Edwards Seligmann (67 results)
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Seller: Hennessey + Ingalls, Los Angeles, CA, U.S.A.Hennessey + Ingalls
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Published by Amsterdam, 1772
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Add to basketCondition: Fine. Johann Seligmann created this wonderful folio work featuring the art of both George Edwards and Mark Catesby. Entitled Verzameling van Utlandsche en Zeldzaame Vogelen. or Sammlung verschiedener auslandischer und seltener Vogel. The rare work features beautiful engravings and original hand coloring. Seligmann re-…engraved the plates of both Edwards and Catesby. The work was published by Jan Christiaan Sepp in Amsterdam between 1772 and 1781.Mark Catesby was a well-known naturalist born in England in 1682. He spent 10 years of his life in the American colonies observing the native species of plants and animals. After returning to England, he dedicated the next 20 years to producing the first English, all-inclusive study of American natural history, Natural History of Carolina, Florida, and Bahama Islands. Catesby was the first to incorporate plant life and birds on the same page. Because Catesby was too poor at the time to hire engravers, he studied under Joseph Goupy, learning to etch plates himself to save money and ensure accuracy. The result is this wonderfully detailed work featuring hundreds of American species, giving the Old World the opportunity to catch a glimpse of the World beyond. Catesby is referred to as 'The Father of American Ornithology' and his Natural History was the first to depict the flora and fauna of the new world.George Edwards was an English draughtsman and proficient ornithologist. He worked as the Librarian tothe Royal College of Physicians which eventually allowed him to pursue publishing his bird studies and drawings. Edward really drove the prominence of bird and animal illustration in his time and thus became known as 'The Father of British Ornithology.' --- The work is in very good to excellent condition overall. 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. --- Paper Size ~ 10 3/4" by 17 1/4". George Edwards (illustrator).
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Published by Amsterdam, 1772
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Add to basketCondition: Fine. Johann Seligmann created this wonderful folio work featuring the art of both George Edwards and Mark Catesby. Entitled Verzameling van Utlandsche en Zeldzaame Vogelen. or Sammlung verschiedener auslandischer und seltener Vogel. The rare work features beautiful engravings and original hand coloring. Seligmann re-…engraved the plates of both Edwards and Catesby. The work was published by Jan Christiaan Sepp in Amsterdam between 1772 and 1781.Mark Catesby was a well-known naturalist born in England in 1682. He spent 10 years of his life in the American colonies observing the native species of plants and animals. After returning to England, he dedicated the next 20 years to producing the first English, all-inclusive study of American natural history, Natural History of Carolina, Florida, and Bahama Islands. Catesby was the first to incorporate plant life and birds on the same page. Because Catesby was too poor at the time to hire engravers, he studied under Joseph Goupy, learning to etch plates himself to save money and ensure accuracy. The result is this wonderfully detailed work featuring hundreds of American species, giving the Old World the opportunity to catch a glimpse of the World beyond. Catesby is referred to as 'The Father of American Ornithology' and his Natural History was the first to depict the flora and fauna of the new world.George Edwards was an English draughtsman and proficient ornithologist. He worked as the Librarian tothe Royal College of Physicians which eventually allowed him to pursue publishing his bird studies and drawings. Edward really drove the prominence of bird and animal illustration in his time and thus became known as 'The Father of British Ornithology.' --- The work is in very good to excellent condition overall. 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. --- Paper Size ~ 10 3/4" by 17 1/4". George Edwards (illustrator).
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Published by Amsterdam, 1772
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Add to basketCondition: Fine. Johann Seligmann created this wonderful folio work featuring the art of both George Edwards and Mark Catesby. Entitled Verzameling van Utlandsche en Zeldzaame Vogelen. or Sammlung verschiedener auslandischer und seltener Vogel. The rare work features beautiful engravings and original hand coloring. Seligmann re-…engraved the plates of both Edwards and Catesby. The work was published by Jan Christiaan Sepp in Amsterdam between 1772 and 1781.Mark Catesby was a well-known naturalist born in England in 1682. He spent 10 years of his life in the American colonies observing the native species of plants and animals. After returning to England, he dedicated the next 20 years to producing the first English, all-inclusive study of American natural history, Natural History of Carolina, Florida, and Bahama Islands. Catesby was the first to incorporate plant life and birds on the same page. Because Catesby was too poor at the time to hire engravers, he studied under Joseph Goupy, learning to etch plates himself to save money and ensure accuracy. The result is this wonderfully detailed work featuring hundreds of American species, giving the Old World the opportunity to catch a glimpse of the World beyond. Catesby is referred to as 'The Father of American Ornithology' and his Natural History was the first to depict the flora and fauna of the new world.George Edwards was an English draughtsman and proficient ornithologist. He worked as the Librarian tothe Royal College of Physicians which eventually allowed him to pursue publishing his bird studies and drawings. Edward really drove the prominence of bird and animal illustration in his time and thus became known as 'The Father of British Ornithology.' --- The work is in very good to excellent condition overall. 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. --- Paper Size ~ 10 3/4" by 17 1/4". George Edwards (illustrator).
