"Falco Subbuteo" Print from Dutch "Nederlandshe Vogelen"

Framed 1970s reproduction Gould's White Tailed Robin lithograph. In print: "Eopsaltria Leucura, Gould"; "J. Gould and H.C. Richter del et lith"; "Walter, Imp". Descriptive sheet en v...

Framed 1970s reproduction Gould's Chestnut-Crowned Pomatorhinus lithograph. In print: "Pomatorhinus Ruficeps, Hartl."; "J. Gould and H.C. Richter del et lith"; "Hallmandel & Walton, ...

Framed 1970s reproduction Gould's Kaup's Flycatcher lithograph. In print: "Arses Kaupi: Gould"; "J. Gould and H.C. Richter del et lith"; "Hallmandel & Walton, Imp". Descriptive sheet...

Late 18th century print "Temple Herastyle Périptère de Pestum", French. No 381, G.G., Gravé à L'eau-forte par Weisbret. Terminé par J. Miamet graveur du Roi. From "Voyage Pittoresque...

Antique print titled 'Falco Peregrinus'. This print depicts the Peregrine Falcon (Dutch: Slechtvalk). The peregrine falcon (Falco peregrinus), also known as the peregrine, and hist...

The antique bird print titled 'Falco Subbuteo' is a historical depiction of the Eurasian hobby falcon. This print is sourced from 'Svenska Foglar Efter Naturen Och Pa Stenritade,' a work by Magnus von Wright. Key Features of the Print: 1. **Ornithological Illustration**: The print is an ornithological illustration, showcasing the Eurasian hobby falcon (Falco subbuteo) in remarkable detail. It likely captures the bird's distinctive features, plumage, and anatomical characteristics. 2. **Scientific Accuracy**: Ornithological prints of this nature were created with a strong emphasis on scientific accuracy. The artist would have aimed to provide a true-to-life representation of the bird species. 3. **Natural History Context**: The print is part of 'Svenska Foglar Efter Naturen Och Pa Stenritade,' indicating its role in documenting and studying the natural history of birds, particularly those found in Sweden. 4. **Magnus von Wright**: Magnus von Wright, along with his brothers, was known for his contributions to ornithology through art. The von Wright brothers...

Title: Antique Hand-Colored Engraving of Sparrow Hawk by Eleazar Albin, circa 1730 Description: This powerful antique hand-colored engraving depicts the Sparrow Hawk, titled Accipit...

This striking hand colored stone lithograph of a "Alpomado Falcon" was created by John Cassin (1813-1869) and is Plate 1 in the "USPRR Exploration and Survey Report", published in Washington, DC in 1859. There is an occasional spot, but the lithograph is otherwise in very good condition. The 12 volume report was authorized and funded by the US government to determine the most practicable and economical route for a railroad from the Mississippi River to the Pacific Ocean. These explorations and subsequent reports represented the greatest collection of knowledge of the topography and natural history of the Western United States created during the nineteenth century. John Cassin was an ornithologist and illustrator. He was named curator of the Philadelphia Academy of Natural Sciences in 1842 and worked with John Bowen...