Old Print of Univalve 'Gastropod' Species; Ear Shells, Limpets, Etc., 1787

€ 160

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

Date: 1787
Sheet size: 36.5 × 22.5 cm (14.4 × 8.9 in)
Condition: Good
Reference: CD-11704

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

Age-related toning. Light soiling, minor wear. Blank verso. Please review the images for further condition details.

About this sheet

Antique print titled 'Univalves'. Old print of various Univalve (Gastropod) species; Ear shells, Limpets, Tooth shells, Nerite etc.

This antique print originates from William Frederic Martyn’s two volume work, 'A New Dictionary of Natural History or, Compleat Universal Display of Animated Nature with Accurate Representations of the Most Curious and Beautiful Animals'. Published in London by Harrison and Co. 1785-1787.

Artists and Engravers: William Frederic Martyn (1758 - 1837) was a Scottish teacher, priest and compiler of educational books, many of which passed through numerous editions.