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1838 Aves Antique Pigeon Print - Carunculated, Crowned, Stock-dove, Whiteheaded, Abyssinian, Bald-fronted - 10.5 x 8.25 in
This original hand-coloured print depicts six species of pigeons in the Columbidae family. Published by R. Fellowes in 1838. Artist Charles Bone. Engraved by J.W.Lowry.
> The plate, titled “AVES.”, presents six finely detailed engravings:
> - C. Carunculata. Carunculated Pigeon (top left, perched on grass)
> - C. Coronata. Crowned Pigeon (top right, with prominent plume)
> - C. Cenas. Stock-dove (middle left, on a branch)
> - C. Leucocephala. Whiteheaded Pigeon (middle right, on a branch)
> - V. Wallia. Abyssinian Pigeon (bottom left, on a branch)
> - V. Calva. Bald fronted Pigeon (bottom right, on a branch)
Transcribed Text:
AVES. Order. Gallinae. Genera. Columba. Vinago. Family. Columbidae. PLATE 14.
C. Carunculata. Carunculated Pigeon.
C. Coronata. Crowned Pigeon.
C. Cenas. Stock-dove.
C. Leucocephala. Whiteheaded Pigeon.
V. Wallia. Abyssinian Pigeon.
V. Calva. Bald fronted Pigeon.
Published, Febr. 1833, by R. Fellowes, Ludgate Street.
Charles Bone Delin.t. J.W. Lowry, Sculp.t.
Produced on original wove paper with hand-colouring The reverse is blank, save for the number 29 in pencil.
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Background
Pigeons have fascinated ornithologists since the early 19th century for their striking crests and plumage diversity, as beautifully captured in this antique plate.
About Your Purchase:
- Your purchase is this ORIGINAL antique hand-coloured engraving. No modern reprints or reproductions.
- this print is sold with a mount.
Condition: Very good antique condition with light age toning to margins. No tears or repairs.
Returns & Shipping
- Returns: No-questions-asked within 14 days if returned in original condition; buyer pays return shipping.
- Packing: Secured in a clear bag with a board-backed envelope, reinforced with recycled cardboard.
- Dispatched via Royal Mail Tracked 24/48 (and Tracked International):
- UK: 1–3 days
- US/EU: 5–12 days
- Rest of world: 7–21 days
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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