Antique Maps & Prints of Natural History, Botanicals, & More
Lot 7319:
Description
This originally hand-colored etching is from Eleazar Albin’s
Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux or
The Natural History of Birds. The work was published in London by W. Innys and R. Manby between 1738 and 1740. Each engraving is on J. Whatman watermarked, chain-linked paper.
Eleazar Albin made his living creating watercolors of wealthy collectors’ cabinets, including Sir Hans Sloane. Sloane’s collection founded the British Museum. Many of these collectors then subscribed to his
Natural History of Birds. The plates were completed by Eleazar as well as his children, Elizabeth and Fortinalus.
In Albin’s notes to the reader he states "As for the paintings, they are all done from the life, with all the Exactness I could either with my own hand, or my daughters, whom I have taught to draw and paint after the life."
Provenance: Book plate of Stansfeld Rawson, Westdale Hall
Paper Size: ~ 9" by 11 1/4"
Paper Type or Special Features: Originally Hand-colored Etching
Condition report:
The work is in fair to very good condition overall. There is occasional toning, smudging,or light marks. There may be some light text offset which is common to this work. There may be a few minor marks or fox marks to the paper. Please review the image carefully for condition and contact us with any questions.
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