Johann Christoph Volckamer, Nürnbergische Hesperides, 1800s, Engraving & Paper, Set of 4

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Produced in Nuremberg in the early 18th century, this set of four citrus fruit studies by Johann Christoph Volckamer (1644–1720) … Read more Produced in Nuremberg in the early 18th century, this set of four citrus fruit studies by Johann Christoph Volckamer (1644–1720) comes from his landmark publication Nürnbergische Hesperides (1708–1714), a celebrated reference of the Enlightenment era that unites botanical documentation with refined decorative presentation. Each sheet is executed as a copper engraving and delicately hand-colored, a meticulous process that enhances tonal nuance and detail while preserving the precision of the engraved line.

The compositions combine careful plant observation with elegant cartouches and garden imagery, reflecting the period’s fascination with cultivated citrus and scientific collecting. The set is offered with auction provenance: Doyle, New York, Important English and Continental Furniture and Decorations, 15 October 2014, Lot 502. I have official proof of authenticity such as vintage catalogs,
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