Antique Botanical Pressing 005 Hat Antique nineteenth century French dairy

Antique nineteenth century French dairy bowl

Some minor areas of wear and discoloration from age and use (as shown in photos)

Delicate pressed pale yellow flowers have been enameled onto a simple glass tumbler

accidental florist

these antique sterling silver heart padlock charms are from the 1930's

Antique Botanical Pressing 005 Hat Antique nineteenth century French dairyI came across this collection of antique botanical pressings at an estate sale in New Hampshire; the box they were stored in had not seen the light of day for over 100 years and I audibly gasped when I removed the lid. They are in incredible condition! Since these pressings were so wonderfully preserved some of the specimens still show color and texture unlike any I've come across before. These botanical pressings were collected by Eva Beede Odell in