What is this Coconut Tree (Cocos nucifera) Köhler 1890 botanical print?

It’s a vintage Cocos nucifera (coconut palm) study page from Köhler, dated eighteen ninety. You get the tall palm for the full shape, plus cut coconut views that make it feel like real reference-style coconut wall art you can live with.

Where does the original coconut palm illustration come from?

The original illustration comes from Köhler’s Medizinal-Pflanzen, a late nineteenth century German herbal. The page was printed as a chromolithograph, which means the color was built in layers instead of a single flat print.

What details are shown on the page?

This coconut tree botanical print shows one full palm, then separate coconut studies, including cut sections that break the fruit down clearly. It’s the reason this tropical botanical wall art reads well from across the room and still rewards a closer look.

Will it arrive safely with international shipping?

Yes. We ship worldwide and pack prints rolled, wrapped in bubble wrap, and placed in a sturdy cardboard box, so they hold up well during international shipping.

Can I order a custom size, and how is the print finished?

Yes. Choose a standard size on the product page, or message us for custom sizing. Each print is made on hand-processed paper with softly burned edges, then finished with gold paint highlights and a beeswax finish for an authentic parchment feel.

Coconut Tree (Cocos Nucifera) - Köhler, 1890. (Coconut Wall Art)

This is a calm, warm botanical page that reads clearly from across the room. The tall palm and the cut coconut studies make it feel both decorative and practical, like an old reference page you can actually live with. It works well as botanical wall art in a study, hallway, or any home decor that leans natural and old-world.

About this print

This print shows Cocos nucifera, the coconut palm, a tropical tree grown widely for its edible fruit. That real-world usefulness is part of the charm here. It is not just a “pretty plant,” it is a plant people depended on, so the drawing stays focused and readable.

The illustration comes from Köhler’s Medizinal-Pflanzen and was printed as a chromolithograph, an older color-printing method that built the image in layers. You get one full palm for the overall shape, then separate coconut views that break the fruit down like a simple lesson.

If you like that mix of whole plant plus close study, Common Oak is a natural next page, because it keeps the same careful study style but shifts from the tropics to a familiar European forest.

Craft & finish
Every replica we make is individually hand-processed in our family workshop. We finish the paper with a traditional beeswax seal to give it a warm, heavy texture. Our team also adds subtle gold paint details by hand to help the artwork truly shine. To complete the look, we hand-burn the edges to give each piece the feel of a true historical artifact.

While our smaller sizes are perfect for gallery walls, our 43x61 cm Large replica is a museum-scale centerpiece. Because of the size, the hand-processing and beeswax application take much longer. This extra time and care ensures that every centimeter of the historic illustration is preserved with a rich, authentic glow.

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Coconut Tree (Köhler, 19th century.) - Vintage Botanical Print

Name: Coconut Tree (Köhler, 19th century.) - Vintage Botanical Print
Brand: Artifex Replicas

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At Artifex Historical Replicas, we bridge the gap between museum archives and your home. Each piece is a handcrafted historical art print recreated from authentic primary sources, including antique city views and botanical illustrations.

Hand-Processed Paper: We use specialized paper with burned edges and a beeswax finish to replicate the weight and feel of genuine old parchment.

Gilded Details: Our workshop adds subtle real gold accents, bringing the same glow to your walls found in 16th-century illuminated manuscripts.

Custom Sizes & Worldwide Shipping: We offer bespoke sizing for custom frames and ship our historical replicas globally from our family workshop.

Explore our full guide on how we create, display, and restore parchment-style replicas.
Q1: What is this Coconut Tree (Cocos nucifera) Köhler 1890 botanical print?
A: It’s a vintage Cocos nucifera (coconut palm) study page from Köhler, dated eighteen ninety. You get the tall palm for the full shape, plus cut coconut views that make it feel like real reference-style coconut wall art you can live with.

Q2: Where does the original coconut palm illustration come from?
A: The original illustration comes from Köhler’s Medizinal-Pflanzen, a late nineteenth century German herbal. The page was printed as a chromolithograph, which means the color was built in layers instead of a single flat print.

Q3: What details are shown on the page?
A: This coconut tree botanical print shows one full palm, then separate coconut studies, including cut sections that break the fruit down clearly. It’s the reason this tropical botanical wall art reads well from across the room and still rewards a closer look.

Q4: Will it arrive safely with international shipping?
A: Yes. We ship worldwide and pack prints rolled, wrapped in bubble wrap, and placed in a sturdy cardboard box, so they hold up well during international shipping.

Q5: Can I order a custom size, and how is the print finished?
A: Yes. Choose a standard size on the product page, or message us for custom sizing. Each print is made on hand-processed paper with softly burned edges, then finished with gold paint highlights and a beeswax finish for an authentic parchment feel.
Your handmade historical replica is finished with a traditional beeswax seal to create an authentic parchment texture. Because of this artisan process, care is slightly different than a standard poster:

Flattening: If your print has a slight curve from shipping, simply unroll it and place it under clean, flat weights (like books) for 24–48 hours.

Removing Creases: The beeswax finish is flexible. If a crease appears, gently warm the area with a hair dryer on low heat. As the wax relaxes, the crease will vanish into the paper. Note: Avoid open flames to ensure the safety of your art.

Display & Environment: To preserve the rich colors and wax texture, display your print away from direct sunlight, radiators, or humid areas. High heat can soften the wax, and UV light can fade historical inks over time.

Framing Tip: For the best archival look, we recommend framing behind glass in a dry, room-temperature environment.

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