Mark Catesby Prints and Multiples
English, 1682-1749
Mark Catesby (24 March 1683 – 23 December 1749) was an English naturalist. Between 1729 and 1747 Catesby published his Natural History of Carolina, Florida and the Bahama Islands, the first published account of the flora and fauna of North America. It included 220 plates of birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish, insects, mammals and plants. Mark Catesby's The Natural History of Carolina, Florida and the Bahama Islands is generally credited as the first published work to provide illustrations and descriptions of North American flora and fauna. From 1722-1726 Catesby, an English naturalist, ranged over South Carolina, Georgia and the Bahamas sketching and collecting specimens of native plants and animals. Little is known of Catesby's early life. He was born in eastern England in 1683. Although Catesby does not appear to have attended university or studied for the Bar, he was sufficiently educated to write clear English and Latin. His interest in and knowledge of plants may have derived from his uncle, who maintained a botanical garden. Catesby also appears to have benefited from an acquaintance with John Ray, a leading English naturalist of the 17th century and the co-author of an early classic study of birds. It is unclear when or how Catesby developed his skills as an artist.
Catesby's first visit to North America occurred in 1712 when he traveled to Williamsburg, Virginia, to live with his sister and her husband, who had settled there. During his seven-year stay, he explored the length of the James River sketching plants and collecting botanical samples. Upon Catesby's return to England in 1719, his work in Virginia drew the attention of several influential members of the Royal Society. And with their financial backing, Catesby returned to North America three years later, arriving in Charleston in May 1722. During his four-year stay, he traveled throughout South Carolina, coastal Georgia and to the Bahamas. The sketches and specimens Catesby gathered during his second North American trip formed the basis for The Natural History of Carolina, Florida and the Bahama Islands. Although most often found as a two-volume set, Catesby's Natural History was published in 11 discrete sections from 1734-1747 and sold by subscription. Although Catesby died in 1749, his work was republished in 1754 and again in 1771. Catesby's work predated the classification system developed by Swedish botanist Carl Linneaus. However, the 1771 edition, featured here, includes a catalog of the Linnean names for the plants and animals Catesby featured in Natural History.(Biography provided by Graves International Art)
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Artist: Mark Catesby
Putorius & Pseudo Phalangium (The Pole-Cat) (Skunk) /// Mark Catesby Animal Art
By Mark Catesby
Located in Saint Augustine, FL
Artist: Mark Catesby (English, 1638-1749)
Title: "Putorius & Pseudo Phalangium (The Pole-Cat) (Skunk)" (Plate/Tab 62)
Portfolio: Natural History of Carolina, Florida & the Bahama Islands
*Monogram signed by Catesby in the plate (printed signature) lower right
Year: 1771-1810 (third edition)
Medium: Original Hand-Colored Etching on cream J. Ruse handmade paper
Limited edition: Unknown
Printer: Unknown
Publisher: Benjamin White, London, UK
Framing: Not framed, but recently matted in 100% cotton linen fabric matting with acid-free foam board backing
Matted size: 18.88" x 22.38"
Sheet size: 13.75" x 21.13"
Platemark size: 10.25" x 13.75"
Condition: UV staining to sheet and mat stain in margins. Some soft handling creases. In otherwise good condition
Very rare
Notes:
Provenance: private collection - Miami, FL. Comes from Catesby's famous two volume portfolio "Natural History of Carolina, Florida & the Bahama Islands" (1771-1810) (third edition), which consists of 220 hand-colored etchings. "J. Ruse 1800" watermark lower right.
Mark Catesby's The Natural History of Carolina, Florida and the Bahama Islands is generally credited as the first published work to provide illustrations and descriptions of North American flora and fauna. From 1722-1726 Catesby, an English naturalist, ranged over South Carolina, Georgia and the Bahamas sketching and collecting specimens of native plants and animals.
Skunks are North and South American mammals in the family Mephitidae. While related to polecats and other members of the weasel family, skunks have as their closest Old World relatives the stink badgers. The animals are known for their ability to spray a liquid with a strong, unpleasant scent.