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Published by Amsterdam, 1772
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Add to basketCondition: Fine. Johann Seligmann created this wonderful folio work featuring the art of both George Edwards and Mark Catesby. Entitled Verzameling van Utlandsche en Zeldzaame Vogelen. or Sammlung verschiedener auslandischer und seltener Vogel. The rare work features beautiful engravings and original hand coloring. Seligmann re-…engraved the plates of both Edwards and Catesby. The work was published by Jan Christiaan Sepp in Amsterdam between 1772 and 1781.Mark Catesby was a well-known naturalist born in England in 1682. He spent 10 years of his life in the American colonies observing the native species of plants and animals. After returning to England, he dedicated the next 20 years to producing the first English, all-inclusive study of American natural history, Natural History of Carolina, Florida, and Bahama Islands. Catesby was the first to incorporate plant life and birds on the same page. Because Catesby was too poor at the time to hire engravers, he studied under Joseph Goupy, learning to etch plates himself to save money and ensure accuracy. The result is this wonderfully detailed work featuring hundreds of American species, giving the Old World the opportunity to catch a glimpse of the World beyond. Catesby is referred to as 'The Father of American Ornithology' and his Natural History was the first to depict the flora and fauna of the new world.George Edwards was an English draughtsman and proficient ornithologist. He worked as the Librarian tothe Royal College of Physicians which eventually allowed him to pursue publishing his bird studies and drawings. Edward really drove the prominence of bird and animal illustration in his time and thus became known as 'The Father of British Ornithology.' --- The work is in very good to excellent condition overall. 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. --- Paper Size ~ 10 3/4" by 17 1/4". George Edwards (illustrator).
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Published by Amsterdam, 1772
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Seller: Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books, Franklin, TN, U.S.A.Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
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Add to basketCondition: Fine. Johann Seligmann created this wonderful folio work featuring the art of both George Edwards and Mark Catesby. Entitled Verzameling van Utlandsche en Zeldzaame Vogelen. or Sammlung verschiedener auslandischer und seltener Vogel. The rare work features beautiful engravings and original hand coloring. Seligmann re-…engraved the plates of both Edwards and Catesby. The work was published by Jan Christiaan Sepp in Amsterdam between 1772 and 1781.Mark Catesby was a well-known naturalist born in England in 1682. He spent 10 years of his life in the American colonies observing the native species of plants and animals. After returning to England, he dedicated the next 20 years to producing the first English, all-inclusive study of American natural history, Natural History of Carolina, Florida, and Bahama Islands. Catesby was the first to incorporate plant life and birds on the same page. Because Catesby was too poor at the time to hire engravers, he studied under Joseph Goupy, learning to etch plates himself to save money and ensure accuracy. The result is this wonderfully detailed work featuring hundreds of American species, giving the Old World the opportunity to catch a glimpse of the World beyond. Catesby is referred to as 'The Father of American Ornithology' and his Natural History was the first to depict the flora and fauna of the new world.George Edwards was an English draughtsman and proficient ornithologist. He worked as the Librarian tothe Royal College of Physicians which eventually allowed him to pursue publishing his bird studies and drawings. Edward really drove the prominence of bird and animal illustration in his time and thus became known as 'The Father of British Ornithology.' --- The work is in very good to excellent condition overall. 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. --- Paper Size ~ 10 3/4" by 17 1/4". George Edwards (illustrator).
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Published by Amsterdam, 1772
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Seller: Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books, Franklin, TN, U.S.A.Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
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Add to basketCondition: Fine. Johann Seligmann created this wonderful folio work featuring the art of both George Edwards and Mark Catesby. Entitled Verzameling van Utlandsche en Zeldzaame Vogelen. or Sammlung verschiedener auslandischer und seltener Vogel. The rare work features beautiful engravings and original hand coloring. Seligmann re-…engraved the plates of both Edwards and Catesby. The work was published by Jan Christiaan Sepp in Amsterdam between 1772 and 1781.Mark Catesby was a well-known naturalist born in England in 1682. He spent 10 years of his life in the American colonies observing the native species of plants and animals. After returning to England, he dedicated the next 20 years to producing the first English, all-inclusive study of American natural history, Natural History of Carolina, Florida, and Bahama Islands. Catesby was the first to incorporate plant life and birds on the same page. Because Catesby was too poor at the time to hire engravers, he studied under Joseph Goupy, learning to etch plates himself to save money and ensure accuracy. The result is this wonderfully detailed work featuring hundreds of American species, giving the Old World the opportunity to catch a glimpse of the World beyond. Catesby is referred to as 'The Father of American Ornithology' and his Natural History was the first to depict the flora and fauna of the new world.George Edwards was an English draughtsman and proficient ornithologist. He worked as the Librarian tothe Royal College of Physicians which eventually allowed him to pursue publishing his bird studies and drawings. Edward really drove the prominence of bird and animal illustration in his time and thus became known as 'The Father of British Ornithology.' --- The work is in very good to excellent condition overall. 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. --- Paper Size ~ 10 3/4" by 17 1/4". George Edwards (illustrator).
