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Exotic Botanicals and Rare Butterflies – Hand-Colored Dutch Prints from 1775

$637.98per set
£478.21per set
€540per set
CA$876.48per set
A$978.51per set
CHF 512.72per set
MX$11,977.92per set
NOK 6,511.61per set
SEK 6,139.62per set
DKK 4,110.68per set

About the Item

Very good condition. Original hand coloring remains vivid, particularly in the greens and butterfly markings. Slight age toning and a few natural paper spots consistent with 18th-century works. Plate impressions are crisp, and signatures by Meerburgh are clearly visible.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 16.93 in (43 cm)Width: 10.83 in (27.5 cm)Depth: 0.01 in (0.2 mm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Paper,Engraved
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1775
  • Condition:
    Very good antique condition. Minor age toning, with softening at edges consistent with 18th-century paper. Hand coloring remains vivid and precise. All plate marks and engraver signatures clearly visible. No tears or repairs.
  • Seller Location:
    Langweer, NL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: BG-14095-8, -91stDibs: LU3054345434992

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