Kamchatka Rose Rosier du Kamchatka Original hand-colored botanical engraving by Pancrace Bessa.
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Original engravings from the 17th–19th century.
Kamchatka Rose (*Rosa rubrifolia & Rosa kamtschatica*) / Rosier du Kamchatka Original engraving by Pancrace Bessa (c.18011819)
Description:
Elegant original engraving from the celebrated *Arbres et Arbustes* series, showcasing kamchatka rose with exceptional botanical precision and artistic finesse. Each detailfrom petal texture to leaf veiningis rendered with care and scientific observation, ideal for refined interiors or collectors of historical naturalist works.
Details:
Artist: Pancrace Bessa
Subject: Kamchatka Rose
Scientific name: Rosa rubrifolia & Rosa kamtschatica
French name: Rosier du Kamchatka
Technique: Original engraving, hand-colored
Year: c.1801-1819
Dimensions: 40 × 25 cm
Condition: Excellent
Provenance: *Arbres et Arbustes*
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