Contemporary hand-colored engraving by H.L. Myling, 1794
€225.00
This authentic antique print, measuring 15 cm × 21 cm , created by H.L. Myling as a fine example of Contemporary hand-colored engraving work from the 18th Century (1700s).
Published by T.B. Elwe, it is preserved in Very Good condition and displays remarkable period craftsmanship.
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This Solanum Handcolored Engraving by Myling titled ‘Solanum Indicum Spinosum flore Boraginis’ is a superb botanical print by H.L. Myling after P.T. Van Brussel. Published by T.B. Elwe in 1794 in Nederlandsch Bloemwerk door een Gezelschap geleerden, this rare work ranks among the most elegant examples of late 18th‑century botanical art. It illustrates the richness of Dutch horticulture and the precision of scientific illustration in this period.
The engraving measures 21 x 15 cm and remains in very good condition. Hand coloring from the period gives the plant life and depth, highlighting the spiny stems and delicate blossoms. Clear lines and refined shading show Myling’s high level of craftsmanship and Van Brussel’s naturalistic design.
Collectors prize this Solanum Handcolored Engraving by Myling for its beauty, rarity, and connection to the renowned Nederlandsch Bloemwerk series. It stands as a graceful example of Dutch botanical excellence and 18th‑century printmaking artistry.
H.L. Myling was an 18th-century artist known for detailed hand-colored botanical illustrations. Myling created 53 vibrant engraved plates for a 1794 Dutch book. These plates show flowers like tulips and hyacinths, often with insects. Collectors value Myling’s work for its beauty and accuracy. His art helped record and celebrate Dutch horticulture during that time.
During the 18th century, mapmaking became more scientific and precise. Improved instruments like the telescope and chronometer helped cartographers increase accuracy, shifting maps from decorative art to factual documents. Copperplate engraving stayed as the main printing method, producing fine lines, while hand-coloring added visual impact. French cartographers, such as the Cassini family, led national surveys with geodetic measurements and triangulation, while Dutch mapmakers like Joan Blaeu enhanced printing and atlas quality, ushering in a golden age of atlases.
Maps began including more information and notes to help users, and ornate decorations mostly gave way to scientific clarity, except for cartouches and borders. National and colonial ambitions guided map production to aid navigation and territorial claims. By the late 18th century, large-scale surveys set modern cartography standards. Today, 18th-century maps mix scientific knowledge with artistry, are prized by collectors, and have influenced later cartographic methods. They offer insights into Enlightenment exploration and geography.
| Dimensions | 15 × 21 cm |
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| Frame | No Frame |
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| Technique | Contemporary hand-colored engraving |
| Published by | T.B. Elwe |
| Publish Date | 1794 |
Our antique prints are carefully packaged to ensure safe arrival.
Smaller prints are shipped in acid-free, flat protective packaging, while larger works are securely rolled and sent in a sturdy tube to preserve their condition.
Netherlands: €7.50 —
European Union: €15
Outside the EU: On request (contact us for an exact quote)
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Our highest classification. These prints are clean, bright, and exceptionally well-preserved, featuring a strong and crisp image. No notable imperfections.
Prints in this condition show a clean, sharp image. Paper quality or margin size may vary slightly. Minor age-related characteristics, such as small wormholes, light toning, or tiny separations may be present depending on the print date.
No major imperfections. Any minor flaws or historical repairs are fully noted in the product description. Overall a well-preserved and collectible piece.
These prints show noticeable imperfections such as foxing, weaker image strength, or longer separations, but remain collectible. All visible characteristics are clearly described.
