MANETTI, Saverio. Prints

Antique bird print titled 'Pavone della China maschio - Pavo Sinensis mas'. Beautiful copper engraving of a peacock. This print originates from 'Storia naturale degli Uccelli' by Sav...

Three 18th century hand colored engravings of parrot specimens as depicted by Peter Brown, an artist and naturalist, working in London England. Originally published in 1776 in a foli...

Untitled bird print of parrots. Source unknown, to be determined. Published circa 1860.

1929 Swedish Bird Prints Pair – Natural History Illustration Set, Designer Wall Art DESCRIPTION: A refined and highly decorative pair of original Scandinavian natural history bird prints published in Sweden in 1929, presenting the brambling (Fringilla montifringilla) in both winter and summer plumage. These elegant ornithological plates combine scientific precision with a modernist sense of composition, making them particularly attractive for interior designers and collectors seeking calm, balanced wall compositions. The prints depict the brambling — also known as the mountain finch — a migratory finch species celebrated for its distinctive orange breast and striking wing pattern. The artist presents both seasonal variations, creating a natural visual dialogue between the two plates. Latin nomenclature appears beneath each illustration, reflecting the scientific tradition of early 20th-century European natural history publishing. Executed as original color-printed plates (chromolithographic or high-quality color process printing typical of Scandinavian natural history publications of the period), these works demonstrate the refined printing techniques of the era. The subtle tonal gradations, soft cream paper tone, and precise line work produce an elegant aesthetic that sits comfortably between scientific illustration and decorative art. Unlike later reproductions, these are authentic original prints from the year of publication (1929), not modern reproductions or facsimiles. Their generous margins and minimalist compositions make them particularly suitable for contemporary interiors, gallery walls, or paired framing arrangements where negative space enhances the visual impact. The prints are sold unframed. Any images showing framing or interior styling are for presentation and impression purposes only. --- CONDITION REPORT: Good vintage condition consistent with age. Light overall toning and minor handling marks to margins; occasional small spots typical of paper from the period. Colors remain fresh and clear. No major damage observed. --- TIPS FOR FRAMING: Best presented as a balanced pair with generous ivory or warm off-white matting. A dark walnut or natural oak frame enhances contrast and suits both modern and classic interiors. Float mounting or wide margins emphasize the minimalist Scandinavian aesthetic. --- KEYWORDS: antique bird print, Scandinavian natural history, Swedish ornithology, vintage bird illustration, brambling, mountain finch, Fringilla montifringilla, natural history art, 1920s print, Nordic design, minimalist wall art, designer wall decor, vintage scientific illustration, chromolithograph bird...

Set of 18 hand coloured bird engravings. Antique hand coloured bird engravings by Jacques de Seve, commissioned by George-Louis Leclrec, Comtes de B...

Unframed Collection painted scientific illustrations of various insects from the early 20th century: Each measures approximately: 8" x 6" ...

Antique engraving of a Tucano Mangiapepe, by Saverio Manetti Circa 1776 A fine hand colored engraving of a Tuscan Magpie by the Italian artist Saverio Manetti. Manetti drew his work predominantly from real specimens. The work was one of the largest ornithology undertakings to that point in time. Dimensions: 25 inches high x 22 inches wide x 1 1/4 inches deep. (frame); (63.5cm high x 55.88cm). 18 x 14 in. (sheet) Reference: Wikipedia Manetti was born in Brozzi to Giovanni Bernardo and Maria Teresa Nesiscolt of Prague. His early studies were in Florence and later at Pisa where he studied botany under Pier Antonio Micheli. He graduated in medicine in 1745 and worked in Florence. In 1758 he joined the National Medical College where he studied anatomy under Antonio Cocchi (1695–1758), conducting the autopsy of Cocchi. Manetti was Professor of Botany of the "Società Botanica Fiorentina", a member of the German Academy of Sciences Leopoldina, a Fellow of the Royal Society, learned societies in Göttingen and Montpellier, an Accademico dell'Istituto di Bologna and he maintained scientific contacts with the Swedish botanist Carl Linnaeus and with the main scientific circles of the second half of the 18th century. He was supervisor of the Orto Botanico di Firenze in Florence from 1749 to 1782 succeeding to Giovanni Targioni Tozzetti and Secretary of the Accademia dei Georgofili. With remarkable organizational effort, he secured the publication of Storia naturale degli uccelli, Natural History of the birds, a monumental work in five volumes illustrated with 600 hand-coloured engravings based on watercolor paintings. The book was commissioned by Maria Luisa, Grand duchess of Tuscany and the first volume was dedicated to Grand Duke Pietro Leopoldo. The third volume was dedicated to Ferdinando di Brobone and the fourth to Giorgio Nassau Clavering. The engravings were made by Tuscan abbot and engraver Lorenzo Lorenzi and Violante Vanni who had studied under British engraver Robert Strange...

Antique print titled 'Francolinus Pictus'. Bird print of the painted partridge or southern francolin. This print originates from 'The Game Birds of India, Burmah and Ceylon' publishe...

Here are four framed hand colored humming bird species published in the early 20th century representing the original 19th century work of Scottish naturalist, Sir William Jardine. Presented under glass with marbleized mating...

Antique print titled 'La Tangaroux, de Cayenne.' This print shows a tanager bird. Originates from 'Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux', by Comte de Buffon, published in Paris from 1770...

Antique print titled 'A curious Instrument which shews the Hour of the Day (..)'. Print of a scientific instrument. This print originates from 'The Gentleman's Magazine'. Artists a...

Title: 1852 Hand-Colored Lithograph of Fire Salamanders – A Natural History Illustration Description: This beautifully detailed hand-colored lithograph from 1852 portrays two fire ...