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Published by Amsterdam, 1772
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Seller: Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books, Franklin, TN, U.S.A.Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
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Add to basketCondition: Fine. Johann Seligmann created this wonderful folio work featuring the art of both George Edwards and Mark Catesby. Entitled Verzameling van Utlandsche en Zeldzaame Vogelen. or Sammlung verschiedener auslandischer und seltener Vogel. The rare work features beautiful engravings and original hand coloring. Seligmann re-…engraved the plates of both Edwards and Catesby. The work was published by Jan Christiaan Sepp in Amsterdam between 1772 and 1781.Mark Catesby was a well-known naturalist born in England in 1682. He spent 10 years of his life in the American colonies observing the native species of plants and animals. After returning to England, he dedicated the next 20 years to producing the first English, all-inclusive study of American natural history, Natural History of Carolina, Florida, and Bahama Islands. Catesby was the first to incorporate plant life and birds on the same page. Because Catesby was too poor at the time to hire engravers, he studied under Joseph Goupy, learning to etch plates himself to save money and ensure accuracy. The result is this wonderfully detailed work featuring hundreds of American species, giving the Old World the opportunity to catch a glimpse of the World beyond. Catesby is referred to as 'The Father of American Ornithology' and his Natural History was the first to depict the flora and fauna of the new world.George Edwards was an English draughtsman and proficient ornithologist. He worked as the Librarian tothe Royal College of Physicians which eventually allowed him to pursue publishing his bird studies and drawings. Edward really drove the prominence of bird and animal illustration in his time and thus became known as 'The Father of British Ornithology.' --- The work is in very good to excellent condition overall. 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. --- Paper Size ~ 10 3/4" by 17 1/4". George Edwards (illustrator).
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Published by 1749-1776, 1749
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Seller: Pictura Prints, Art & Books, Overasselt, NetherlandsPictura Prints, Art & Books
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Add to basketNo binding. Condition: Good. 'Der Taübenhavicht. Accipiter palumbarius. Epervier à pigeons.'Etching / engraving on hand laid (verge) with original hand colouring paper. Watermark: Honig & Zoon. Sheet size: 35 x 26 cm. (13,8 x 10,2 inch). Image size: 26 x 20,5 cm. (10,2 x 8,1 inch).From: "Sammlung verschiedener auslandischer und…seltener Vogel", Tafel 102, 4.Teil. Completed and edited by Joh. Michael Seligmann (translated from Catesby and Edwards by Georg Leonhard Huth). "The collection was published between 1749 and 1776 in 9 parts and 5 volumes in Nuremberg and thus almost simultaneously with the original editions by Mark Catesby and published by George Edwards. In these, among other things, undiscovered bird species were depicted in their natural environment and Edwards drew after the living animal in order to achieve a natural way of representation. In addition to the birds, there are also some other animals, such as a marmot, described.Made by 'Johann Michael Seligmann' after 'George Edwards'. Johann Michael Seligmann (1720-1762) was a German artist and engraver best known for his ornithological artwork in Sammlung verschiedener auslandischer und seltener Vogel (Collection of various foreign and rare birds) of 1749, which included plates based on the works of Mark Catesby and George Edwards. Seligmann received his initial training in engraving and art at the Nurnberger Malerakademie and some of his earlier works included the depictions of various rocks and minerals. His other works included the Opera Botanica 1754 written Konrad Gesner. George Edwards (3 April 1694 - 23 July 1773) was an English naturalist and ornithologist, known as the "father of British ornithology".Condition: Good, given age. Brownish in the margin, remains of tape glue in the corners, both, not effecting the image. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study scan carefully.Keywords: ANIMAL-BIRD-HAWK-PIGEON-PREDATOR-PLANTS-ROCKS RBOS-Template 16-large. George Edwards (illustrator).
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Published by 1749-1776, 1749
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Seller: Pictura Prints, Art & Books, Overasselt, NetherlandsPictura Prints, Art & Books
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Add to basketNo binding. Condition: Good. 'Der kleine inidianische Buffel Ochs. Bubalus minor, Orientalis, gibbo superhumeros insignitus. Le petit Buffle des Indes.'Etching / engraving on hand laid (verge) with original hand colouring paper. Watermark: Honig & Zoon. Sheet size: 35 x 26 cm. (13,8 x 10,2 inch). Image size: 26 x 20,5 cm. (10,2…x 8,1 inch).From: "Sammlung verschiedener auslandischer und seltener Vogel", Tafel 102, 4.Teil. Completed and edited by Joh. Michael Seligmann (translated from Catesby and Edwards by Georg Leonhard Huth). "The collection was published between 1749 and 1776 in 9 parts and 5 volumes in Nuremberg and thus almost simultaneously with the original editions by Mark Catesby and published by George Edwards. In these, among other things, undiscovered bird species were depicted in their natural environment and Edwards drew after the living animal in order to achieve a natural way of representation. In addition to the birds, there are also some other animals, such as a marmot, described.Made by 'Johann Michael Seligmann' after 'George Edwards'. Johann Michael Seligmann (1720-1762) was a German artist and engraver best known for his ornithological artwork in Sammlung verschiedener auslandischer und seltener Vogel (Collection of various foreign and rare birds) of 1749, which included plates based on the works of Mark Catesby and George Edwards. Seligmann received his initial training in engraving and art at the Nurnberger Malerakademie and some of his earlier works included the depictions of various rocks and minerals. His other works included the Opera Botanica 1754 written Konrad Gesner. George Edwards (3 April 1694 - 23 July 1773) was an English naturalist and ornithologist, known as the "father of British ornithology".Condition: Good, given age. Brownish in the margin, remains of tape glue in the corners, both, not effecting the image, on the left margin part of paper missing. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study scan carefully.Keywords: SMALL INDIAN BUFFALO-OCHSRBOS-Template 16-large. George Edwards (illustrator).
