Indian Rhinoceros – Antique Natural History Chromolithograph, 1894

€ 230

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

Date: 1894
Mapmaker / artist: After P. J. Smit, London, 1894
Technique: Chromolithograph
Sheet size: 17 × 25.5 cm (6.7 × 10.0 in)
Condition: Good
Reference: BG-13341-15

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

Very good antique condition with gentle toning and minor handling marks at the edges.

About this sheet

Indian Rhinoceros – Antique Natural History Chromolithograph, 1894

DESCRIPTION
This chromolithograph shows the Indian rhinoceros in a lush, subtropical setting, emphasizing the animal’s distinctive armored skin and massive form. The rendering combines scientific precision with a quiet sense of presence, typical of the finest plates from The Royal Natural History.

Published in London in 1894 under the editorship of Richard Lydekker, the work aimed to present the animal kingdom in an authoritative yet visually compelling way. The original image is attributed to P. J. Smit.

The muted greens and warm grays make this plate especially appealing for collectors of natural history or interiors inspired by exploration and travel.

Condition report:
Very good antique condition with gentle toning and minor handling marks at the edges.

Framing tips:
Pairs well with a warm walnut frame and cream mat. For a museum feel, choose a darker frame and deep mat window.