Antique Prints, Maps, & Books of Natural History, Botanicals, & More
Lot 80906:
Description
Included in this lot:
Curious Species of the Sea Urchin
The Caput Medusa, or Magellanic Star-fish
Coral – Gorgonia
Description of the work:
This scarce first edition engraving is from Sir Charles Linnaeus & Ebenezer Sibley’s
A Genuine and Universal System of Natural-History… or
Magazine of Natural History. The work was printed for the propietor in London between 1794 and 1810. Carl Linnaeus was a Swedish botanist, physician and zoologist who formalized the system of binomial nomenclature which is still in practice today. He is considered the Father of Taxonomy.
Paper Size: ~ 8" by 10 1/4" (Fold Out)
Paper Type or Special Features: Originally Hand-colored Engraving
Condition report:
The work is in good to very good condition overall. There is some occasional offset, smudging, or faint marks to the work. 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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