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C1798
Grass Gum Tree.
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Very rare c.18th engraving of the Grass tree published 1st October 1798. The source of this illustration as noted by the publisher; Of these botanical productions, and other rare objects of natural history, by the friendship of a gentleman in … Read Full Description
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Full Title:
Grass Gum Tree.
Date:
C1798
Artist:
Condition:
In good condition.
Technique:
Copper engraving with original hand colouring.
Paper Size:
90mm
x 147mm
AUTHENTICITY
Genuine antique
dated:
1798
Description:
Very rare c.18th engraving of the Grass tree published 1st October 1798.
The source of this illustration as noted by the publisher;
Of these botanical productions, and other rare objects of natural history, by the friendship of a gentleman in an official department, who was for many years resident, we possess a very valuable collection of original drawings, executed with admirable accuracy and taste.
The first engraved image of a Grasstree was issued in Governor Phillip’s account of the colony in 1789. In the past it was commonly called ‘Black Boy‘.
Common name: Grasstree
Modern binomial name: Xanthorrhoea
First described: Smith 1798
References:
George, A. Capturing Flora / 300 Years of Australian Botanical Art. Ballarat 2013 p.42 ill. p.44.
Collections:
National Library Australia: Bib ID 3202841