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Published by 1749-1776, 1749
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Seller: Pictura Prints, Art & Books, Overasselt, NetherlandsPictura Prints, Art & Books
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Add to basketNo binding. Condition: Good. 'Der kleine amerikanische Bar. Ursulus, Lupo affinis Americanus. Le petit ours, ou Louveteau.'Etching / engraving on hand laid (verge) with original hand colouring paper. Watermark: Honig & Zoon. Sheet size: 35 x 26 cm. (13,8 x 10,2 inch). Image size: 26 x 20,5 cm. (10,2 x 8,1 inch).From: "Sammlung v…erschiedener auslandischer und seltener Vogel", Tafel 102, 4.Teil. Completed and edited by Joh. Michael Seligmann (translated from Catesby and Edwards by Georg Leonhard Huth). "The collection was published between 1749 and 1776 in 9 parts and 5 volumes in Nuremberg and thus almost simultaneously with the original editions by Mark Catesby and published by George Edwards. In these, among other things, undiscovered bird species were depicted in their natural environment and Edwards drew after the living animal in order to achieve a natural way of representation. In addition to the birds, there are also some other animals, such as a marmot, described.Made by 'Johann Michael Seligmann' after 'George Edwards'. Johann Michael Seligmann (1720-1762) was a German artist and engraver best known for his ornithological artwork in Sammlung verschiedener auslandischer und seltener Vogel (Collection of various foreign and rare birds) of 1749, which included plates based on the works of Mark Catesby and George Edwards. Seligmann received his initial training in engraving and art at the Nurnberger Malerakademie and some of his earlier works included the depictions of various rocks and minerals. His other works included the Opera Botanica 1754 written Konrad Gesner. George Edwards (3 April 1694 - 23 July 1773) was an English naturalist and ornithologist, known as the "father of British ornithology".Condition: Good, given age. Brownish in the margin, remains of tape glue in the corners, both, not effecting the image. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study scan carefully.Keywords: AMERICAN BEAR-URSULUS-WOLVERINERBOS-Template 16-large. George Edwards (illustrator).
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Published by 1749-1776, 1749
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Seller: Pictura Prints, Art & Books, Overasselt, NetherlandsPictura Prints, Art & Books
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Add to basketCondition: Good. 'Das amerikanische Murmeltier. Marmota, Americanus. Le Monax, ou Marmotte d'Amerique.'Etching / engraving on hand laid (verge) with original hand colouring paper. Watermark: Honig & Zoon. Sheet size: 35 x 26 cm. (13,8 x 10,2 inch). Image size: 26 x 20,5 cm. (10,2 x 8,1 inch).From: "Sammlung verschiedener ausland…ischer und seltener Vogel", Tafel 102, 4.Teil. Completed and edited by Joh. Michael Seligmann (translated from Catesby and Edwards by Georg Leonhard Huth). "The collection was published between 1749 and 1776 in 9 parts and 5 volumes in Nuremberg and thus almost simultaneously with the original editions by Mark Catesby and published by George Edwards. In these, among other things, undiscovered bird species were depicted in their natural environment and Edwards drew after the living animal in order to achieve a natural way of representation. In addition to the birds, there are also some other animals, such as a marmot, described.Made by 'Johann Michael Seligmann' after 'George Edwards'. Johann Michael Seligmann (1720-1762) was a German artist and engraver best known for his ornithological artwork in Sammlung verschiedener auslandischer und seltener Vogel (Collection of various foreign and rare birds) of 1749, which included plates based on the works of Mark Catesby and George Edwards. Seligmann received his initial training in engraving and art at the Nurnberger Malerakademie and some of his earlier works included the depictions of various rocks and minerals. His other works included the Opera Botanica 1754 written Konrad Gesner. George Edwards (3 April 1694 - 23 July 1773) was an English naturalist and ornithologist, known as the "father of British ornithology".Condition: Good, given age. Brownish in the margin, remains of tape glue in the corners, both, not effecting the image. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study scan carefully.Keywords: MARMOTA MONAX-AMERICANUS-MARMOT SPECIESRBOS-Template 16-large. George Edwards (illustrator).
Published by Nuremberg. c.1764, 1764
Seller: Peter Harrington. ABA/ ILAB., London, United KingdomPeter Harrington. ABA/ ILAB.
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Add to basketAn unusual engraving of a tropical Mango fish, together with a cricket and a dragon fly. Originally produced in George Edward's A Natural History of Birds., this is Johann Seligmann's edition of his work. Size: 390 x 240 mm. Copperplate engraving with original colour. Fine condition.
