Old bird engraving -The Alcyon- Ornithological plate by Seligmann & Catesby. 1973

Discover this magnificent rare illustration featuring the alcyon ⭐ this work of a beautiful size of 44 X 30 cm is highlighted by a thick quality cream-colored canson type paper ⭐ this engraving, printed in only 1470 copies, is a superb ornithological and zoological piece with these colors and details ⭐ the plate, taken from a work illustrated by jm seligmann, is a faithful reproduction of the nuremberg edition of 1768. Published in paris in 1973, it pays homage to the work of m.catesby, 18th century naturalist and engraver. The carefully colored plate captures the diversity and beauty of exotic birds. ⭐ it is in very good condition, tiny foxing in the left edge. Note the imperfections printed and from the original engraving are also visible and give a nice extra vintage patina ⭐ you will find on the plate the name in french, latin and german, as well as additional ornithology inscriptions in latin.the back of the illustration is blank. ⭐ the alcyon or, kingfisher, is the small colorful bird often seen near water. ⭐ I offer many other birds from the same series, all different and unique, but also other images for interior decoration for nature or botany lovers. ⭐ given its size, the engraving will be sent by tube [ref. 027.savasvö19] ⭐ do not hesitate to contact me for more information or for a group purchase with discounts and advantageous shipping costs ispida, fisherman.

Ref. : 12D63H71