Lemon Orange Fruits, Citronnier, Antique botanical print by Bessa (c.1801-1819)

Illustration of the sweet-scented flowering bramble, Rubus odoratus, in full bloom.

A refined study of five historic pear cultivars, combining varietal precision with sculptural balance and luminous hand-colouring.

Original pochoir print of the peach tree, Prunus persica, with detailed flowering and fruit. 

A finely executed early 19th-century botanical engraving illustrating a cultivated apple variety (Malus communis), drawn by Pancrace Bessa for Arbres et Arbustes. The composition combines precise botanical observation with refined decorative balance, presenting fruit and foliage with clarity and quiet elegance. Exceptional hand-colouring and careful modelling reflect the sophistication of French pomological illustration at its height.

Antique print of the kermes oak by Pancrace Bessa.

A botanical illustration of red Muscat grapes by Pancrace Bessa.

A finely executed early 19th-century botanical engraving illustrating a cultivated apple variety (Malus communis), drawn by Pancrace Bessa for Arbres et Arbustes. The composition combines precise botanical observation with refined decorative balance, presenting fruit and foliage with clarity and quiet elegance. Exceptional hand-colouring and careful modelling reflect the sophistication of French pomological illustration at its height.

A historic grape varietal rendered in lush green tones. 

Nine original citrus engravings by Pancrace Bessa, uniting rare cedrats, sculptural lemons, and monumental Pomme d’Adam varieties into a coherent Napoleonic-era ensemble. Botanical study and refined color harmonize in a portfolio conceived to be read as a whole.

Twin species of larch firs in a beautifully orchestrated print. 

A refined early 19th-century botanical engraving depicting cultivated pear varieties (Pyrus communis), drawn by Pancrace Bessa and engraved for Arbres et Arbustes. Executed with restraint and clarity, the plate exemplifies the elegance of French pomological illustration, uniting scientific precision with a calm, decorative sensibility. The harmonious composition and subtle hand-colouring make it a timeless and highly collectible work.

A refined early 19th-century botanical engraving depicting cultivated pear varieties (Pyrus communis), drawn by Pancrace Bessa and engraved for Arbres et Arbustes. Executed with restraint and clarity, the plate exemplifies the elegance of French pomological illustration, uniting scientific precision with a calm, decorative sensibility. The harmonious composition and subtle hand-colouring make it a timeless and highly collectible work. 

Citrus tree Bigaradia Citronnier Bigarrade. 

Tree Peony Pivoine moutan Original hand-colored botanical engraving by Pancrace Bessa. 

19th-century depiction of silver fir cones and foliage.

Dog Rose & Hedge Rose Rosier des chiens & Rosier des haies Original hand-colored botanical engraving by Pancrace Bessa.