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Published by Amsterdam, 1772
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Seller: Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books, Franklin, TN, U.S.A.Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
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Add to basketCondition: Fine. Johann Seligmann created this wonderful folio work featuring the art of both George Edwards and Mark Catesby. Entitled Verzameling van Utlandsche en Zeldzaame Vogelen. or Sammlung verschiedener auslandischer und seltener Vogel. The rare work features beautiful engravings and original hand coloring. Seligmann re-…engraved the plates of both Edwards and Catesby. The work was published by Jan Christiaan Sepp in Amsterdam between 1772 and 1781.Mark Catesby was a well-known naturalist born in England in 1682. He spent 10 years of his life in the American colonies observing the native species of plants and animals. After returning to England, he dedicated the next 20 years to producing the first English, all-inclusive study of American natural history, Natural History of Carolina, Florida, and Bahama Islands. Catesby was the first to incorporate plant life and birds on the same page. Because Catesby was too poor at the time to hire engravers, he studied under Joseph Goupy, learning to etch plates himself to save money and ensure accuracy. The result is this wonderfully detailed work featuring hundreds of American species, giving the Old World the opportunity to catch a glimpse of the World beyond. Catesby is referred to as 'The Father of American Ornithology' and his Natural History was the first to depict the flora and fauna of the new world.George Edwards was an English draughtsman and proficient ornithologist. He worked as the Librarian tothe Royal College of Physicians which eventually allowed him to pursue publishing his bird studies and drawings. Edward really drove the prominence of bird and animal illustration in his time and thus became known as 'The Father of British Ornithology.' --- The work is in very good to excellent condition overall. 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. --- Paper Size ~ 10 3/4" by 17 1/4". George Edwards (illustrator).
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Published by Amsterdam, 1772
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Seller: Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books, Franklin, TN, U.S.A.Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
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Add to basketCondition: Fine. Johann Seligmann created this wonderful folio work featuring the art of both George Edwards and Mark Catesby. Entitled Verzameling van Utlandsche en Zeldzaame Vogelen. or Sammlung verschiedener auslandischer und seltener Vogel. The rare work features beautiful engravings and original hand coloring. Seligmann re-…engraved the plates of both Edwards and Catesby. The work was published by Jan Christiaan Sepp in Amsterdam between 1772 and 1781.Mark Catesby was a well-known naturalist born in England in 1682. He spent 10 years of his life in the American colonies observing the native species of plants and animals. After returning to England, he dedicated the next 20 years to producing the first English, all-inclusive study of American natural history, Natural History of Carolina, Florida, and Bahama Islands. Catesby was the first to incorporate plant life and birds on the same page. Because Catesby was too poor at the time to hire engravers, he studied under Joseph Goupy, learning to etch plates himself to save money and ensure accuracy. The result is this wonderfully detailed work featuring hundreds of American species, giving the Old World the opportunity to catch a glimpse of the World beyond. Catesby is referred to as 'The Father of American Ornithology' and his Natural History was the first to depict the flora and fauna of the new world.George Edwards was an English draughtsman and proficient ornithologist. He worked as the Librarian tothe Royal College of Physicians which eventually allowed him to pursue publishing his bird studies and drawings. Edward really drove the prominence of bird and animal illustration in his time and thus became known as 'The Father of British Ornithology.' --- The work is in very good to excellent condition overall. 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. --- Paper Size ~ 10 3/4" by 17 1/4". George Edwards (illustrator).
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Published by Amsterdam, 1772
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Seller: Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books, Franklin, TN, U.S.A.Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
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Add to basketCondition: Fine. Johann Seligmann created this wonderful folio work featuring the art of both George Edwards and Mark Catesby. Entitled Verzameling van Utlandsche en Zeldzaame Vogelen. or Sammlung verschiedener auslandischer und seltener Vogel. The rare work features beautiful engravings and original hand coloring. Seligmann re-…engraved the plates of both Edwards and Catesby. The work was published by Jan Christiaan Sepp in Amsterdam between 1772 and 1781.Mark Catesby was a well-known naturalist born in England in 1682. He spent 10 years of his life in the American colonies observing the native species of plants and animals. After returning to England, he dedicated the next 20 years to producing the first English, all-inclusive study of American natural history, Natural History of Carolina, Florida, and Bahama Islands. Catesby was the first to incorporate plant life and birds on the same page. Because Catesby was too poor at the time to hire engravers, he studied under Joseph Goupy, learning to etch plates himself to save money and ensure accuracy. The result is this wonderfully detailed work featuring hundreds of American species, giving the Old World the opportunity to catch a glimpse of the World beyond. Catesby is referred to as 'The Father of American Ornithology' and his Natural History was the first to depict the flora and fauna of the new world.George Edwards was an English draughtsman and proficient ornithologist. He worked as the Librarian tothe Royal College of Physicians which eventually allowed him to pursue publishing his bird studies and drawings. Edward really drove the prominence of bird and animal illustration in his time and thus became known as 'The Father of British Ornithology.' --- The work is in very good to excellent condition overall. 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. --- Paper Size ~ 10 3/4" by 17 1/4". George Edwards (illustrator).
Published by Nuremberg c.1764, 1764
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Add to basketAn very attractive engraving of four assorted Chinese Goldfish. Originally produced in George Edward's A Natural History of Birds., this print is from Johann Seligmann's edition of his work. Size: 390 x 240 mm. Copperplate engraving with original colour. Fine condition.
