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-12980-14
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 slight overall toning and minor foxing mainly in the margins. The paper is strong with no tears or repairs, and the hand coloring remains vibrant and detailed.
This elegant antique print depicts a variety of wading birds and cranes, including flamingos, storks, ibises, bustards, and curlews, rendered 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. Created for educational purposes, this plate introduced 19th-century students to wetland and open plain bird species from across the globe.
The labeled figures include:
The print was produced using copper engraving with meticulous hand coloring, capturing each bird’s unique posture, plumage patterns, and bill shapes. Birds are shown walking, wading, or feeding within stylised wetland and grassland landscapes, merging scientific precision with visual charm. These plates served as important teaching tools in schools and libraries before photographic field guides existed.
Condition summary: Good condition for its age, with slight overall toning and minor foxing mainly in the margins. The paper is strong with no tears or repairs, and the hand coloring remains vibrant and detailed.
Framing tips: Frame this print in a black, dark wood, or walnut frame with a cream or off-white mount to highlight its refined colors and engraving clarity. For traditional interiors, a gold frame adds warmth and antique elegance. 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 timeless beauty and educational significance to your wall.