Biography:
Mark Catesby (24 March 1683 – 23 December 1749) was an English naturalist. Between 1729 and 1747 Catesby published his Natural History of Carolina, Florida and the Bahama Islands, the first published account of the flora and fauna of North America. It included 220 plates of birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish, insects, mammals and plants. Mark Catesby's The Natural History of Carolina, Florida and the Bahama Islands is generally credited as the first published work to provide illustrations and descriptions of North American flora and fauna. From 1722-1726 Catesby, an English naturalist, ranged over South Carolina, Georgia and the Bahamas sketching and collecting specimens of native plants and animals. Little is known of Catesby's early life. He was born in eastern England in 1683. Although Catesby does not appear to have attended university or studied for the Bar, he was sufficiently educated to write clear English and Latin. His interest in and knowledge of plants may have derived from his uncle, who maintained a botanical garden. Catesby also appears to have benefited from an acquaintance with John Ray, a leading English naturalist of the 17th century and the co-author of an early classic study of birds...
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1770s Baroque Mark Catesby Prints and Multiples
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Watercolor, Handmade Paper, Etching, Intaglio
18th Century Catesby Hand-colored Bird & Plant Engraving "The Crested Titmous"
By Mark Catesby
Located in Alamo, CA
A hand-colored copperplate engraving of a bird and plants by Mark Catesby (1683-1749) entitled "The Crested Titmous" from "The Natural History of Carolina, Georgia, Florida and the Bahama Islands", published in 1731. It depicts a small Crested Titmous bird, facing left, perched on the stem of a plant with clusters of mauve colored star-like flowers.
This original Catesby hand-colored engraving, on laid paper with a large central Fleur-de-Lys watermark, is presented in a cream color French mat. The mat measures 20" x 15.5" and the sheet measures 18.75" x 14.75".
Mark Catesby was born in England to a prosperous family, but he traveled to America, first to visit his sister and her husband in 1712. From 1712 to 1719 he explored America observing its birds and plants, taking notes, creating drawings and collecting specimens. He returned to England with this material and created more detailed drawings. His next visit to America 1722-1726 allowed for more detailed research. Upon his return to England he created his monumental and beautiful work "The Natural History of Carolina, Florida, and Bahama Islands", which was published in London in two folio volumes of 11 parts each consisting of 20 plates...
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Mid-18th Century Naturalistic Mark Catesby Prints and Multiples
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Engraving
The Blew Linnet
By Mark Catesby
Located in Florham Park, NJ
MARK CATESBY. (1682(83)-1749).
The Natural History of Carolina, Florida and the Bahama Islands.
Drawn by Mark Catesby and G.D. Ehret.
Etched by MarkCatesby.
London, 1731-43.
160 copi...
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Mid-18th Century Academic Mark Catesby Prints and Multiples
Materials
Etching, Watercolor
Caput Phaenicopteri & Keratophyton (Flamingo Head with Coral)
By Mark Catesby
Located in Florham Park, NJ
MARK CATESBY. (1682(83)-1749).
The Natural History of Carolina, Florida and the Bahama Islands.
Drawn by Mark Catesby and G.D. Ehret.
Etched by MarkCatesby.
Original Hand-Colorin...
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18th Century and Earlier Academic Mark Catesby Prints and Multiples
Materials
Watercolor, Etching
Sciurus (Bushy-tailed Squirrel)
By Mark Catesby
Located in Florham Park, NJ
MARK CATESBY. (1682(83)-1749).
The Natural History of Carolina, Florida and the Bahama Islands.
Drawn by Mark Catesby and G.D. Ehret.
Etched by MarkCatesby.
London, 1731-43.
160...
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18th Century and Earlier Academic Mark Catesby Prints and Multiples
Materials
Etching
Podicipes (Grebe)
By Mark Catesby
Located in Florham Park, NJ
MARK CATESBY. (1682(83)-1749).
The Natural History of Carolina, Florida and the Bahama Islands.
Drawn by Mark Catesby and G.D. Ehret.
Etched by MarkCatesby.
London, 1731-43.
160...
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18th Century and Earlier Academic Mark Catesby Prints and Multiples
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Watercolor, Etching
Cancellus maximus Bahamensis: The Sea Hermit Crab
By Mark Catesby
Located in Florham Park, NJ
MARK CATESBY. (1682(83)-1749).
The Natural History of Carolina, Florida and the Bahama Islands.
Drawn by Mark Catesby and G.D. Ehret.
Etched by MarkCatesby.
London, 1731-43.
160...
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18th Century and Earlier Academic Mark Catesby Prints and Multiples
Materials
Watercolor, Etching
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