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-12980-13
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 for its age, with light overall toning and minor scattered foxing mainly in the margins. The paper is strong with no tears or repairs, and the hand coloring remains vivid and well-preserved.
This striking antique print depicts various game birds and flightless birds, including peacocks, ostriches, cassowaries, pheasants, and turkeys, rendered in detailed 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, it showcases avian diversity from multiple continents for 19th-century students and readers.
The labeled figures include:
The print was produced using copper engraving with meticulous hand coloring, highlighting each bird’s plumage, body structure, and posture. Birds are depicted standing proudly or walking within stylised natural landscapes, combining scientific precision with decorative beauty. These plates were essential teaching aids in schools and libraries, bringing the wonders of zoology into educational environments before photographic field guides existed.
Condition summary: Good condition for its age, with light overall toning and minor scattered foxing mainly in the margins. The paper is strong with no tears or repairs, and the hand coloring remains vivid and well-preserved.
Framing tips: Frame this print in a dark wood, walnut, or black frame with a cream or off-white mount to enhance its detailed coloring and engraving clarity. For traditional interiors, a gold frame adds antique warmth and elegance. UV-protective glass is recommended to preserve the colors and prevent further toning. This antique ornithological print will enrich any bird art collection, dining room, or educational interior with timeless beauty and zoological significance.
