Engraving from 1886. Seabirds. Antique lithograph.

Authentic engraving from 1886 (140 years ago!). This is not a modern reproduction, but a genuine antique engraving. Subject: Aquatic and marine birds. Format: 44 X 33 cm. Edition: in 1886. Elegant and vintage light beige paper. 🌿 Text in German. Original central fold (typical of large atlas formats). Condition: Good condition, signs of age. See photos. This illustration comes from a large zoological atlas in German published in Stuttgart, dedicated to the discovery of the animal kingdom. The work features extensive finely coloured plates, showcasing the artistic and scientific craftsmanship of the time, where naturalistic precision blends with careful aesthetics. Authentic and original, each plate reflects the growing curiosity for distant worlds and the diversity of species in the 19th century. True fragments of natural history, these images combine beauty, education, and attention to detail, making each copy a valuable piece for nature enthusiasts. Magnificent ornithological plate presenting a collection of marine and aquatic birds in their natural habitat. The composition illustrates various species such as the flamingo, the penguin, the grebe, and other coastal birds evolving on rocks by the water. Secure shipping: Rigid protection to ensure condition upon arrival. Bulk purchase: Possible discounts for purchasing multiple plates. Contact me to optimise shipping costs. More choices in my shop - Browse my other lithographs and prints for more botany and zoology. Reference: 105-1-36. Texts inscribed on the engraving: Translation: Birds Plate 36 1. Flamingo 2. Great Crested Grebe 3. Great Albatross 4. Torperfuhn 5. Eider Duck 6. Slender-billed Guillemot 7. Red-necked Grebe.