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Antique Engraving of the Bill and Bones of an Ibis Bird, 1773
€230 ($260, £195, €230)
Period original, not a reproduction.
Shipped from the Netherlands, flat, insured and tracked, worldwide. Returns accepted within 14 days.
- Date
- 1773
- Size
- 10.6 × 8.3 in (27 × 21 cm)
- Condition
- Very good, general age-related toning. Please study image carefully.
- Period
- 18th century
- Section
- Birds
- Reference
- f_29261872
Antique print titled 'Ibis, op een Sardonix (..)'. Old bird print depicting the bill and bones of an ibis bird. Originates from the first Dutch editon of an interesting travel account of Northern Africa titled 'Reizen en Aanmerkingen door en over Barbaryen en het Ooste'.
Artists and Engravers: Author: T. Shaw. Translated by P. Boddaert and published by J. van Schoonhoven.
Condition: Very good, general age-related toning. Please study image carefully.
Date: 1773
Overall size: 21 x 27 cm.
Image size: 16 x 22 cm.
Antique prints have long been appreciated for both their aesthetic and investment value. They were the product of engraved, etched or lithographed plates. These plates were handmade out of wood or metal, which required an incredible level of skill, patience and craftsmanship. Whether you have a house with Victorian furniture or more contemporary decor an old engraving can enhance your living space.
