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Hummingbird Bird Prints, Handcolored Fiery-Tailed Hummingbirds by Jardine, 1837
$1,120 (£845, €1,000)
Period original, not a reproduction.
Shipped from the Netherlands, flat, insured and tracked, worldwide. Returns accepted within 14 days.
- Date
- 1837
- Size
- 6.3 × 3.9 in (16 × 10 cm)
- Condition
- Good. General age-related toning. Minor wear, blank verso. Please study images carefully.
- Period
- Early 19th century
- Artist or book
- Sir William Jardine
- Section
- Birds
- Reference
- f_23664872
The set of ten antique bird prints portray a captivating array of hummingbirds, each showcasing its unique charm and features. These illustrations originate from volume 1 of 'Naturgeschichte der Colibris' authored by W. Jardine, and published by C.A. Hartleben in 1837.
These prints offer a detailed glimpse into the mesmerizing world of hummingbirds, featuring an assortment of species, including the avocet-billed hummingbird (Trochilus Avocetta), fiery-tailed awlbill (Trochilus Recurvirostris), rufous-bellied hummingbird (Trochilus Rufigaster), ruby-throated hummingbird (Trochilus Colubris), Anna's hummingbird (Trochilus Anna), blue-green hummingbird (Trochilus Cyaneus), golden-green hummingbird (Trochilus Prasina), azure-crowned hummingbird (Trochilus Quadricolor), Delande's hummingbird (Trochilus Delandii), and the ruby-topaz hummingbird (Trochilus Moschitus).
These illustrations are exquisite in their detail, capturing the vibrant plumage and unique characteristics of each hummingbird species. The prints serve as a testament to the beauty and diversity of these tiny avian wonders, allowing viewers to appreciate the intricacies of nature's artistry captured in these antique illustrations.