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Add to basketCondition: Fine. Johann Seligmann created this wonderful folio work featuring the art of both George Edwards and Mark Catesby. Entitled Verzameling van Utlandsche en Zeldzaame Vogelen. or Sammlung verschiedener auslandischer und seltener Vogel. The rare work features beautiful engravings and original hand coloring. Seligmann re-…engraved the plates of both Edwards and Catesby. The work was published by Jan Christiaan Sepp in Amsterdam between 1772 and 1781.Mark Catesby was a well-known naturalist born in England in 1682. He spent 10 years of his life in the American colonies observing the native species of plants and animals. After returning to England, he dedicated the next 20 years to producing the first English, all-inclusive study of American natural history, Natural History of Carolina, Florida, and Bahama Islands. Catesby was the first to incorporate plant life and birds on the same page. Because Catesby was too poor at the time to hire engravers, he studied under Joseph Goupy, learning to etch plates himself to save money and ensure accuracy. The result is this wonderfully detailed work featuring hundreds of American species, giving the Old World the opportunity to catch a glimpse of the World beyond. Catesby is referred to as 'The Father of American Ornithology' and his Natural History was the first to depict the flora and fauna of the new world.George Edwards was an English draughtsman and proficient ornithologist. He worked as the Librarian tothe Royal College of Physicians which eventually allowed him to pursue publishing his bird studies and drawings. Edward really drove the prominence of bird and animal illustration in his time and thus became known as 'The Father of British Ornithology.' --- The work is in very good to excellent condition overall. 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. --- Paper Size ~ 10 3/4" by 17 1/4". George Edwards (illustrator).
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Add to basketCondition: Fine. Johann Seligmann created this wonderful folio work featuring the art of both George Edwards and Mark Catesby. Entitled Verzameling van Utlandsche en Zeldzaame Vogelen. or Sammlung verschiedener auslandischer und seltener Vogel. The rare work features beautiful engravings and original hand coloring. Seligmann re-…engraved the plates of both Edwards and Catesby. The work was published by Jan Christiaan Sepp in Amsterdam between 1772 and 1781.Mark Catesby was a well-known naturalist born in England in 1682. He spent 10 years of his life in the American colonies observing the native species of plants and animals. After returning to England, he dedicated the next 20 years to producing the first English, all-inclusive study of American natural history, Natural History of Carolina, Florida, and Bahama Islands. Catesby was the first to incorporate plant life and birds on the same page. Because Catesby was too poor at the time to hire engravers, he studied under Joseph Goupy, learning to etch plates himself to save money and ensure accuracy. The result is this wonderfully detailed work featuring hundreds of American species, giving the Old World the opportunity to catch a glimpse of the World beyond. Catesby is referred to as 'The Father of American Ornithology' and his Natural History was the first to depict the flora and fauna of the new world.George Edwards was an English draughtsman and proficient ornithologist. He worked as the Librarian tothe Royal College of Physicians which eventually allowed him to pursue publishing his bird studies and drawings. Edward really drove the prominence of bird and animal illustration in his time and thus became known as 'The Father of British Ornithology.' --- The work is in very good to excellent condition overall. 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. --- Paper Size ~ 10 3/4" by 17 1/4". George Edwards (illustrator).
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Add to basketCondition: Fine. Johann Seligmann created this wonderful folio work featuring the art of both George Edwards and Mark Catesby. Entitled Verzameling van Utlandsche en Zeldzaame Vogelen. or Sammlung verschiedener auslandischer und seltener Vogel. The rare work features beautiful engravings and original hand coloring. Seligmann re-…engraved the plates of both Edwards and Catesby. The work was published by Jan Christiaan Sepp in Amsterdam between 1772 and 1781.Mark Catesby was a well-known naturalist born in England in 1682. He spent 10 years of his life in the American colonies observing the native species of plants and animals. After returning to England, he dedicated the next 20 years to producing the first English, all-inclusive study of American natural history, Natural History of Carolina, Florida, and Bahama Islands. Catesby was the first to incorporate plant life and birds on the same page. Because Catesby was too poor at the time to hire engravers, he studied under Joseph Goupy, learning to etch plates himself to save money and ensure accuracy. The result is this wonderfully detailed work featuring hundreds of American species, giving the Old World the opportunity to catch a glimpse of the World beyond. Catesby is referred to as 'The Father of American Ornithology' and his Natural History was the first to depict the flora and fauna of the new world.George Edwards was an English draughtsman and proficient ornithologist. He worked as the Librarian tothe Royal College of Physicians which eventually allowed him to pursue publishing his bird studies and drawings. Edward really drove the prominence of bird and animal illustration in his time and thus became known as 'The Father of British Ornithology.' --- The work is in very good to excellent condition overall. 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. --- Paper Size ~ 10 3/4" by 17 1/4". George Edwards (illustrator).
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Published by Nuremberg, 1750
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Add to basketNo Binding. Condition: Near Fine. copper engraved plate with original hand colouring; overall c39 x 24 cm, plate c27 x 20 cm. some foxing and staining; on verso: blank; o/w exc. cond.- A beautifully engraved and very decorative bird print by George Edwards (1694-1773) , engraved by Johann Sebastian Leitner (1715-1795) and edited… by Johann Michael Seligmann (1720-1762) for A Natural History of Uncommon Birds. , which was considered to be the most comprehensive natural history book of the 18th century with over 400 prints. Each bird is shown perched on branches or rocks in their natural habitat, surrounded by insects and plants.- Each plate shows the name of the bird in German, Latin and French. The first edition was published 1743 - 1751, with editions in French (1768-76) and Dutch (1772-81). see Fine Bird Books, p93.- Edwards was an English draughtsman and etcher who served his apprenticeship in London, and visited the Netherlands, France and Norway. He became the Librarian to the Royal College of Physicians and was later elected a Fellow both of the Royal Society and the Society of Arts. He had a keen interest in observing birds and was one of the most imminent ornithologist of his times.
