Morris Birds antique 1863 hand-colored engraving print 197 Oyster-catcher

Description: Original antique ornithology print from The History of British Birds by Reverend Francis Orpen Morris.• Original antique hand-colored engraving• Ornithology, the study of bids, authored by Francis Orpen Morris• Illustrated by Alexander Francis Lydon and printed by B. Fawcett• 1863, frist edition printing• Approximately 7 1/4 by 4 7/8 inches • Arrives in archival sleeve with mat board for archival storage• Paper is medium weight, blank on the back, and has the natural binding edge• This print is in good condition and shows only expected signs of age - like slight darkening around the edges (see photo for actual condition). The colors and paper are stable, and the paper flat.• Only one available• Ships next business day About the ArtistReverend Francis Orpen Morris (25 March 1810 – 10 February 1893) was an Irish clergyman, ornithologist and entomologist. He was a pioneer of the movement to protect birds. He co-founded the Plumage League in 1855, a campaign against the excessive use of birds' feathers and plumage in fashion.Morris authored The History of British Birds, his first best seller, in 1850. The beautifully hand-colored woodcut engravings were illustrated by Alexander Francis Lydon (1836–1917). B. Fawcett printed and funded their works, as well as work by other natural history artists. Groombridge & Sons, of London published this and many more of Morris and Lydon’s works.Other popular works authored by Morris include A Natural History of the Nests and Eggs of British Birds, A History of British Butterflies and A History of British Moths.ConditionEach antique print arrives with archival acid-free 2-ply board and in a poly sleeve suitable for archival storage. Being that this print is over 150 years old, it is in good condition. The colors remain vibrant and stable. The paper is medium weight, strong and not brittle. The reverse side of the print is blank. This print is a full untrimmed page and therefore the binding edge is naturally uneven. Please look at the photos carefully, including cropped detail photos, which will show you more than you can see with your eyes alone. All items are stored in a smoke-free and pet-free home. The DetailsThis listing is for one antique print. The print you see in the first photo is the print you are buying. Any additional photos, of the title sheet for example, are to help you authenticate the edition of the antique print you are buying. Payment & DiscountsPayment is expected via PayPal immediately when choosing Buy-It-Now. When purchasing 4 or more prints, you will save $15. These discounts only apply to orders shipping to the same location and on the same date. Add your items to the cart before buying. Items on sale are also available for the additional “buy 4 get $15 off” discount”. The “buy 4 get $15 off” discount” deal can not be combined with "offers" accepted or made. ShippingYour item will be shipped (within USA) via USPS First Class Mail within 1 business day (Monday - Friday) of payment. Shipping usually takes 2-6 days in the continental United States. All prints are packaged with great care using study materials made of recycled and/or re-used materials. Shipping outside of the USA goes through Ebay International Shipping Program. Please message me with any questions. Thank you for viewing and check back often for new listings. KimSummer WeedsNature-Inspired Artwork

Price: 18.4 USD

Location: Chicago, Illinois

End Time: 2024-12-08T22:27:31.000Z

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