Stapelia Moschata (starfish flower) - Original Hand-Colored Copperplate Engraving in Vintage Frame

We are pleased to offer a selection of vintage art sourced by our founders Don and John during their travels. 

Here, an exceptional hand colored copperplate engraving of a Stapelia Moschata or Starfish Flower, a succulent plant known for its large blossom and unusually foul smell. This beautiful engraving is from the English volume:  The Botanical Cabinet : Consisting of Coloured Delineations of Plants, From All Countries, with a Short Account of Each published in the early 1800's by Conrad Loddiges & Sons with plates by George Cooke. The carved wood frame is vintage.

Original hand-colored copperplate engraving on paper under glass in a vintage carved wood frame.  Frame measures about 10.5"h x 8.75"w. Image measures about 9.5"h x 7.5"w. 

Please note: This is a one-of-a-kind, unique piece and it is FINAL SALE so review all photos and please email with any questions.  This engraving and frame will have small imperfections due to age but we think this adds to the vintage charm.