Original Colour Vintage Print from Lorenz Okenfuss' 'Oken's Naturgeschichte' (Allgemeine Naturgeschichte für alle Stände), with illustrations by Johann Susemihl (1767-1847), and published in Stuttgart by Hoffman between 1839 and 1841. Lorenz Oken (1 August 1779 - 11 August 1851) was a German naturalist, botanist, biologist, and ornithologist. Oken was born Lorenz Okenfuss (German: Okenfuß) in Bohlsbach (now part of Offenburg), Ortenau, Baden, and studied natural history and medicine at the universities of Freiburg and Würzburg. He went on to the University of Göttingen, where he became a Privatdozent (unsalaried lecturer), and shortened his name to Oken. As Lorenz Oken, he published a small work entitled Grundriss der Naturphilosophie, der Theorie der Sinne, mit der darauf gegründeten Classification der Thiere (1802). This was the first of a series of works which established him as a leader of the movement of "Naturphilosophie" in Germany.
Original Colour Vintage Print from Lorenz Okenfuss' 'Oken's Naturgeschichte' (Allgemeine Naturgeschichte für alle Stände), with illustrations by Johann Susemihl (1767-1847), and published in Stuttgart by Hoffman between 1839 and 1841. Lorenz Oken (1 August 1779 - 11 August 1851) was a German naturalist, botanist, biologist, and ornithologist. Oken was born Lorenz Okenfuss (German: Okenfuß) in Bohlsbach (now part of Offenburg), Ortenau, Baden, and studied natural history and medicine at the universities of Freiburg and Würzburg. He went on to the University of Göttingen, where he became a Privatdozent (unsalaried lecturer), and shortened his name to Oken. As Lorenz Oken, he published a small work entitled Grundriss der Naturphilosophie, der Theorie der Sinne, mit der darauf gegründeten Classification der Thiere (1802). This was the first of a series of works which established him as a leader of the movement of "Naturphilosophie" in Germany.
This beautiful botanical artwork was discovered within the most comprehensive world wide guide to ferns by renowned botanist; Edward Joseph Lowe (1825-1900). Born in Nottinghamshire, published on grasses and ferns and was also an authority on atmospheric phenomena. The first edition was published 1856-60 and serves as a monument to the Victorian passion for ferns illustrated by over 500 colour plates.
You're looking at an Original pre-1820's Antique Engraving from a rare copy of Abraham Rees' "The Cyclopaedia; or, UNIVERSAL DICTIONARY OF ARTS, SCIENCES, and LITERATURE" (Published 1820 by Longman, Hurst, Rees, Orme)
This beautiful botanical artwork was discovered within the most comprehensive world wide guide to ferns by renowned botanist; Edward Joseph Lowe (1825-1900). Born in Nottinghamshire, published on grasses and ferns and was also an authority on atmospheric phenomena. The first edition was published 1856-60 and serves as a monument to the Victorian passion for ferns illustrated by over 500 colour plates.
This beautiful botanical artwork was discovered within the most comprehensive world wide guide to ferns by renowned botanist; Edward Joseph Lowe (1825-1900). Born in Nottinghamshire, published on grasses and ferns and was also an authority on atmospheric phenomena. The first edition was published 1856-60 and serves as a monument to the Victorian passion for ferns illustrated by over 500 colour plates.
This beautiful botanical artwork was discovered within the most comprehensive world wide guide to ferns by renowned botanist; Edward Joseph Lowe (1825-1900). Born in Nottinghamshire, published on grasses and ferns and was also an authority on atmospheric phenomena. The first edition was published 1856-60 and serves as a monument to the Victorian passion for ferns illustrated by over 500 colour plates.
This beautiful botanical artwork was discovered within the most comprehensive world wide guide to ferns by renowned botanist; Edward Joseph Lowe (1825-1900). Born in Nottinghamshire, published on grasses and ferns and was also an authority on atmospheric phenomena. The first edition was published 1856-60 and serves as a monument to the Victorian passion for ferns illustrated by over 500 colour plates.
An original Antique Plate scan from the National Encyclopaedia: A Dictionary of Universal Knowledge. Published by William Mackenzie in 1880. Click on the Artist's name to see the full collection from this series!
