Kentish Plover Birds hotsell by Gould, Original Antique Hand Colored Lithograph, Rare Birds of Great Britain Print

Antique hand-colored stone lithograph of Kentish Plovers (Aegialophilus Cantianus), by English ornithologist and artist, John Gould. H.C. Richter transferred it to stone, with the impression by Walter & Cohn. It is from Gould's masterpiece, "The Birds of Great Britain," published in London between 1862 and 1873. Large folio size with original hand coloring by a skilled artist. With regard to 19th Century ornithological art, Gould's work is some of the best of the best. Original descriptive text sheet included with purchase.

Dimensions (sheet size):
Approx. 14-1/2" x 21-1/2"

Condition:
There is some faint text offsetting, but otherwise very good. Wonderful bright original hand color. It is an original antique folio lithograph, not a modern reproduction.

It will be securely packaged hotsell to ensure safe transport.


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