George Edwards, Blackcap Warbler, Ficedula Tertia, Handcol. Engr. C. 1749
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:1250686 | Style: Vintage |
| Subject: Birds | Date of Creation: Pre-1800 |
| Print Type: Copper Plate |
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Tuscany Book offers A very fine copper engraving from a renowned natural history book published ...serially in 9 volumes from 1749 to 1776:Seligmann, J. M.Sammlung verschiedener auslaendischer und seltener Voegel.
Nuernberg: Fleischmann, 1749-76.This monumental work on birds is a first edition and is generally considered to be one of the most beautiful 18th century German works on birds. The engraving was expertly hand colored at the time of publication.
Bibliographical references: Nissen, IVB 857; Anker 462; Fine Bird Books 93.Please check out my other listings offered on eBay. I try to list new items every day and will gladly give a shipping discount on multiple purchases. Size of the leaf : ca. 16.1”x 10.25" (410 mm x 260 mm).Condition: As shown, on hand made paper; most leaves show a water mark. It is in exceptionally good condition with minor evidence of ageing and storage: occasional soiling, or spotting, original paper flaws or impurities, edge or margin flaws, "plate dirt", etc.
Pictured: The hand colored original engraving for sale and the title page of the first volume. The title page is shown for reference. It is NOT part of the lot. Please note: I never restore or treat my items with chemicals to enhance their appearance. Therefore, you can be confident that this item will not deteriorate beyond the natural aging process. Similar Items: For similar items, please see all of my listings. Please “click” on the blue link “View seller’s other items” at the top of the listing, under our seller name “tuscanybooks.” About Tuscany Books: I have been in this business for over thirty five years. I deal in rare books, prints and maps. All my items are original prints or manuscripts; I carry no reproductions. My Guarantee: I guarantee my items 100% in authenticity and customer satisfaction. My return policy: I offer a full money-back guarantee of the purchase price if I am notified within 14 days after the buyer receives the merchandise. I will gladly accept my merchandise back if (1) it is in the same condition as at the time sold and (2) it is mailed back to me with full insurance.
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Tuscany Book offers A very fine copper engraving from a renowned natural history book published ...serially in 9 volumes from 1749 to 1776:Seligmann, J. M.Sammlung verschiedener auslaendischer und seltener Voegel.
Nuernberg: Fleischmann, 1749-76.This monumental work on birds is a first edition and is generally considered to be one of the most beautiful 18th century German works on birds. The engraving was expertly hand colored at the time of publication.
Bibliographical references: Nissen, IVB 857; Anker 462; Fine Bird Books 93.Please check out my other listings offered on eBay. I try to list new items every day and will gladly give a shipping discount on multiple purchases. Size of the leaf : ca. 16.1”x 10.25" (410 mm x 260 mm).Condition: As shown, on hand made paper; most leaves show a water mark. It is in exceptionally good condition with minor evidence of ageing and storage: occasional soiling, or spotting, original paper flaws or impurities, edge or margin flaws, "plate dirt", etc.
Pictured: The hand colored original engraving for sale and the title page of the first volume. The title page is shown for reference. It is NOT part of the lot. Please note: I never restore or treat my items with chemicals to enhance their appearance. Therefore, you can be confident that this item will not deteriorate beyond the natural aging process. Similar Items: For similar items, please see all of my listings. Please “click” on the blue link “View seller’s other items” at the top of the listing, under our seller name “tuscanybooks.” About Tuscany Books: I have been in this business for over thirty five years. I deal in rare books, prints and maps. All my items are original prints or manuscripts; I carry no reproductions. My Guarantee: I guarantee my items 100% in authenticity and customer satisfaction. My return policy: I offer a full money-back guarantee of the purchase price if I am notified within 14 days after the buyer receives the merchandise. I will gladly accept my merchandise back if (1) it is in the same condition as at the time sold and (2) it is mailed back to me with full insurance.
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