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Vibrant 1805 Handcolored Engraving of Tropical Birds from Bertuch's Bilderbuch

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Title: Vibrant 1805 Handcolored Engraving of Tropical Birds from Bertuch's "Bilderbuch für Kinder" Description: This vibrant handcolored engraving from 1805 features six tropical bird species in stunning detail. The birds include: 1. Palm Crow (Corvus palmarum), known for its dark plumage. 2. Scarlet Tanager (Piranga olivacea), with its striking red body and black wings. 3. Blue-and-Red Tanager (Passerina cyanea), a dazzling blend of blue and red. 4. Northern Cardinal (Cardinalis cardinalis), famous for its bright red color. 5. Rose-breasted Grosbeak (*Pheucticus ludovicianus*), with a rosy chest and contrasting wings. 6. Crested Cardinal (Paroaria coronata), with its unique red crest and black-and-white body. This engraving comes from Friedrich Johann Bertuch's celebrated "Bilderbuch für Kinder" (Picture Book for Children), a 12-volume encyclopedia published between 1790 and 1830 in Weimar, Germany. Bertuch's work, blending scientific accuracy with artistic beauty, aimed to educate young minds about the wonders of nature. A perfect addition for collectors of ornithological art or historical natural history prints, this engraving captures the vibrant beauty of tropical birds while showcasing early 19th-century illustration techniques. Condition: Good condition with minor foxing and slight toning typical for its age. Keywords: Tropical birds, Tanager, Cardinal, Rose-breasted Grosbeak, Bertuch, Bilderbuch für Kinder, 19th-century engraving, ornithological art.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9.06 in (23 cm)Width: 7.49 in (19 cm)Depth: 0.01 in (0.2 mm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Paper,Engraved
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1805
  • Condition:
    Condition: Good condition with some foxing and age-related wear, consistent with its age and due to handling over 200 years, adding to its patina. Original hand-coloured. Study the images carefully.
  • Seller Location:
    Langweer, NL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: BG-14000-71stDibs: LU3054342836982

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