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1835 Birds Cuvier Animal Kingdom Print - Ornithology Hand-Coloured Print - Shrike, Choucari, Norfolk Island Waker Illustration - 9 x 5.5 in
This original hand-coloured print depicts three bird species—the collared Shrike, the dark winged Choucari, and the Norfolk Island Waker—perched against a neutral background. Sourced from ‘Animal Kingdom’ zoological reference, published in 1835 by G. Henderson.
> The plate shows three finely engraved birds numbered 1–3, each perched on a branch. To the right are detailed outline sketches of various beak shapes labelled 4–7.
Transcriptions:
- Top left: “Animal Kingdom”
- Top right: “Aves Pl 12”
- Publisher line ( centre bottom): “London G.Henderson, 2 Old Bailey”
Printed on good quality paper.
Verso: The reverse shows light age toning and with adhesive tape and minor adhesive residue from previous mounting. Otherwise blank.
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Background
Georges Cuvier’s Animal Kingdom (1820s–1840s) was one of the first comprehensive English works to illustrate exotic species, making natural history accessible to a wider audience.The animal kingdom, arranged according to its organization, serving as a foundation for the natural history of animals : and an introduction to comparative anatomy
Title Variants
Uniform: Règne animal
Cuvier, Georges, baron, 1769-1832
Latreille, P. A. (Pierre André), 1762-1833
McMurtrie, Henry, 1793-1865
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Published material
Publication info
London G. Henderson 1834-1837
About Your Purchase:
- Your purchase is this ORIGINAL antique hand-coloured print. No modern reprints, reproductions, or copies.
- Print sold mounted.
Condition: Fair to good antique condition: the print shows light age-toning and mild discolouration along margins, with minor adhesive residue on the verso; no tears.
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- Packing: All prints are securely packaged in a clear bag with a board-backed envelope, further reinforced with recycled cardboard.
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Product Details
About This Print
This original birds print dates from the 19th Century (1800s). Antique prints like this one offer a window into historical illustration techniques and the knowledge of their time.
Each print from Forest Hill Arts House is carefully inspected for condition and authenticity. We provide detailed provenance information and ship with protective packaging to ensure your print arrives in excellent condition.
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