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Antique Bird Print of the Female Tufted Duck by Sepp & Nozeman, 1797

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Antique print titled ‘Anas Fuligula, Foemina'. This print depicts a female tufted duck (Dutch: kuifeend). The tufted duck (Aythya fuligula) is a small diving duck with a population of close to one million birds. The scientific name is derived from Ancient Greek aithuia an unidentified seabird mentioned by authors including Hesychius and Aristotle, and Latin, fuligo "soot" and gula "throat". This print originates from 'Nederlandsche Vogelen; volgens hunne huisdouding, aert, en eigenschappen beschreeven", Amsterdam, 1770-1829 by C. Nozeman, M. Houttuyn and J.C. Sepp. This is the most important and first study in the Netherlands of ornithology at that time. The birds are depicted as they are in life, said to be depicted close to life sized and in their environment. Original text page included. Artists and engravers: This monumental work is associated with Christiaan Andreas Sepp, Jan Christiaan Sepp, Jan Sepp, Cornelis Nozeman, Martinus Houttuyn and Coenraad Jacob Temminck. Condition: Very good. General age-related toning and minor spots. Please study image carefully. Date: 1797 Overall size: 53 x 36 cm. Image size: 0.001 x 31.2 x 40.2 cm. We also offer thousands of antique prints covering fields of interest as diverse as architecture, natural history, religion, ethnology and many more. Antique prints have long been appreciated for both their aesthetic and investment value. They were the product of engraved, etched or lithographed plates. These plates were handmade out of wood or metal, which required an incredible level of skill, patience and craftsmanship. Whether you have a house with Victorian furniture or more contemporary decor an old engraving can enhance your living space.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 14.18 in (36 cm)Width: 20.87 in (53 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.01 mm)
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    1797
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  • Seller Location:
    Langweer, NL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: BG-05991-1441stDibs: LU3054325790442
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