Engraved birds plate (etching) cut off from an old Italian ornithology book after Buffon illustrated by Italian engravers and published around 1820. Beautifully detailed original hand colouring. Throughout the XIXth century edtions of the famous Histoire naturelle from Buffon were published in various languages and colored and engraved by various local artists. This one is signed Dalaino in the bottom right corner. The birds depicted are the following (Tavola 62):
Old plates are highly decorative and make a very original and sophisticated gift. Would look gorgeous when framed. This wood (or copper) engraved bird plate is more than one century old, so some signs of aging should be expected: in this case, some minimal age related toning only. Still, it is rather well preserved given the age. |
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Dimensions: |
Inside frame 9,5 x 16,5 cm; overall surface 12 x 22,2 cm |
État/Condition: |
In fair condition, lightly age-toned. Overall in fair condition and worth framing. Look carefully at the pictures and read description above.
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Antique original hand-colored bird engraved plate 68
- Product Code: A0718
- Availability: 1
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25.00$
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Tags: ornithology, natural history, book plates, bird plates, bird prints, birds etchings, buffon book etchings, incisione 1800 buffon uccelli ornitologia