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Three Antique Hand Colored Engravings of Birds

About the Item

Three 18th century hand colored engravings of parrot specimens as depicted by Peter Brown, an artist and naturalist, working in London England. Originally published in 1776 in a folio titled "New Illustrations of Zoology.".
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 19.5 in (49.53 cm)Width: 17 in (43.18 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 3
  • Style:
    British Colonial (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1776
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Palm Beach, FL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 57661stDibs: LU860325053152
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