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Russ - 5 Parrot Prints including Cockatoos, Ground Parrot, Cockatiel

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Start price: $50

Estimated price: $300 - $600

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Description

This beautiful color chromolithograph is from Karl Russ’s
Die Papageien, ihre Naturgeschichte, Pflege, Zuchtung und Abrichtung translate to
The Parrots, Their Natural History. The work was published in Magdeburg in 1881 by Carl Rumpler.

Karl Russ (1833-1899) was a German ornithologist. His work was a series depicting foreign ‘caged’ birds. The work focused on care, breeding, and training, and he helped pioneer modern bird keeping.

Paper Size: ~ 6 1/4" by 9 3/8"

Paper Type or Special Features: Color Chromolithograph


Condition report:

The work is in very good to excellent condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections to be expected with age. Please review the image carefully for condition and contact us with any questions.

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