This beautiful botanical artwork was discovered within the most comprehensive world wide guide to ferns by renowned botanist; Edward Joseph Lowe (1825-1900). Born in Nottinghamshire, published on grasses and ferns and was also an authority on atmospheric phenomena. The first edition was published 1856-60 and serves as a monument to the Victorian passion for ferns illustrated by over 500 colour plates.
This beautiful botanical artwork was discovered within the most comprehensive world wide guide to ferns by renowned botanist; Edward Joseph Lowe (1825-1900). Born in Nottinghamshire, published on grasses and ferns and was also an authority on atmospheric phenomena. The first edition was published 1856-60 and serves as a monument to the Victorian passion for ferns illustrated by over 500 colour plates.
This beautiful botanical artwork was discovered within the most comprehensive world wide guide to ferns by renowned botanist; Edward Joseph Lowe (1825-1900). Born in Nottinghamshire, published on grasses and ferns and was also an authority on atmospheric phenomena. The first edition was published 1856-60 and serves as a monument to the Victorian passion for ferns illustrated by over 500 colour plates.
This image was sourced from our original 'Dekorative Vorbilder' collection; A gorgeous collection of Art Nouveau decorative patterns, graphics and illustrations including plants, figures and animals. For draftsman, painters, graphic artists, decorators, sculptors and architects. Published in 1904 by Julius Hoffman, Stuttgart.
This beautiful botanical artwork was discovered within the most comprehensive world wide guide to ferns by renowned botanist; Edward Joseph Lowe (1825-1900). Born in Nottinghamshire, published on grasses and ferns and was also an authority on atmospheric phenomena. The first edition was published 1856-60 and serves as a monument to the Victorian passion for ferns illustrated by over 500 colour plates.
You're looking at a scarce, 229 year old, steel plate engraving from the original "The New Encyclopaedia Or Modern Universal Dictionary Of Arts And Sciences On A New And Improved Plan" by Hall, William Henry, Bedford Row, London, published by C Cooke, London.
This beautiful botanical artwork was discovered within the most comprehensive world wide guide to ferns by renowned botanist; Edward Joseph Lowe (1825-1900). Born in Nottinghamshire, published on grasses and ferns and was also an authority on atmospheric phenomena. The first edition was published 1856-60 and serves as a monument to the Victorian passion for ferns illustrated by over 500 colour plates.
This beautiful botanical artwork was discovered within the most comprehensive world wide guide to ferns by renowned botanist; Edward Joseph Lowe (1825-1900). Born in Nottinghamshire, published on grasses and ferns and was also an authority on atmospheric phenomena. The first edition was published 1856-60 and serves as a monument to the Victorian passion for ferns illustrated by over 500 colour plates.
This beautiful botanical artwork was discovered within the most comprehensive world wide guide to ferns by renowned botanist; Edward Joseph Lowe (1825-1900). Born in Nottinghamshire, published on grasses and ferns and was also an authority on atmospheric phenomena. The first edition was published 1856-60 and serves as a monument to the Victorian passion for ferns illustrated by over 500 colour plates.
An original Antique Plate scan from the National Encyclopaedia: A Dictionary of Universal Knowledge. Published by William Mackenzie in 1880. Click on the Artist's name to see the full collection from this series!
This beautiful botanical artwork was discovered within the most comprehensive world wide guide to ferns by renowned botanist; Edward Joseph Lowe (1825-1900). Born in Nottinghamshire, published on grasses and ferns and was also an authority on atmospheric phenomena. The first edition was published 1856-60 and serves as a monument to the Victorian passion for ferns illustrated by over 500 colour plates.
An original Antique Plate scan from the National Encyclopaedia: A Dictionary of Universal Knowledge. Published by William Mackenzie in 1880. Click on the Artist's name to see the full collection from this series!
This beautiful botanical artwork was discovered within the most comprehensive world wide guide to ferns by renowned botanist; Edward Joseph Lowe (1825-1900). Born in Nottinghamshire, published on grasses and ferns and was also an authority on atmospheric phenomena. The first edition was published 1856-60 and serves as a monument to the Victorian passion for ferns illustrated by over 500 colour plates.
