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Albertus Seba
Butterflies, Moths and Caterpillars Engraving

1734

About the Item

Seba, Albertus. Locupletissimi rerum naturalium thesauri accurata descriptio, et iconibus artificiossimis expressio, per universam physices historiam. Amsterdam, Wetsten, Smith, Jansson-Waesberg, 1734-65. This plate: Tom. 4. Tab. XLIV Original engraving with later hand-coloring.
  • Creator:
    Albertus Seba
  • Creation Year:
    1734
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 17.5 in (44.45 cm)Width: 22.75 in (57.79 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    edges toned and a bit frayed, a few chips.
  • Gallery Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 1605841stDibs: LU43838792722
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