Antique Natural HistoryOriginal plates from the naturalists' books, 1600s to 1900s
Antique Bird Print of the House Martin and Other Birds. ca.1860

Framed and on the wall

Antique Bird Print of the House Martin and Other Birds. ca.1860, shown framed

Frame and rooms are illustrations of how the print could look; the description says what is included.

Antique Bird Print of the House Martin and Other Birds. ca.1860

£150 ($200, €180)

Period original, not a reproduction.

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Date
1860
Size
10.6 × 7.1 in (27 × 18 cm)
Condition
Very good, general age-related toning. Please study image carefully.
Period
Late 19th century
Section
Birds
Reference
f_29689592

Antique bird print depicting the chimney swallow, house martin, common swift and esculent swallow. This print originates from 'Museum of Natural History' by Sir John Richardson.

Artists and Engravers: Published by William Mackenzie.

Condition: Very good, general age-related toning. Please study image carefully.

Date: c.1860

Overall size: 17.6 x 26.7 cm.

Image size: 13.6 x 20.5 cm.

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