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Hand colored Engraving of a Bowhead Whale and other Marine Life

About the Item

Bowhead whale, Balaena mysticetus 1, short-beaked common dolphin, Delphinus delphis 2 and porpoise, Phocoena phocoena 3. Source unknown, to be determined. Most likely published by or after Bertuch, circa 1795.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7.76 in (19.7 cm)Width: 10.01 in (25.4 cm)Depth: 0.02 in (0.5 mm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1795
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. General age-related toning, shows wear and soiling. Few tiny holes, most in margins. Blank verso. Please study image carefully.
  • Seller Location:
    Langweer, NL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: BG-13314-281stDibs: LU3054331842252
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