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TitlePlate
Date1842–45 19th century
MediumLacy pressed glass
OriginAmerican or British American or British
Holding institutionThe Metropolitan Museum of Art
Credit lineGift of Mrs. Charles W. Green, in memory of Dr. Charles W. Green, 1951
RightsPublic domain (CC0). Free to use for any purpose.

Subjects: Botanical illustration

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