Scented Collection (#4)

Magnolia yulan Magnolia denudata, 1812 (w / c on paper)
1274545 Magnolia yulan Magnolia denudata, 1812 (w/c on paper) by RedoutA©, Pierre-Joseph (1759-1840); 45.6x34.2 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge, UK; (add.info.: Native to China)

Three Pseudo-Narcissi, from Hortus Eystettensis
STC255016 Three Pseudo-Narcissi, from Hortus Eystettensis, by Basil Besler (1561-1629) pub. 1613 (hand coloured engraving) by German School

A Servant Perfuming her Mistress Hair, copy of a detail from a Greek vase
CHT188886 A Servant Perfuming her Mistress Hair, copy of a detail from a Greek vase (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Yellow Lily, c. 1700 (watercolour drawing, framed in black)
986023 Yellow Lily, c.1700 (watercolour drawing, framed in black) by French School, (18th century); 24.5x18 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Yellow Lily; Lys jaune)

An Allegory of Smell, 1635 (oil on panel)
827677 An Allegory of Smell, 1635 (oil on panel) by Brueghel, Jan II (1601-78) & Balen, Jan van (1611-54); 58.7x89.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: An Allegory of Smell)

Delphiniums; Pieds d alouette, 1899 (oil on canvas)
1768884 Delphiniums; Pieds d alouette, 1899 (oil on canvas) by Fantin-Latour, Ignace Henri Jean (1836-1904); 33.7x41.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Delphiniums; Pieds d alouette)

The Primrose and the Quill; le Printemps et la Plume, 1899 (colour lithograph
1195206 The Primrose and the Quill; le Printemps et la Plume, 1899 (colour lithograph, wooden frame) by Mucha, Alphonse Marie (1860-1939)

Vase of Roses, (oil on canvas)
988957 Vase of Roses, (oil on canvas) by Renoir, Pierre Auguste (1841-1919); 39.4x31.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Vase of Roses. Pierre-Auguste Renoir (1841-1919). Oil on canvas

Roses in a Blue Vase, c. 1900 (oil on canvas)
987559 Roses in a Blue Vase, c.1900 (oil on canvas) by Renoir, Pierre Auguste (1841-1919); 45x37.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Roses in a Blue Vase; Roses dans un Vase Bleu)

L Essence de Lavande Soap Label, 1906 (colour litho)
3035632 L Essence de Lavande Soap Label, 1906 (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); (add.info.: Vintage French L Essence de Lavande soap label with lavender flowers; lithograph)

Balm, plate 27 from A Curious Herbal, published 1782 (colour engraving)
STC176413 Balm, plate 27 from A Curious Herbal, published 1782 (colour engraving) by Blackwell, Elizabeth (1707-1758); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; Scottish, out of copyright

Short-spurred fragrant orchid, Gymnadenia odoratissima
Short-spurred fragrant orchid or scented gymnadenia, Gymnadenia odoratissima. Handcoloured lithograph from Diederich von Schlechtendals German Flora (Flora von Deutschland), Jena, 1871

Scented Solomons seal, Polygonatum odoratum (Convallaria polygonatum). Handcoloured lithograph from Diederich von Schlechtendals German Flora (Flora von Deutschland), Jena, 1871

Sweet scented lycaste orchid, Lycaste aromatica. Chromolithograph by Hatch Company after a botanical illustration by Harriet Stewart Miner from Orchids, the Royal Family of Plants, Lee Shepard

Three white Narcissi, from Hortus Eystettensis, by Basil Besler (1561-1629) pub
STC255015 Three white Narcissi, from Hortus Eystettensis, by Basil Besler (1561-1629) pub. 1613 (hand coloured engraving) by German School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: 1)

Vanilla-scented Heliotrope of the Lomas in the Ashy Region of the Quebrada (engraving)
968228 Vanilla-scented Heliotrope of the Lomas in the Ashy Region of the Quebrada (engraving) by Riou, Edouard (1833-1900) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

German Iris; Iris Germanica, c. 1815-1851 (w / c)
1195451 German Iris; Iris Germanica, c. 1815-1851 (w/c) by Pelletier, Capitaine (1788-c.1870); 25.5x45 (folio) cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Pelletier)

E Pitts, stationer, toy and fancy dealer, trade card (coloured engraving)
731584 E Pitts, stationer, toy and fancy dealer, trade card (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: E Pitts, stationer, toy and fancy dealer)

Five Tulips, from Hortus Eystettensis, by Basil Besler (1561-1629) pub
STC255013 Five Tulips, from Hortus Eystettensis, by Basil Besler (1561-1629) pub. 1613 (hand coloured engraving) by German School

Pot Pourri, 1897 (oil on canvas)
Ma181779 Pot Pourri, 1897 (oil on canvas) by Draper, Herbert James (1864-1920); 50.8x68.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo eThe Ms Gallery, London; English, out of copyright

Vase of White Roses on a Table; Vase de Roses Blanches et Roses sur la Table
1197015 Vase of White Roses on a Table; Vase de Roses Blanches et Roses sur la Table, (oil on canvas) by Fantin-Latour, Ignace Henri Jean (1836-1904)

The Boudoir Rose, 1879 (oil on canvas)
989814 The Boudoir Rose, 1879 (oil on canvas) by Schafer, Henry Thomas (1854-1915); 40.6x76.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Boudoir Rose. Henry Thomas Schafer (1854-1915). Oil on canvas

Red and white striped Lily, 1799-1810 (hand-coloured engraving)
986191 Red and white striped Lily, 1799-1810 (hand-coloured engraving) by English School, (18th-19th century); 23x14.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Red and white striped Lily)