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Add to basketNo Binding. Condition: Near Fine. copper engraved plate with original hand colouring; overall c39 x 24 cm, plate c27 x 20 cm. some foxing and staining; some stains in top margin; on verso: blank; o/w exc. cond.- A beautifully engraved and very decorative bird print by George Edwards (1694-1773) , engraved by Johann Sebastian Lei…tner (1715-1795) and edited by Johann Michael Seligmann (1720-1762) for A Natural History of Uncommon Birds. , which was considered to be the most comprehensive natural history book of the 18th century with over 400 prints. Each bird is shown perched on branches or rocks in their natural habitat, surrounded by insects and plants.- Each plate shows the name of the bird in German, Latin and French. The first edition was published 1743 - 1751, with editions in French (1768-76) and Dutch (1772-81). see Fine Bird Books, p93.- Edwards was an English draughtsman and etcher who served his apprenticeship in London, and visited the Netherlands, France and Norway. He became the Librarian to the Royal College of Physicians and was later elected a Fellow both of the Royal Society and the Society of Arts. He had a keen interest in observing birds and was one of the most imminent ornithologist of his times.
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Add to basketNo Binding. Condition: Near Fine. copper engraved plate with original hand colouring; overall c39 x 24 cm, plate c27 x 20 cm. some foxing and staining; top edge frayed; small tear in lower margin, not affecting image; on verso: blank; o/w exc. cond. - A beautifully engraved and very decorative bird print by George Edwards (1694-…1773) , engraved by Johann Sebastian Leitner (1715-1795) and edited by Johann Michael Seligmann (1720-1762) for A Natural History of Uncommon Birds. , which was considered to be the most comprehensive natural history book of the 18th century with over 400 prints. Each bird is shown perched on branches or rocks in their natural habitat, surrounded by insects and plants.- Each plate shows the name of the bird in German, Latin and French. The first edition was published 1743 - 1751, with editions in French (1768-76) and Dutch (1772-81). see Fine Bird Books, p93.- Edwards was an English draughtsman and etcher who served his apprenticeship in London, and visited the Netherlands, France and Norway. He became the Librarian to the Royal College of Physicians and was later elected a Fellow both of the Royal Society and the Society of Arts. He had a keen interest in observing birds and was one of the most imminent ornithologist of his times.
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Add to basketNo Binding. Condition: Near Fine. copper engraved plate with original hand colouring; overall c39 x 24 cm, plate c27 x 20 cm. some foxing and staining; on verso: blank; o/w exc. cond.- A beautifully engraved and very decorative bird print by George Edwards (1694-1773) , engraved by Johann Sebastian Leitner (1715-1795) and edited… by Johann Michael Seligmann (1720-1762) for A Natural History of Uncommon Birds. , which was considered to be the most comprehensive natural history book of the 18th century with over 400 prints. Each bird is shown perched on branches or rocks in their natural habitat, surrounded by insects and plants.- Each plate shows the name of the bird in German, Latin and French. The first edition was published 1743 - 1751, with editions in French (1768-76) and Dutch (1772-81). see Fine Bird Books, p93.- Edwards was an English draughtsman and etcher who served his apprenticeship in London, and visited the Netherlands, France and Norway. He became the Librarian to the Royal College of Physicians and was later elected a Fellow both of the Royal Society and the Society of Arts. He had a keen interest in observing birds and was one of the most imminent ornithologist of his times.
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Add to basketNo Binding. Condition: Near Fine. copper engraved plate with original hand colouring; overall c39 x 24 cm, plate c27 x 20 cm. some foxing and staining; on verso: blank; o/w exc. cond.- A beautifully engraved and very decorative bird print by George Edwards (1694-1773) , engraved by Johann Sebastian Leitner (1715-1795) and edited… by Johann Michael Seligmann (1720-1762) for A Natural History of Uncommon Birds. , which was considered to be the most comprehensive natural history book of the 18th century with over 400 prints. Each bird is shown perched on branches or rocks in their natural habitat, surrounded by insects and plants.- Each plate shows the name of the bird in German, Latin and French. The first edition was published 1743 - 1751, with editions in French (1768-76) and Dutch (1772-81). see Fine Bird Books, p93.- Edwards was an English draughtsman and etcher who served his apprenticeship in London, and visited the Netherlands, France and Norway. He became the Librarian to the Royal College of Physicians and was later elected a Fellow both of the Royal Society and the Society of Arts. He had a keen interest in observing birds and was one of the most imminent ornithologist of his times.
