Antique Framed Original Botanical Lithograph Walter Hood Fitch 1854

The print bears two key inscriptions: "W. Fitch del. et lith." lower left, confirming it was both drawn and lithographed by Walter Hood Fitch (1817–1892). Lower right reads "Vincent Brooks Imp.", the distinguished London lithographic printer.

Species: Pittosporum flavum Hook.f.
Family: Pittosporaceae
Origin of specimen: Eastern Australia (Port Stephen & Wide Bay district)
Medium: Original hand-coloured lithograph
Artist/Lithographer: Walter Hood Fitch (1817–1892)
Printer: Vincent Brooks, London
Date: 1854

Condition: Colour fresh and vibrant; minor age-toning to paper consistent with 170-year-old printed material; frame with light wear; overall very good presentable condition