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These hand-colored engravings are various bird illustrations published by Buffon.
They are from the work of Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon, a renowned French naturalist. These bird illustrations are from his monumental work "Histoire Naturelle, Générale et Particulière" (Natural History, General and Particular), which was published in multiple volumes over several decades in the 18th century.
The specific bird prints are from the volumes dedicated to birds ("Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux"). These volumes were published between 1770 and 1783. The precise publication date for each illustration can vary depending on the volume and edition, but the entire series falls within this time frame. Buffon's "Histoire Naturelle" is celebrated for its detailed and scientifically accurate illustrations, which were a significant contribution to ornithology and natural history at the time.
Here are detailed descriptions of the birds depicted in each of the three prints:
**First Print (Pl. 88):**
1. **Le Héron (The Heron)** - A tall bird with a long neck, a sharp beak, and long legs. The plumage is mostly gray with a lighter chest and dark wings. It stands on a grassy patch.
2. **Le Butor (The Bittern)** - A medium-sized bird with a stout body and a thick neck. The plumage is brown with darker streaks, blending well with marshy surroundings. It stands on a small patch of ground.
3. **Le Secretaire (The Secretary Bird)** - A large bird with an eagle-like body and crane-like legs. It has long tail feathers and distinctive crest feathers on its head. The plumage is a mix of gray, black, and white. It stands on a grassy area.
**Second Print (Pl. 105):**
1. **L'Albatros (The Albatross)** - A large seabird with long wings and a stout body. The plumage is white with dark wings. It is depicted floating on water.
2. **Le Cygne (The Swan)** - A graceful bird with a long neck and white plumage. It has an orange beak with a black base and is shown swimming.
3. **Le Pélican (The Pelican)** - A large bird with a long beak and a distinctive throat pouch. The plumage is white with a hint of pink. It stands on a rock near the water.
**Third Print (Pl. 96):**
1. **La Spatule (The Spoonbill)** - A bird with a long, flat, spoon-shaped bill. The plumage is white with a slight pink tinge. It stands on a grassy patch.
2. **La Grue (The Crane)** - A tall bird with long legs and neck, mostly gray plumage with black wing tips. It has a red crown on its head and stands on a grassy area.
3. **L'Aigrette (The Egret)** - A slender bird with white plumage, long neck, and black legs. It has delicate plumes on its back and is shown standing near water.
These illustrations are characteristic of the detailed and accurate depictions typical of Buffon's work in natural history.
These birds are found in various habitats across the world. Here are the typical regions and habitats for each bird:
**First Print (Pl. 88):**
1. **Le Héron (The Heron)** - Herons are widely distributed across the world, found in both freshwater and coastal habitats. They are commonly seen in wetlands, marshes, rivers, and along lakeshores.
2. **Le Butor (The Bittern)** - Bitterns are also found in wetlands and marshes, with a preference for dense reed beds. They have a wide distribution, including parts of Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas.
3. **Le Secretaire (The Secretary Bird)** - Native to Sub-Saharan Africa, Secretary Birds inhabit open grasslands and savannas. They are terrestrial birds often seen stalking through tall grass in search of prey.
**Second Print (Pl. 105):**
1. **L'Albatros (The Albatross)** - Albatrosses are primarily found in the Southern Ocean and North Pacific. They are oceanic birds, rarely coming to land except to breed on remote islands.
2. **Le Cygne (The Swan)** - Swans are found in temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere. They live in freshwater lakes, ponds, rivers, and wetlands. Some species also migrate to coastal estuaries during winter.
3. **Le Pélican (The Pelican)** - Pelicans have a wide distribution and are found in both coastal and inland water bodies. They inhabit regions across the Americas, Europe, Asia, Africa, and Australia, frequenting lakes, rivers, and seashores.
**Third Print (Pl. 96):**
1. **La Spatule (The Spoonbill)** - Spoonbills are found in various parts of the world, including Europe, Asia, Africa, Australia, and the Americas. They inhabit wetlands, marshes, and shallow coastal waters.
2. **La Grue (The Crane)** - Cranes have a broad range and are found on every continent except South America and Antarctica. They prefer wetlands, grasslands, and agricultural fields. Some species are migratory and travel long distances between breeding and wintering grounds.
3. **L'Aigrette (The Egret)** - Egrets are widespread and found in both tropical and temperate regions across the world. They live in wetlands, marshes, shores, and rice paddies. Some species are migratory.
These birds are adapted to their specific environments, which provide the necessary food resources, breeding grounds, and suitable conditions for their survival.
NOTE: The prints are not supplied in a matting board. (can be provided on request)
- Dimensions:Height: 9.85 in (25 cm)Width: 6.7 in (17 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.02 mm)
- Sold As:Set of 3
- Materials and Techniques:Paper,Engraved
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1780
- Condition:Condition: good, given age. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study scan carefully. NOTE: The prints are not supplied in a matting board. (can be provided on request).
- Seller Location:Langweer, NL
- Reference Number:Seller: BG-13493-18-2, BG-13493-18-7, BG-13493-18-61stDibs: LU3054340270622
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