Original Lithograph of a Perched Predator: The Merlin (Falco Aesalon), 1927

Antique bird print titled 'Astur Gentilis'. Old bird print depicting the goshawk. This print originates from 'Svenska Foglar Efter Naturen Och Pa Stenritade' by Magnus von Wright.

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...

Antique bird print titled 'Buteo Intermedius'. Old bird print depicting a female buzzard. This print originates from 'Svenska Foglar Efter Naturen Och Pa Stenritade' by Magnus von Wr...

Antique bird print titled 'Circus Aeruginosus'. Old bird print depicting the wetern marsh harrier. This print originates from 'Svenska Foglar Efter Naturen Och Pa Stenritade' by Magn...

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...

Montacu's Harrier is a modern artwork realized in 1870 by the British artist Alexander Francis Lydon (1836-1917). Woodcut print on ivory-colored paper. Hand-colored, published by L...

Marsh Harrier is a modern artwork realized in 1870 by the British artist Alexander Francis Lydon (1836-1917) . Woodcut print, hand colored, published by London, Bell & Sons, 18...

Honey Buzzard is a modern artwork realized in 1870 by the British artist Alexander Francis Lydon (1836-1917) . Woodcut print, hand colored, published by London, Bell & Sons, 1870....