Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly | January 29, 2026
Thu, Jan 29, 2026 10:00AM EST
Lot 126
Abraham Munting Botanical Engravings
Estimate: $600 - $900
Sold for
$700
Sold Price excludes BP
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(Dutch, 1626-1683)
Three from Naauwkeurige Beschryving der Aardgewassen, 1696, Pieter van der Aa, Francois Halma, Leiden, publishers: Fig. 106, Apocynum Americanum Asclepiadeum; Fig. 105, Apocynvm Virginianvm; Fig 222, Nummularia Americana; engravings with late hand coloring on laid paper, plate 12-1/2 x 8-1/8 in., sheet 15-1/4 x 9-3/4 in.; matching 18th century style black and parcel gilt wood frames,18-3/4 x 13-1/4 x 1-1/4 in.
Provenance: Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina
Note: Depicting gigantic floating plants with romanticized landscapes and entwined with banners identifying the plant, Abraham Munting published his Waare Oeffening der Planten in Amsterdam in 1672 with 40 engraved plates. In 1696 a posthumous edition, Naauwkeurige Beschryving der Aardgewassen, with 245 plates, was published in Leiden by Francois Halma. A third edition was also published titled Phytographia Curiosa exhibens arborum, fructium, herbarum & florum Icones with text in Latin.
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Estate of Joe and Betsy Byerly, Greensboro, North Carolina
one examined out of frame; hinged at top corners with archival tape, good color with minimal foxing and light toning, slight handling grime, some with waviness to papers; frames with light wear Note - Brunk Auctions makes every effort to offer accurate and thorough information, but encourages prospective bidders to inspect items in person whenever possible. Condition statements are provided as a courtesy for general guidance and should not be considered complete or definitive. They do not represent a warranty or assumption of liability by Brunk Auctions. Certain condition issues may not be specifically noted in the report but may be visible in the accompanying photographs, which are considered part of the overall condition report. Please refer to our Terms of Sale for complete information and contact us for additional photos or information as needed.
