Oversized Italian Artisan Herbarium in the Antique Style - 44" x 32¾"

This large decorative herbarium panel is an artisanal Italian creation made in Florence, conceived in the spirit of early twentieth century botanical studies. Composed of nine pressed plant compositions arranged in a grid, it features delicate botanical specimens set against softly aged paper backgrounds, each annotated in the manner of historical herbariums and bearing a fictive date of 1913. The palette is gentle and natural, with muted greens, warm sepia tones, and subtle floral hues that create a sense of depth and quiet harmony. The piece is housed in a deliberately timeworn wooden frame, its darkened surface showing intentional distress that enhances the illusion of age. The reverse is finished with old dictionary pages, adding an unexpected scholarly detail, and fitted with metal hooks, ready to be hung.

Both graphic and poetic, this herbarium makes a striking statement in an interior. Its generous scale lends itself beautifully to a living room, library, hallway, or bedroom, where it can anchor a wall with character and softness. It pairs especially well with natural materials, antique furniture, or contemporary spaces seeking warmth and narrative depth. Whether styled above a console, behind a desk, or as a focal point in a dining area, it brings a sense of calm, curiosity, and cultivated elegance, evoking the romance of botanical study while remaining distinctly decorative and timeless. 

Condition and patina consistent with age.

A second matching botanical is available for separate purchase here. 
Approx. overall 44" high x 32¾" wide x 2" thick
Approx. overall 112cm high x 83cm wide x 5cm thick