Les Digitales, 1899 (oil on canvas)
653143 Les Digitales, 1899 (oil on canvas) by Ranson, Paul (1863-1909); 151x69.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Les Digitales. Paul Ranson (1864-1909). Oil on canvas. Signed and dated 1899

Nicotiana from Phytographie Medicale by Joseph Roques (1772-1850)
STC151321 Nicotiana from Phytographie Medicale by Joseph Roques (1772-1850), published in 1821 (engraving) by Hoquart, L.F.J

The Senses, the five Servants of the Developing Child (litho)
5995607 The Senses, the five Servants of the Developing Child (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Senses, the five Servants of the Developing Child)

Lily, c. 1790 (w / c & pencil on paper)
985721 Lily, c.1790 (w/c & pencil on paper) by Tuthill, Martha (19th century); 30.5x25 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Lily. A set of twenty-two studies of various flowers, England circa 1790)

Woman and Roses, 1879 (oil on canvas)
CLK339868 Woman and Roses, 1879 (oil on canvas) by Toulmouche, Auguste (1829-90); 62.8x44.7 cm; Sterling and Francine Clark Art Institute, Williamstown, Massachusetts, USA; French, out of copyright

Two blue Hyacinths, from Hortus Eystettensis, by Basil Besler (1561-1629) pub
STC255017 Two blue Hyacinths, from Hortus Eystettensis, by Basil Besler (1561-1629) pub. 1613 (hand coloured engraving) by German School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: 1)

Portrait of a Lady Holding a Lotus, c. 1740-1750 (w / c on pink coloured paper)
1196695 Portrait of a Lady Holding a Lotus, c. 1740-1750 (w/c on pink coloured paper) by Indian School, (18th century); 35x26.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Indian

Visiting the Studio, (oil on canvas)
823595 Visiting the Studio, (oil on canvas) by Mortelmans, Frans (1865-1936); 111.5x171.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Visiting the Studio. Frans Mortelmans (1865-1936). Oil on canvas

An Allegory of the Senses, (oil on canvas)
827778 An Allegory of the Senses, (oil on canvas) by Caroselli, Angelo (1585-1652); 75x99.4 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: An Allegory of the Senses. Attributed to Angelo Caroselli (1585-1652)

Javanese Jungle, ca. 1860. Creator: Raden Saleh
Javanese Jungle, ca. 1860

The Perfume of Roses, 1902. Creator: Charles C. Curran
The Perfume of Roses, 1902

Rocky Mountain Rhododendron (Rhododendron albiflorum), 1901. Creator: Mary Vaux Walcott
Rocky Mountain Rhododendron (Rhododendron albiflorum), 1901

Narcissus or Jonquil Plants, Victorian Botanical Illustration
Very Rare, Beautifully Illustrated Antique Engraved Victorian Botanical Illustration of Narcissus or Jonquil Plants, Victorian Botanical Illustration Plate 58

Lady and Gentleman on Horseback, c. 1655, reworked 1660 / 1665. Creator: Aelbert Cuyp
Lady and Gentleman on Horseback, c. 1655, reworked 1660/1665

Hunting Scene: In Full Cry, ca. 1840. Creator: Henry Thomas Alken
Hunting Scene: In Full Cry; The Belvoir Hunt: Full Cry, ca. 1840

Foxhound; Foxhound on the Scent, ca. 1760. Creator: George Stubbs
Foxhound; Foxhound on the Scent, ca. 1760

Foxhound; A Foxhound, ca. 1760. Creator: George Stubbs
Foxhound; A Foxhound, ca. 1760

FL - Water Lily and Honey Bee 4
USA, Georgia, Savannah, water lily, honey bee

water lily, nymphaea alba
USA, Georgia, Savannah, Bee on yellow centre of Water lily, Nymphaea alba, encircled by white petals

Perfume-burner supported by amorini and serpents and garlanded with flowers, 18th century

Airplanes and tower
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Allegheny spurge (Pachysandra procumbens) leaves emerging amongst flowers in garden. Flowers emit spicy fragrance. Surrey, England, UK. Native to Asia

Lady sniffing some blooms
Lady sniffing some scented red blooms... Date: circa 1930s

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Step into a world of scented wonders, where herbs and spices dance in the air. Victorian botanical illustrations come to life, showcasing nature's secrets. First, meet the Scaredy Cat Plant - Coleus canina Hybr. , a guardian against pesky cats and dogs. Its scent drives them away, leaving your garden serene. Next, behold the Campanula or Bellflower Plant with its delicate blooms captured beautifully in a Victorian illustration. A sight that will surely enchant any passerby. The Aster or Star Plant takes center stage with its vibrant petals displayed elegantly on paper. A true star of the garden, captivating all who lay eyes upon it. But beware. Amongst these beauties lie poisonous and toxic plants depicted in intricate Victorian illustrations. Their allure may be tempting but caution is advised. Bluebells and Ivy creep along the pages of history through stunning botanical drawings. These familiar faces bring nostalgia and charm to any space they grace. Discover the power of medicinal and herbal plants as you explore more Victorian botanical illustrations. Each one holds ancient wisdom waiting to be unlocked for healing purposes. Travel north to Scotland where Heath, Heather, Ling bloom proudly amidst breathtaking landscapes illustrated by skilled hands from another era. Delight your senses with Elephant Garlic (Allium ampeloprasum), an exotic variety that adds a unique twist to culinary creations while filling the air with its pungent aroma. In contrast, Rose Margaret Merril steals hearts with her pure white blossoms showcased in intricate detail within a Victorian illustration. The epitome of elegance and grace. Lastly, marvel at Chelone or Turtlehead Plant as it graces us with its presence through vintage botanical artistry. Its whimsical name matches perfectly with its charming appearance. These exotic flowers from gardens past transport us back in time through their exquisite depictions on aged paper. Let their scents fill your imagination as you embark on this fragrant journey.