1795 antique botanical art engraving, cornflower, hand painted, framed art, flower

Exquisite 1795 (230 years old) rare original copperplate engraving on handmade paper with hand colouring by brush. Dated and signed in the plate by Sowerby. Entitled "Corn Blue-bottle”, the piece is carefully framed with simple gold coated solid wood with custom mount behind glass. 

32cm x 23cm frame

18cm x 11cm artwork

James Sowerby was a prominent English naturalist, artist, and engraver, best known for his detailed botanical illustrations, particularly in the 36-volume work "English Botany". His engravings are highly valued for their scientific accuracy and artistic quality.