Original antique · The actual sheet photographed · Certificate of authenticity on request · Sold unframed · Worldwide shipping from € 15 (rates)
Date
1867
Sheet size
28.5 × 22 cm (11.2 × 8.7 in)
Condition
Good
Reference
BG-12980-10
What the condition grades mean
Excellent
Bright and clean, with no faults worth mentioning.
Very good
Only light signs of age, such as faint toning.
Good
Normal signs of age for a sheet of this period: toning, some foxing, small marks or neat old repairs.
Fair
Clear faults such as staining, tears or repairs, priced to match.
Every fault we see is written in the condition note, and the whole sheet is shown uncropped in the photos.
Condition
Good condition considering its age, with slight overall toning and minor scattered foxing mainly in the margins. The paper remains strong with no tears or repairs, and the hand coloring is vivid and clear.
This striking antique print depicts a variety of birds of prey including eagles, falcons, owls, and vultures, presented in fine hand-colored engravings. It originates from the Atlas der Natuurlijke Geschiedenis voor scholen en huisgezinnen, adapted into Dutch by T.C. Winkler after Traugott Bromme, and published in Amsterdam by J.C. Loman in 1867. Designed as an educational illustration, this print taught students about raptor species diversity and their distinctive forms and behaviors.
The labeled figures include:
The engraving was created using copper engraving with delicate hand coloring, allowing fine anatomical lines and naturalistic feather patterns. Each raptor is shown perched on rocks or in their natural habitats, highlighting their hunting posture and species-specific features. Such prints were widely used in schools and libraries as essential teaching aids and decorative zoological illustrations before the era of photographic field guides.
Condition summary: Good condition considering its age, with slight overall toning and minor scattered foxing mainly in the margins. The paper remains strong with no tears or repairs, and the hand coloring is vivid and clear.
Framing tips: Frame this bird of prey print in a dark wood, walnut, or black frame with a cream or off-white mount to enhance the detailed engraving and rich feather coloring. For a traditional setting, a gold frame adds antique warmth. UV-protective glass is recommended to preserve colors and prevent further toning. This antique ornithological print will enrich any bird art collection or natural history interior, bringing educational beauty and timeless decorative appeal to your space.
