onbekend - Herbarium album - 1940
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Authentic Vintage Herbarium - 31 Hand-Picked Botanical Specimens - Ca. 1930/1940
A beautifully preserved herbarium in a classic marbled folder, containing 31 sheets with carefully dried and mounted plants.
This unique piece offers a fascinating glimpse into the flora of yesteryear. The plants originate from the Miskom and Kersbeek region (Belgium), lending a charming local character to the collection. Each sheet features a handwritten label with the scientific family, genus, species name, and Dutch name.
Highlights of this collection:
Quantity: 31 original botanical sheets.
Species: Including, among others, Myosotis arvensis (Forget-me-not), Plantago media (Rough Plantain), and Stachys silvatica (Woody Woundwort). Condition: The folder displays a beautiful patina and light signs of use that contribute to its historical appearance. The plants themselves have remained in remarkably good condition.
Presentation: Mounted in an original folder with a linen spine and the characteristic black bow closures.
An ideal object for natural history collectors, botanical art enthusiasts, or as a decorative piece in a classic or eclectic interior.
Specifications:
Period: Estimated mid-20th century (approx. 1930-1950).
Origin: Belgium (Miskom/Kersbeek region).
Total Weight: 770 gr
Height: 44 cm / 17.32inches
Width: 30 cm / 11.81 inches
The Herbarium will be well packaged and shipped by registered mail.
Authentic Vintage Herbarium - 31 Hand-Picked Botanical Specimens - Ca. 1930/1940
A beautifully preserved herbarium in a classic marbled folder, containing 31 sheets with carefully dried and mounted plants.
This unique piece offers a fascinating glimpse into the flora of yesteryear. The plants originate from the Miskom and Kersbeek region (Belgium), lending a charming local character to the collection. Each sheet features a handwritten label with the scientific family, genus, species name, and Dutch name.
Highlights of this collection:
Quantity: 31 original botanical sheets.
Species: Including, among others, Myosotis arvensis (Forget-me-not), Plantago media (Rough Plantain), and Stachys silvatica (Woody Woundwort). Condition: The folder displays a beautiful patina and light signs of use that contribute to its historical appearance. The plants themselves have remained in remarkably good condition.
Presentation: Mounted in an original folder with a linen spine and the characteristic black bow closures.
An ideal object for natural history collectors, botanical art enthusiasts, or as a decorative piece in a classic or eclectic interior.
Specifications:
Period: Estimated mid-20th century (approx. 1930-1950).
Origin: Belgium (Miskom/Kersbeek region).
Total Weight: 770 gr
Height: 44 cm / 17.32inches
Width: 30 cm / 11.81 inches
The Herbarium will be well packaged and shipped by registered mail.
Details
Number of books
1
Subject
Botany, Natural History
Book title
Herbarium album
Author/ Illustrator
onbekend
Condition
Good
Publication year oldest item
1940
Height
44 cm
Edition
1st Edition
Width
30 cm
Language
Dutch
Original language
Yes
Binding/ Material
Hardback
Number of pages
31
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