The Regal Silver Polish Chicken - A Rare 19th Century Poultry Lithograph

The Regal Partridge Italian Chicken A Rare 19th Century Poultry Lithograph This remarkable 19th century chromolithograph features a pair of Partridge Italian chickens, a breed admired for its striking plumage, graceful build, and lively temperament. The print, titled Patrijsveer-Italianen, originates from Geïllustreerd Hoenderboek, an Illustrated Poultry Book published in 1888 by Elsevier. Compiled by Julius Volschau and adapted for Dutch readers by Dr. A. C. Oudemans Jzn., this book provided an extensive guide to poultry breeding, detailing both functional and ornamental breeds highly regarded in the 19th century. Partridge Italian chickens are a visually striking variety, displaying a rich combination of deep golden-brown, black, and chestnut hues. The rooster in this lithograph stands with an imposing posture, exhibiting its glossy black tail feathers and vibrant golden saddle feathers. The hens are equally beautiful, featuring finely patterned feathering on their backs and wings, transitioning into a warm golden-brown on their chests. This variety is not only known for its beauty but also for its excellent egg-laying abilities and hardy nature, making it a favorite among poultry breeders. This lithograph was created using chromolithography, a highly skilled 19th-century printing process that allowed for vibrant, multi-colored illustrations. The artwork is based on an original drawing by Christian Förster, a well-known animal illustrator of the time. Chromolithography involved layering multiple colors, each applied with a separate stone plate, to achieve depth, shading, and fine detail. The precision in rendering the intricate feather textures and the interplay of light and shadow in this lithograph highlights the mastery of this technique. Condition Summary The print remains in very good condition, with its colors still rich and vibrant. Some minor age-related toning and light foxing are visible along the edges, a common characteristic of lithographs from this period. The paper is stable with minimal signs of wear, making it a valuable collectible for antique poultry print...

The Distinguished Spanish Chicken A Rare 19th Century Poultry Lithograph This striking 19th century chromolithograph features a pair of Spanish chickens, a distinguished breed known for its sleek black plumage, prominent white facial patches, and regal bearing. The print, titled Spanjaarden, originates from Geïllustreerd Hoenderboek, an Illustrated Poultry Book published in 1888 by Elsevier. Compiled by Julius Volschau and adapted for Dutch readers by Dr. A. C. Oudemans Jzn., this book provided detailed insights into poultry breeding, selection, and care, reflecting the great interest in specialized breeds during the 19th century. The Spanish chicken, often referred to as the White Faced Black Spanish, is one of the oldest Mediterranean poultry breeds. It is believed to have been developed in Spain before being refined in England during the 18th and 19th centuries. This breed is best recognized for its glossy black feathers, bright red comb, and large white earlobes and facial skin, giving it a striking contrast that made it highly desirable for exhibition purposes. Spanish chickens were prized for their strong egg laying abilities, producing large white eggs...

We present you this black and white lithograph depicting Caroline Vilhelmine Fjelsted (1821-1881), a Danish theatrical dancer. The author is Elias John Cardon. The graphic was ...

A striking French lithograph originally conceived by the 18th century painter Fragonard, reimagined in the 19th century by engraver Mathieu Barathier. Titled “Le Recit” which transla...