Felice Cassone (1815/ 1854) - Lot. of 22 sheets - "Ginepro, Curcuma, Asparago, Riso, Gramigna, Canna Montana, Canna Zucchero" - 1847

Felice Cassone (1815–1854) was an Italian botanist and illustrator known for his detailed botanical artworks. This lot of 22 botanical sheets from 1847 includes depictions of plants like Ginepro (juniper), Curcuma (turmeric), Asparago (asparagus), Riso (rice), Gramigna (a type of grass), Canna Montana, and Canna Zucchero (sugar cane). Botanical illustration in the mid-19th century was essential for documenting plant species, supporting scientific study, agriculture, and horticulture. Cassone’s work is characterized by precision and aesthetic appeal, contributing to the broader tradition of botanical art which blended scientific accuracy with artistic beauty. Such sheets are valuable for botanists, historians, and collectors interested in historical plant documentation and the development of botanical sciences during that period.