P.J. Selby: Bohemian Waxwings
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Description
Prideaux John Selby (British, 1788-1867): Bohemian Waxwings. Hand colored engraving mounted to board. Unframed. From Illustrations of Ornithology (Series 1, Volume 2 part 4, November 1828, plate 58)
Selby is best known for his Illustrations of British Ornithology, the first set of life-sized illustrations of British birds. He also wrote Illustrations of Ornithology with William Jardine and A History of British Forest-trees (1842).
Dimensions: 24 x 17.5 Board.
Provenance: Private collection.
Selby is best known for his Illustrations of British Ornithology, the first set of life-sized illustrations of British birds. He also wrote Illustrations of Ornithology with William Jardine and A History of British Forest-trees (1842).
Dimensions: 24 x 17.5 Board.
Provenance: Private collection.
Condition
Aged condition, glue marks around edges from previous mating. Paper is slightly discolored from age.
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NOTE: If documentation is not listed, the lot is sold without documents.
Please refer to our Terms and Conditions prior to bidding. Color fidelity of photos presented is not guaranteed. Lack of a condition statement does not imply that a lot is perfect. Please examine photos, read descriptions, and contact the Gallery with any questions prior to bidding. All sales are final.
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P.J. Selby: Bohemian Waxwings
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