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About the Item
'Crustacea'
Copper-line engraving with original hand-colouring. From Baron Georges Cuvier's (1769-1832) 'Animal Kingdom', published in London in 1837.
210mm by 130mm (sheet)
- Creation Year:1837
- Dimensions:Height: 8.27 in (21 cm)Width: 5.12 in (13 cm)
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- Condition:A couple of faint spots in the image.
- Gallery Location:Melbourne, AU
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU124428808772
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