Antique Frontispiece with the Nest and Eggs of Hummingbirds, 1837

Frontispieces · 19th century

Antique Frontispiece with the Nest and Eggs of Hummingbirds, 1837

€ 85

Original antique · The actual sheet photographed · Certificate of authenticity on request · Sold unframed · Worldwide shipping from € 15 (rates)

Date: 1837
Sheet size: 16 × 10 cm (6.3 × 3.9 in)
Condition: Good
Reference: BG-12866-36

About this sheet

Antique frontispiece of volume 1 of 'Naturgeschichte der Colibris' by W. Jardine. It shows the nest and eggs of hummingbirds. Published 1837.

Artists and Engravers: Published by C.A. Hartleben.

Condition: Good, general age-related toning. Minor wear, blank verso. Please study image carefully.
Date: 1837
Overall size: 10 x 16 cm.

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