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Set of 4 Framed 18th Century Hand-Colored Engravings of Monkeys by G. Buffon

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A set of (4) four very fine hand-colored copper plate engravings on handmade rag of monkeys by Naturalist George Leclerc Compte de Buffon (1749-1761): Malbrouck, Patas a Bandeau Noir, La Mone (Mona Monkey), and Mandrille. Exquisitely framed in taupe-colored, distressed wood shadow-box frames with brown matting. Each measures: 13 1/4" wide x 15" high (with frame).
  • Creator:
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 15 in (38.1 cm)Width: 13.25 in (33.66 cm)Depth: 2 in (5.08 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 4
  • Style:
    Louis XV (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1750-1759
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1750
  • Condition:
    Additions or alterations made to the original: Framed. Wear consistent with age and use. Each of the prints are in very good to excellent condition. The quality of the prints and the framing is exquisite!
  • Seller Location:
    Miami, FL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: FINOOO721stDibs: LU988113263862
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