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Add to basketNo Binding. Condition: Near Fine. copper engraved plate with original hand colouring; overall c39 x 24 cm, plate c27 x 20 cm. some foxing and staining; on verso: blank; o/w exc. cond.- A beautifully engraved and very decorative bird print by George Edwards (1694-1773) , engraved by Johann Sebastian Leitner (1715-1795) and edited… by Johann Michael Seligmann (1720-1762) for A Natural History of Uncommon Birds. , which was considered to be the most comprehensive natural history book of the 18th century with over 400 prints. Each bird is shown perched on branches or rocks in their natural habitat, surrounded by insects and plants.- Each plate shows the name of the bird in German, Latin and French. The first edition was published 1743 - 1751, with editions in French (1768-76) and Dutch (1772-81). see Fine Bird Books, p93.- Edwards was an English draughtsman and etcher who served his apprenticeship in London, and visited the Netherlands, France and Norway. He became the Librarian to the Royal College of Physicians and was later elected a Fellow both of the Royal Society and the Society of Arts. He had a keen interest in observing birds and was one of the most imminent ornithologist of his times.
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Add to basketNo Binding. Condition: Near Fine. copper engraved plate with original hand colouring; overall c39 x 24 cm, plate c27 x 20 cm. some foxing and staining; on top edge remnants of old framing tape; on verso: blank; o/w exc. cond.- A beautifully engraved and very decorative bird print by George Edwards (1694-1773) , engraved by Johan…n Sebastian Leitner (1715-1795) and edited by Johann Michael Seligmann (1720-1762) for A Natural History of Uncommon Birds. , which was considered to be the most comprehensive natural history book of the 18th century with over 400 prints. Each bird is shown perched on branches or rocks in their natural habitat, surrounded by insects and plants.- Each plate shows the name of the bird in German, Latin and French. The first edition was published 1743 - 1751, with editions in French (1768-76) and Dutch (1772-81). see Fine Bird Books, p93.- Edwards was an English draughtsman and etcher who served his apprenticeship in London, and visited the Netherlands, France and Norway. He became the Librarian to the Royal College of Physicians and was later elected a Fellow both of the Royal Society and the Society of Arts. He had a keen interest in observing birds and was one of the most imminent ornithologist of his times.
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Add to basketNo Binding. Condition: Near Fine. copper engraved plate with original hand colouring; overall c39 x 24 cm, plate c27 x 20 cm. some foxing and staining; on verso: blank; o/w exc. cond.- A beautifully engraved and very decorative bird print by George Edwards (1694-1773) , engraved by Johann Sebastian Leitner (1715-1795) and edited… by Johann Michael Seligmann (1720-1762) for A Natural History of Uncommon Birds. , which was considered to be the most comprehensive natural history book of the 18th century with over 400 prints. Each bird is shown perched on branches or rocks in their natural habitat, surrounded by insects and plants.- Each plate shows the name of the bird in German, Latin and French. The first edition was published 1743 - 1751, with editions in French (1768-76) and Dutch (1772-81). see Fine Bird Books, p93.- Edwards was an English draughtsman and etcher who served his apprenticeship in London, and visited the Netherlands, France and Norway. He became the Librarian to the Royal College of Physicians and was later elected a Fellow both of the Royal Society and the Society of Arts. He had a keen interest in observing birds and was one of the most imminent ornithologist of his times.
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Add to basketNo Binding. Condition: Near Fine. copper engraved plate with original hand colouring; overall c39 x 24 cm, plate c27 x 20 cm. some foxing and staining; small right margin; some faint folds within image; on verso: blank; o/w exc. cond. - A beautifully engraved and very decorative bird print by George Edwards (1694-1773) , engrave…d by Johann Sebastian Leitner (1715-1795) and edited by Johann Michael Seligmann (1720-1762) for A Natural History of Uncommon Birds. , which was considered to be the most comprehensive natural history book of the 18th century with over 400 prints. Each bird is shown perched on branches or rocks in their natural habitat, surrounded by insects and plants.- Each plate shows the name of the bird in German, Latin and French. The first edition was published 1743 - 1751, with editions in French (1768-76) and Dutch (1772-81). see Fine Bird Books, p93.- Edwards was an English draughtsman and etcher who served his apprenticeship in London, and visited the Netherlands, France and Norway. He became the Librarian to the Royal College of Physicians and was later elected a Fellow both of the Royal Society and the Society of Arts. He had a keen interest in observing birds and was one of the most imminent ornithologist of his times.
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Add to basketNo Binding. Condition: Near Fine. copper engraved plate with original hand colouring; overall c39 x 24 cm, plate c27 x 20 cm. some foxing and staining; on verso: blank; o/w exc. cond. - A beautifully engraved and very decorative bird print by George Edwards (1694-1773) , engraved by Johann Sebastian Leitner (1715-1795) and edite…d by Johann Michael Seligmann (1720-1762) for A Natural History of Uncommon Birds. , which was considered to be the most comprehensive natural history book of the 18th century with over 400 prints. Each bird is shown perched on branches or rocks in their natural habitat, surrounded by insects and plants.- Each plate shows the name of the bird in German, Latin and French. The first edition was published 1743 - 1751, with editions in French (1768-76) and Dutch (1772-81). see Fine Bird Books, p93.- Edwards was an English draughtsman and etcher who served his apprenticeship in London, and visited the Netherlands, France and Norway. He became the Librarian to the Royal College of Physicians and was later elected a Fellow both of the Royal Society and the Society of Arts. He had a keen interest in observing birds and was one of the most imminent ornithologist of his times.
