1864 Grey Rhebok & Small Reedbuck Print - Hand-Coloured Antelope Engraving - Vintage Wildlife Art - 6.5×9.5 in

This original hand-coloured lithograph depicts the Grijsbok and Small Rietbok among long grasses. Printed around 1866 for an unidentified Dutch publisher. > The print shows a standing grijsbok at water’s edge, and below, a leaping Small Rietbok rendered with delicate hand-colouring and fine line work. > > Transcription of all writing: > “DE GRIJSBOK.” (upper caption) > “DE KLEINE RIETBOK.” (lower caption) > Pencil inscription “1864” at bottom right verso. > > Produced on paper with a good quality pater. Gilt-edged mount. > > The verso shows tape residue and mounting marks but no additional inscriptions. Visit https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/ForestHillArtsHouse?section_id=53714751 for other exciting Mammals prints. Background This print originates from a mid-19th century Dutch zoological series illustrating African wildlife, part of the era’s growing interest in natural history. > The Grey Rhebok and Small Reedbuck were documented during colonial-era explorations of southern Africa, contributing to European knowledge of antelope diversity. About Your Purchase: - Your purchase is this ORIGINAL antique hand-coloured lithograph print. No modern reprints or reproductions. - Print sold mounted Condition: Good antique condition. No show-through. Returns & Shipping - Returns: No-questions-asked within 14 days provided in same condition as dispatched; buyer pays return shipping. - Packing: All prints are securely packaged in a clear bag with a board-backed envelope, reinforced with recycled cardboard. - Dispatched via Royal Mail Tracked 24/48 (and Royal Mail Tracked International) with: - UK delivery within 1–3 days - US/EU delivery within 5–12 days - Rest-of-world delivery within 7–21 days