Cynanchum Marsdenum – Antique Botanical Illustration

This antique botanical illustration presents Cynanchum marsdenum as an elegant climbing vine with distinctive heart-shaped leaves and clusters of tiny burgundy flowers. The slender central stem rises vertically through alternating foliage, while a branching lower section introduces graceful movement to the carefully balanced botanical composition.

Deep green and muted yellow-green leaves are defined by intricate dark venation, contrasting beautifully with the small star-shaped flowers in rich red and burgundy tones. Generous negative space and the softly aged cream paper give the plate a refined archival quality, while the handwritten botanical name and original plate number preserve its historical character.

Artwork Details

• Artist/Creator: Not identified on the supplied plate
• Title: Cynanchum Marsdenum
• Original title: Cynanchum marsdenum
• Series: Historical botanical illustration series
• Date: Not established from the supplied image
• Period: Historical botanical illustration
• Place of Origin: Not established from the supplied image
• Medium: Hand-colored botanical illustration on paper

Framed Print Details

• Fine art printing: Professional 12-color fine art printing technology produces vivid, accurate colors with strong tonal depth and significantly greater nuance than standard 4-color inkjet printing.
• Paper: Smooth premium matte paper with a clean, glare-free finish.
• Paper weight: 200 gsm (80 lb).
• Paper thickness: 0.26 mm (10.3 mils).
• Frame material: Durable pine wood.
• Frame dimensions: Approximately 20 mm (0.79 in) deep and 10–14 mm (0.4–0.6 in) wide.
• Protection: Shatterproof plexiglass protects the print while keeping the framed artwork lightweight.
• Ready to hang: A hanging kit is included, allowing the framed print to be mounted directly on the wall.
• Available sizes: Offered in a range of sizes to suit different spaces.
• Materials: Printed using FSC-certified paper and wood where available.
• Production: Each framed print is produced to order through a trusted international network of professional print studios.
• Shipping: Worldwide shipping is available.
• Made to order: There is no minimum order quantity. Each piece is printed and assembled on demand, reducing unnecessary stock and waste.

Exact frame dimensions, component availability, and production specifications may vary slightly depending on the selected size and destination.