Artist:
HILL, John
Title:
1. Short thickleav’d Aloe 2. Long fruited Trichosanthes 3. Great Snapdragon 4. American Euonymus 5. Strip’d Amaryllis 6. Vitex.
Stock Code:
3758
Method:
Copper engraving
Colouring:
Early colour
Atlas:
A Complete Body of Gardening
Size: (W x H):
23cm x 38cm
9 inches x 15 inches
Date:
1757
Price:
£375
Dr. John Hill, actor, dramatist, botanist doctor and prolific author was one of the more colourful figures of eighteenth century London. His Eden, or a Complete Body of Gardening, was one of the most beautiful illustrated botanical books of its time.
Expertly repaired closed tear on lower margin. Very good condition.