Original Colour Vintage Print from Lorenz Okenfuss' 'Oken's Naturgeschichte' (Allgemeine Naturgeschichte für alle Stände), with illustrations by Johann Susemihl (1767-1847), and published in Stuttgart by Hoffman between 1839 and 1841. Lorenz Oken (1 August 1779 - 11 August 1851) was a German naturalist, botanist, biologist, and ornithologist. Oken was born Lorenz Okenfuss (German: Okenfuß) in Bohlsbach (now part of Offenburg), Ortenau, Baden, and studied natural history and medicine at the universities of Freiburg and Würzburg. He went on to the University of Göttingen, where he became a Privatdozent (unsalaried lecturer), and shortened his name to Oken. As Lorenz Oken, he published a small work entitled Grundriss der Naturphilosophie, der Theorie der Sinne, mit der darauf gegründeten Classification der Thiere (1802). This was the first of a series of works which established him as a leader of the movement of "Naturphilosophie" in Germany.
An original Antique Plate scan from the National Encyclopaedia: A Dictionary of Universal Knowledge. Published by William Mackenzie in 1880. Click on the Artist's name to see the full collection from this series!
An original Antique Plate scan from the National Encyclopaedia: A Dictionary of Universal Knowledge. Published by William Mackenzie in 1880. Click on the Artist's name to see the full collection from this series!
This beautiful botanical artwork was discovered within the most comprehensive world wide guide to ferns by renowned botanist; Edward Joseph Lowe (1825-1900). Born in Nottinghamshire, published on grasses and ferns and was also an authority on atmospheric phenomena. The first edition was published 1856-60 and serves as a monument to the Victorian passion for ferns illustrated by over 500 colour plates.
This beautiful botanical artwork was discovered within the most comprehensive world wide guide to ferns by renowned botanist; Edward Joseph Lowe (1825-1900). Born in Nottinghamshire, published on grasses and ferns and was also an authority on atmospheric phenomena. The first edition was published 1856-60 and serves as a monument to the Victorian passion for ferns illustrated by over 500 colour plates.
This beautiful botanical artwork was discovered within the most comprehensive world wide guide to ferns by renowned botanist; Edward Joseph Lowe (1825-1900). Born in Nottinghamshire, published on grasses and ferns and was also an authority on atmospheric phenomena. The first edition was published 1856-60 and serves as a monument to the Victorian passion for ferns illustrated by over 500 colour plates.
Original Colour Vintage Print from Lorenz Okenfuss' 'Oken's Naturgeschichte' (Allgemeine Naturgeschichte für alle Stände), with illustrations by Johann Susemihl (1767-1847), and published in Stuttgart by Hoffman between 1839 and 1841. Lorenz Oken (1 August 1779 - 11 August 1851) was a German naturalist, botanist, biologist, and ornithologist. Oken was born Lorenz Okenfuss (German: Okenfuß) in Bohlsbach (now part of Offenburg), Ortenau, Baden, and studied natural history and medicine at the universities of Freiburg and Würzburg. He went on to the University of Göttingen, where he became a Privatdozent (unsalaried lecturer), and shortened his name to Oken. As Lorenz Oken, he published a small work entitled Grundriss der Naturphilosophie, der Theorie der Sinne, mit der darauf gegründeten Classification der Thiere (1802). This was the first of a series of works which established him as a leader of the movement of "Naturphilosophie" in Germany.
Original Colour Vintage Print from Lorenz Okenfuss' 'Oken's Naturgeschichte' (Allgemeine Naturgeschichte für alle Stände), with illustrations by Johann Susemihl (1767-1847), and published in Stuttgart by Hoffman between 1839 and 1841. Lorenz Oken (1 August 1779 - 11 August 1851) was a German naturalist, botanist, biologist, and ornithologist. Oken was born Lorenz Okenfuss (German: Okenfuß) in Bohlsbach (now part of Offenburg), Ortenau, Baden, and studied natural history and medicine at the universities of Freiburg and Würzburg. He went on to the University of Göttingen, where he became a Privatdozent (unsalaried lecturer), and shortened his name to Oken. As Lorenz Oken, he published a small work entitled Grundriss der Naturphilosophie, der Theorie der Sinne, mit der darauf gegründeten Classification der Thiere (1802). This was the first of a series of works which established him as a leader of the movement of "Naturphilosophie" in Germany.
