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Vintage Botanical Posters and Prints | Poiteau and Turpin

Vintage Prints and Posters: The Botanical Art of Poiteau & Turpin

Welcome to the exclusive gallery of Poiteau Botaniste. If you are looking for an authentic wall decoration, our collections of high-definition reproductions bring 19th-century masterpieces back to life. Explore the timeless elegance of plates from the famous Traité des Arbres Fruitiers, a work where scientific rigor meets artistic perfection.

Why choose a vintage botanical print for your home?

The craze for vintage posters continues unabated. Combining nostalgia and natural aesthetics, an old botanical print brings a touch of serenity and craftsmanship to any living space.

Our re-editions of Pierre-Antoine Poiteau and Pierre-Jean-François Turpin are not just reproductions. They are fragments of history, capturing every detail—from the velvety texture of a peach to the shine of citrus rind—with a precision that only the lithography of the era could achieve.

Our collections: From the vegetable garden to the luxury orchard

Browse our flagship categories to find the print that will enhance your kitchen, living room, or office.

The brilliance of citrus: Lemons and Oranges

Our vintage lemon and orange prints are among the most popular. From the work Traité des Arbres Fruitiers, these plates celebrate Mediterranean freshness.


Apples and Pears: The pomological tradition

Rediscover forgotten varieties with our apple and pear posters. Each print bears witness to the incredible diversity of 19th-century French terroir, ideal for a "country house" style decoration.

👉Old Apple and Pear Prints

Vines and Red Berries: Strawberries, Raspberries and Grapes

From the delicacy of a wild strawberry print to the complex structure of a bunch of grapes, these illustrations add a touch of gourmandise and color to your walls.

👉Old Strawberry, Raspberry, and Grape Prints

Stone Fruits: Apricots, Peaches, and Plums

Let yourself be charmed by the warmth of a vintage apricot poster or the chromatic depth of a Monsieur Hâtif plum. Works that capture the very essence of summer.

👉Old Apricot, Peach, and Plum Prints

Print quality worthy of the Traité des Arbres Fruitiers

To honor the legacy of Poiteau and Turpin, we place utmost importance on the quality of our media. Unlike standard posters, our botanical art prints are printed on high-quality textured papers, ensuring:

  • Chromatic fidelity: Respect for original 19th-century pigments.
  • Durability: Light-resistant inks for long-lasting decoration.
  • Vintage spirit: A matte finish reminiscent of the original plates consulted at the Natural History Museum.

How to incorporate a vintage poster into your decor?

Whether you prefer Scandinavian, industrial, or classic style, botanical prints are decorative chameleons.

  1. In series: Align three prints from the same collection (e.g., three citrus fruits) for an impressive gallery effect.
  2. As a centerpiece: Choose a large format for a Traité des Arbres Fruitiers that catches all eyes.
  3. The frame: Opt for a natural wood or oak frame to enhance the "nature and heritage" aspect.

Order your piece of natural history

By choosing a print from Poiteau Botaniste, you support the promotion of the work of Pierre-Antoine Poiteau, a traveling botanist and master of horticulture.

👉Browse the botanical illustration gallery

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