1893 - 1908 Set of 6 Botanical Sketches Originals Signed by Artist Matted Framed

Six Antique Framed Botanicals Sketched and Painted Originals Signed by Artist Matted and Framed, in original frames. Dates on these artist originals: 1893, 1899, 1900, 1902, 1903, 1908 You can see the progression of this artist as she ages, in both her art and in her handwriting. It's truly beautiful. Each piece is signed in some variation of "Sketched and Painted by Maria D. R. Carpenter South Coos River, Oregon" with the date. Glass break in one, but it is possible glass could crack during shipping, so I am sending as-is. It is the original art that is of true value. Size: 3 Large frames are 13 3/4 inches by 10 3/4 inches 3 Small frames are 12 3/8 inches by 10 1/8 inches Humans have been creating depictions of plants for thousands of years; for decoration, medicinal purposes, and scientific study. Egyptians portrayed plants on the walls of their temples. Aristotle studied plants and their medicinal value and whilst no manuscripts survive, ancient historians such as Pliny the Elder (23-79AD) noted the existence of botanical illustration. Nowadays botanical prints adorn not only the pages of scientific journals, but the homes and walls of those who love plants. A resurgence of interest has seen a rise in those who create them, as well as in exhibitions, compilations and books about the practice. Botanical illustration invites all to take notice of the beautiful detail of the world around us.