Antique Prints, Maps, & Books of Natural History, Botanicals, & More
Lot 66717:
Description
Included in this lot:
Blue headed Ground Dove or Pigeon. 284
Zenaida Dove. 281
Key-West Dove
Ground Dove. 283
Description of the work:
This hand-colored lithograph comes from John James Audubon’s first octavo edition of
Birds of America published from 1840 to 1844. The work was completed under the direct supervision of J. J. Audubon. The lithography and hand-coloring was completed by J. T. Bowen.
Prints from
Birds of America are amongst the most sought after and collectible of hand-colored American prints. The first edition was the only one to be completed using strictly hand-coloring.
John James Audubon (1785-1851) is perhaps the most famous of early American naturalists.
Birds of America is one of the best examples of hand-colored work in America and is highly collectible.
Paper Size: ~ 6 1/2" by 10"
Condition report:
The work is in fair to very good condition overall. Some of the plates exhibit light text offset, toning, or scattered fox marks which is common to Audubon\'s works. Please review the image carefully for condition and contact us with any questions. - No text available for plate 284
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