French (1768-1849). Two fine original drawings by the French natural history painter, depicting the Hooded Vulture and another species of bird. Both watercolor and gouache. One signed to the lower right of the drawing and dated 1823, the other unsigned.

Size of each: 19" ht. x 13.5" wd.

From the estate and lifelong collection of William Garrett Hodges (1946-2014). Hodges was a Virginia-based dealer of fine arts, with specialization in prints and rare books, having collected for decades. He supplied and consulted various groups on antiquities throughout his career, including the White House, the Vice President's residence, the FBI, and multiple film and television series.

Both pieces have some light foxing, one with small tears to the left side. Drawings are not affected, just the paper