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A splendid tropical palm: the true sago of the Moluccas.
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Hand-coloured botanical print of the Sagus officinalis, the true sago palm from the Moluccas. The illustration shows the plant in its full crown with fruiting body and detailed leaf segments. A rare and decorative plate, perfect for interiors with a love for tropical or colonial flora.
Illustrated by master botanical artist Pierre Jean François Turpin.
Read our blog post about the artists legacy.
Details:
Original antique print (c. early 19th century)
Copperplate engraving, hand-coloured
Sheet size: approx. 22 × 15 cm
Excellent condition
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