This beautiful botanical artwork was discovered within the most comprehensive world wide guide to ferns by renowned botanist; Edward Joseph Lowe (1825-1900). Born in Nottinghamshire, published on grasses and ferns and was also an authority on atmospheric phenomena. The first edition was published 1856-60 and serves as a monument to the Victorian passion for ferns illustrated by over 500 colour plates.
Original Colour Vintage Print from Lorenz Okenfuss' 'Oken's Naturgeschichte' (Allgemeine Naturgeschichte für alle Stände), with illustrations by Johann Susemihl (1767-1847), and published in Stuttgart by Hoffman between 1839 and 1841. Lorenz Oken (1 August 1779 - 11 August 1851) was a German naturalist, botanist, biologist, and ornithologist. Oken was born Lorenz Okenfuss (German: Okenfuß) in Bohlsbach (now part of Offenburg), Ortenau, Baden, and studied natural history and medicine at the universities of Freiburg and Würzburg. He went on to the University of Göttingen, where he became a Privatdozent (unsalaried lecturer), and shortened his name to Oken. As Lorenz Oken, he published a small work entitled Grundriss der Naturphilosophie, der Theorie der Sinne, mit der darauf gegründeten Classification der Thiere (1802). This was the first of a series of works which established him as a leader of the movement of "Naturphilosophie" in Germany.
You're looking at a scarce, 229 year old, steel plate engraving from the original "The New Encyclopaedia Or Modern Universal Dictionary Of Arts And Sciences On A New And Improved Plan" by Hall, William Henry, Bedford Row, London, published by C Cooke, London.
Original Colour Vintage Print from Lorenz Okenfuss' 'Oken's Naturgeschichte' (Allgemeine Naturgeschichte für alle Stände), with illustrations by Johann Susemihl (1767-1847), and published in Stuttgart by Hoffman between 1839 and 1841. Lorenz Oken (1 August 1779 - 11 August 1851) was a German naturalist, botanist, biologist, and ornithologist. Oken was born Lorenz Okenfuss (German: Okenfuß) in Bohlsbach (now part of Offenburg), Ortenau, Baden, and studied natural history and medicine at the universities of Freiburg and Würzburg. He went on to the University of Göttingen, where he became a Privatdozent (unsalaried lecturer), and shortened his name to Oken. As Lorenz Oken, he published a small work entitled Grundriss der Naturphilosophie, der Theorie der Sinne, mit der darauf gegründeten Classification der Thiere (1802). This was the first of a series of works which established him as a leader of the movement of "Naturphilosophie" in Germany.
An original Antique Plate scan from the National Encyclopaedia: A Dictionary of Universal Knowledge. Published by William Mackenzie in 1880. Click on the Artist's name to see the full collection from this series!
An original Antique Plate scan from the National Encyclopaedia: A Dictionary of Universal Knowledge. Published by William Mackenzie in 1880. Click on the Artist's name to see the full collection from this series!
This beautiful botanical artwork was discovered within the most comprehensive world wide guide to ferns by renowned botanist; Edward Joseph Lowe (1825-1900). Born in Nottinghamshire, published on grasses and ferns and was also an authority on atmospheric phenomena. The first edition was published 1856-60 and serves as a monument to the Victorian passion for ferns illustrated by over 500 colour plates.
Original Colour Vintage Print from Lorenz Okenfuss' 'Oken's Naturgeschichte' (Allgemeine Naturgeschichte für alle Stände), with illustrations by Johann Susemihl (1767-1847), and published in Stuttgart by Hoffman between 1839 and 1841. Lorenz Oken (1 August 1779 - 11 August 1851) was a German naturalist, botanist, biologist, and ornithologist. Oken was born Lorenz Okenfuss (German: Okenfuß) in Bohlsbach (now part of Offenburg), Ortenau, Baden, and studied natural history and medicine at the universities of Freiburg and Würzburg. He went on to the University of Göttingen, where he became a Privatdozent (unsalaried lecturer), and shortened his name to Oken. As Lorenz Oken, he published a small work entitled Grundriss der Naturphilosophie, der Theorie der Sinne, mit der darauf gegründeten Classification der Thiere (1802). This was the first of a series of works which established him as a leader of the movement of "Naturphilosophie" in Germany.
