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Set of Twelve 18th Century Zoological Engravings

$8,006.44per set
£5,760per set
€6,788.86per set
CA$10,884.58per set
A$12,192.12per set
CHF 6,338.55per set
MX$150,548.19per set
NOK 80,748.13per set
SEK 76,334.79per set
DKK 50,662.21per set
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A rare 18th Century set of 12 hand-coloured copperplate engravings of Zoological studies, featuring primates of varying species. Each is colourfully executed with a naive charm and Latin names underneath. Mounted in painted moulded wood frames. After illustrations by Heinrich Altenwanger. Circa 1775. In good condition and still retains good colours.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 14.57 in (37 cm)Width: 12.6 in (32 cm)Depth: 0.79 in (2 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 12
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
    1770-1779
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1775
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Gloucestershire, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: WD03360931stDibs: LU961442723502

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