Nineteenth Collection (page 15)

In the nineteenth century, horticulture enthusiasts were captivated by the beauty and diversity of nature's creations

Nineteenth Collection: Grant Thorburn, Pseudonym Lawrie Todd, 1773 - 1863. Scottish Born American Author

Grant Thorburn, Pseudonym Lawrie Todd, 1773 - 1863. Scottish Born American Author. From The Maclise Portrait Gallery, Published 1898

George Robert Gleig, 1796

Nineteenth Collection: David Macbeth Moir, 1798 - 1851. Scottish Physician And Writer

David Macbeth Moir, 1798 - 1851. Scottish Physician And Writer, Sometimes Signing His Work With The Name Delta. From The Maclise Portrait Gallery, Published 1898

Sir David Brewster, 1781

Isaac D israeli, 1766

Johann Wolfgang Von Goethe, 1749

Alfred Guillaume Gabriel, Comte D orsay Aka Count Of Orsay, 1801

George Cruikshank, 1792

Samuel Taylor Coleridge, 1772

Charles Lamb, 1775

John Baldwin Buckstone, 1802

Washington Irving, 1783

William Wordsworth, 1770

Allan Cunningham, 1784

Nineteenth Collection: Dionysius Lardner, 1793 -1859. Irish Scientific Writer. From The Maclise Portrait Gallery

Dionysius Lardner, 1793 -1859. Irish Scientific Writer. From The Maclise Portrait Gallery, Published 1898

Edward George Earle Lytton Bulwer-Lytton, 1St Baron Lytton, 1803

Sir Samuel Egerton Brydges, 1St Baronet, 1762

William Roscoe, 1753

William Harrison Ainsworth, 1805

Mary Russell Mitford, 1787

John Wilson Of Ellerey, Psuedonym Christopher North, 1785

Caroline Elizabeth Sarah Norton, 1808

Nineteenth Collection: William Maginn The Doctor, 1794 - 1842. Irish Journalist And Miscellaneous Writer

William Maginn The Doctor, 1794 - 1842. Irish Journalist And Miscellaneous Writer. From The Maclise Portrait Gallery, Published 1898

John Galt, 1779-1839. Scottish Author. From The Maclise Portrait Gallery, Published 1898

Samuel Rogers, 1763

John Gibson Lockhart, 1794

William Jerdan, 1782

Thomas Campbell, 1777

George Augustus Frederick Fitzclarence, 1St Earl Of Munster, 1794

Sir Walter Scott, 1St Baronet, 1771

Thomas Moore, 1779

Nineteenth Collection: 19Th Century Facsimile From The Copy Book Of Vespanianus, A 16Th Century Monk

19Th Century Facsimile From The Copy Book Of Vespanianus, A 16Th Century Monk. From The Strand Magazine Published 1894

An 1819 English One Pound Note. From The Strand Magazine Published 1894

Sir Leslie Matthew Ward, 1851

Sir Leslie Matthew Ward, Aged 31, 1851

Franz Winkelmeier, Aka Giant Of Friedburg-Lenga 1860

General William Booth, 1829

Nineteenth Collection: Adolphus Cambridge, 1St Marquess Of Cambridge, Born Prince Adolphus Of Teck And Later The Duke Of

Adolphus Cambridge, 1St Marquess Of Cambridge, Born Prince Adolphus Of Teck And Later The Duke Of Teck, 1868

From Left To Right, Charles Sherwood Stratton, Aka General Tom Thumb, 1838

Nineteenth Collection: Robert Hales, Aka The Norfolk Giant, 1820 - 1863. English Giant

Robert Hales, Aka The Norfolk Giant, 1820 - 1863. English Giant. From The Strand Magazine Published 1894

Louis Frenz, Born 1801- ?. French Giant. From The Strand Magazine Published 1894

William Boyd Carpenter, 1841

Nineteenth Collection: The Clarendon Building, Oxford, England In The 19Th Century. Built In The Early 18Th Century To

The Clarendon Building, Oxford, England In The 19Th Century. Built In The Early 18Th Century To House The Oxford University Press. From The Strand Magazine Published 1894

Sarah Bernhard, 1844

Nineteenth Collection: Hiram Maxim Holding One Of His Flying Machine Engines, Weighing 300Lb One Of The Lightest Engines

Hiram Maxim Holding One Of His Flying Machine Engines, Weighing 300Lb One Of The Lightest Engines Of Its Time. Sir Hiram Stevens Maxim, 1840

Frederick Viii, Aged 30, 1843

Nineteenth Collection: Wybrand Lolkes, 1730 - 1800, With His Wife. Dutch Dwarf And Jeweller

Wybrand Lolkes, 1730 - 1800, With His Wife. Dutch Dwarf And Jeweller. From The Strand Magazine Published 1894

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In the nineteenth century, horticulture enthusiasts were captivated by the beauty and diversity of nature's creations. One such marvel was the Hortensia, a stunning flowering plant that adorned gardens with its vibrant colors. Its delicate lilac petals would sway gracefully in the breeze, creating a mesmerizing sight. Plate 113 from William Cutbush and Sons' botanical catalog showcased this magnificent specimen in all its glory. The Strawberry Wilmots Superb variety stood out among others for its luscious red berries that resembled tiny rubies glistening under the sun. Moving on to Plate 127, we find ourselves enchanted by another floral wonder - Geranium varietals. These exquisite flowers added a touch of elegance to any garden with their intricate patterns and vivid hues. Kelways Manual provided valuable insights into cultivating these beauties through plants, seeds, and bulbs. As we turn our attention to Plate 18, our eyes are drawn to an enchanting Lily known as Lilium auratum. This majestic flower boasted golden-yellow petals adorned with crimson speckles - truly a sight to behold. Bengale Th featured prominently on Tab XVII of botanical records as it fascinated botanists with its unique characteristics. The nineteenth century was undoubtedly an era where nature's wonders were celebrated and documented meticulously. Through catalogs like those produced by William Cutbush and Sons or references like Kelways Manual, people could explore the vast array of flora available at their fingertips. From Hortensias to Lilacs, Strawberries Wilmots Superb to Geraniums varietals - each plant had its own story waiting to be discovered by passionate gardeners and admirers alike, and is through these historical records that we can appreciate how generations past marveled at Mother Nature's artistry while leaving behind invaluable knowledge for future enthusiasts.