Original Colour Vintage Print from Lorenz Okenfuss' 'Oken's Naturgeschichte' (Allgemeine Naturgeschichte für alle Stände), with illustrations by Johann Susemihl (1767-1847), and published in Stuttgart by Hoffman between 1839 and 1841. Lorenz Oken (1 August 1779 - 11 August 1851) was a German naturalist, botanist, biologist, and ornithologist. Oken was born Lorenz Okenfuss (German: Okenfuß) in Bohlsbach (now part of Offenburg), Ortenau, Baden, and studied natural history and medicine at the universities of Freiburg and Würzburg. He went on to the University of Göttingen, where he became a Privatdozent (unsalaried lecturer), and shortened his name to Oken. As Lorenz Oken, he published a small work entitled Grundriss der Naturphilosophie, der Theorie der Sinne, mit der darauf gegründeten Classification der Thiere (1802). This was the first of a series of works which established him as a leader of the movement of "Naturphilosophie" in Germany.
This beautiful botanical artwork was discovered within the most comprehensive world wide guide to ferns by renowned botanist; Edward Joseph Lowe (1825-1900). Born in Nottinghamshire, published on grasses and ferns and was also an authority on atmospheric phenomena. The first edition was published 1856-60 and serves as a monument to the Victorian passion for ferns illustrated by over 500 colour plates.
This beautiful botanical artwork was discovered within the most comprehensive world wide guide to ferns by renowned botanist; Edward Joseph Lowe (1825-1900). Born in Nottinghamshire, published on grasses and ferns and was also an authority on atmospheric phenomena. The first edition was published 1856-60 and serves as a monument to the Victorian passion for ferns illustrated by over 500 colour plates.
This beautiful botanical artwork was discovered within the most comprehensive world wide guide to ferns by renowned botanist; Edward Joseph Lowe (1825-1900). Born in Nottinghamshire, published on grasses and ferns and was also an authority on atmospheric phenomena. The first edition was published 1856-60 and serves as a monument to the Victorian passion for ferns illustrated by over 500 colour plates.
Original Colour Vintage Print from Lorenz Okenfuss' 'Oken's Naturgeschichte' (Allgemeine Naturgeschichte für alle Stände), with illustrations by Johann Susemihl (1767-1847), and published in Stuttgart by Hoffman between 1839 and 1841. Lorenz Oken (1 August 1779 - 11 August 1851) was a German naturalist, botanist, biologist, and ornithologist. Oken was born Lorenz Okenfuss (German: Okenfuß) in Bohlsbach (now part of Offenburg), Ortenau, Baden, and studied natural history and medicine at the universities of Freiburg and Würzburg. He went on to the University of Göttingen, where he became a Privatdozent (unsalaried lecturer), and shortened his name to Oken. As Lorenz Oken, he published a small work entitled Grundriss der Naturphilosophie, der Theorie der Sinne, mit der darauf gegründeten Classification der Thiere (1802). This was the first of a series of works which established him as a leader of the movement of "Naturphilosophie" in Germany.
This beautiful botanical artwork was discovered within the most comprehensive world wide guide to ferns by renowned botanist; Edward Joseph Lowe (1825-1900). Born in Nottinghamshire, published on grasses and ferns and was also an authority on atmospheric phenomena. The first edition was published 1856-60 and serves as a monument to the Victorian passion for ferns illustrated by over 500 colour plates.
You're looking at a scarce, 229 year old, steel plate engraving from the original "The New Encyclopaedia Or Modern Universal Dictionary Of Arts And Sciences On A New And Improved Plan" by Hall, William Henry, Bedford Row, London, published by C Cooke, London.
This beautiful botanical artwork was discovered within the most comprehensive world wide guide to ferns by renowned botanist; Edward Joseph Lowe (1825-1900). Born in Nottinghamshire, published on grasses and ferns and was also an authority on atmospheric phenomena. The first edition was published 1856-60 and serves as a monument to the Victorian passion for ferns illustrated by over 500 colour plates.
This beautiful botanical artwork was discovered within the most comprehensive world wide guide to ferns by renowned botanist; Edward Joseph Lowe (1825-1900). Born in Nottinghamshire, published on grasses and ferns and was also an authority on atmospheric phenomena. The first edition was published 1856-60 and serves as a monument to the Victorian passion for ferns illustrated by over 500 colour plates.
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