Mammals · 17th century
€ 310
One of a kind: this is the sheet in the photographs. Ships from Langweer, the Netherlands.
Antique print of bisons, buffalo; Bisons Magnus - Bison Jubatus - Locobardus Bison.
This print originates from 'Historiae Naturalis De Piscibus Et Cetis Libri V' by John Johnston, published by Matthias Merian in 1657.
Artists and Engravers: John Johnston (or Johnstone, 1603-1675) was a descendant of a Scottish family. Born in Sambter, Poland, he studied extensively at the famous universities of the day, including St. Andrews, Scotland, Cambridge & Leiden. After many years traveling in Europe, he settled in Silesia. Matthaus Merian was a leading German engraver of the day, from a prominent family of engravers and artists, and the father of Maria Merian.
Condition: Good, given age. Some brown spots, small rusty hole in upper image. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study image carefully.
