Old engraving from 1838 - Cardinal bird - Hand-colored board of zoology and ornithology

Discover this magnificent rare engraving featuring the cardinal bird ⭐ this plate, more than 180 years old, a document steeped in history, was published in paris in 1838 in a natural history encyclopedia. ⭐ the work, colored at the time by hand with the greatest care, combines the beauty of nature with a scientific quality ⭐ this lithograph measuring 18 X 28.5 cm is highlighted by a paper cream color and an extremely detailed print thanks to the steel etching process. ⭐ this illustration is a superb zoological and botanical piece right down to its colors and details ⭐ it is taken from a work by fe guerin-meneville. ⭐ the engraving is in good condition, note that the left margin has an imperfection (hole) from the original binding and a sort of slight fold in the paper. See also the photos. The back of the illustration is blank. ⭐ beautiful representation of the cardinal bird, with its bright colors. ⭐ I offer many other chromos from the same series, all different and unique, but also other images for interior decoration for nature lovers. ⭐ do not hesitate to contact me for more information or for a group purchase with discounts and advantageous shipping costs [ref. 029.dipihi675] watercolor: septiclor tansy, finch.

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