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Antique Engravings of an Australian Kangaroo and a Vari of Madagascar, c.1780
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Engraving by Rennoldson (18th Century British School) with nice decorative border.
1) A Remarkable Animal Found on One of the Hope Islands in Capt Cook's First Voyage.
2) The Vari or Maucauco, a native of Madagascar.
Printed by Alex Hogg, London for John Hamilton Moore's New and Complete Collection of Voyages and Travels, c.1780
Copper plate engraving on medium weight, chain-linked cotton rich, paper. It is in good condtion, considering its age. There is a little foxing and age toning, as shown in the scan. Study the image carefully.
- Dimensions:Height: 14.97 in (38 cm)Width: 9.85 in (25 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.02 mm)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Period:1770-1779
- Date of Manufacture:1778
- Condition:
- Seller Location:Langweer, NL
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