Botanical Study
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Botanical Study

TitleBotanical Study
ArtistSamuel Colman, American, 1832–1920
Date1869 19th century
MediumBrush and watercolor, graphite on light cardboard
Classificationnature studies
OriginUSA USA
Holding institutionSmithsonian Open Access
Credit lineGift of Mrs. Samuel Colman
RightsPublic domain (CC0). Free to use for any purpose.

Subjects: Botanical illustration

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