Description
After George Edwards Natural History of Uncommon Birds, 1743 and Gleanings of Natural History, 1759.
Pl. XXIX.
Dimensions: 10 1/2″ x 17″ overall plate measurement.
Condition: Left edge uneven from disbinding will mat out, top edge sunned will mat out, few tiny foxing marks will mat out, faint thumbing mark middle right margin will mat out otherwise excellent condition.
Printing Type: Copperplate engraving, finely hand-colored, Amsterdam, c.1772.
References: Fine Bird Books, 73, Nissen, IVB 859, Nissen, SVB 455.
Note: This image is digitally watermarked, but the electronic watermark does not appear on the actual print. Guaranteed authentic original antique print. Certificate of authenticity available at no extra charge upon request.