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This engraving, split into two panels, features three different small bird species. The upper panel depicts two birds perched on a branch, while the lower panel shows a single bird standing on the ground. The intricate linework captures the forms and plumage of the birds with precision, characteristic of natural history illustrations from comprehensive zoological works. This print likely originates from a natural history compilation published by Fredericus de Wit. Frederiсk de Wit﻿ (1630–1706) was a prominent Dutch cartographer and publisher during the Golden Age of Dutch cartography, based in Amsterdam. While primarily renowned for his high-quality atlases, individual maps, and sea charts, his firm also published various illustrated works that compiled geographical and natural knowledge of the period, contributing significantly to the dissemination of scientific and general information. Artist or Maker: Frederiсk de Wit&nbsp;(Publisher) Dimensions: Approximately 26 cm x 20 cm Medium: Engraving Date: Early 18th Century Condition Report:This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.

Frederiсk de Wit (1630–1706) – Three Studies of Birds – Engraving (Early 18th Century)

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This engraving, split into two panels, features three different bird species. The upper panel depicts two birds, one standing and one perched, while the lower panel shows another bird standing, with a faint outline of a fourth bird. The intricate linework captures the forms and plumage of the birds with precision, characteristic of natural history illustrations from comprehensive zoological works. This print originates from a natural history compilation published by Fredericus de Wit. Frederiсk de Wit (1630–1706) was a prominent Dutch cartographer and publisher during the Golden Age of Dutch cartography, based in Amsterdam. While primarily renowned for his high-quality atlases, individual maps, and sea charts, his firm also published various illustrated works that compiled geographical and natural knowledge of the period, contributing significantly to the dissemination of scientific and general information. Artist or Maker: Frederiсk de Wit (Publisher) Dimensions: Approximately 26 cm x 20 cm Medium: Engraving Date: Early 18th Century Condition Report:This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.

Frederiсk de Wit (1630–1706) – Studies of Birds from Natural History Compilation – Engraving (Early 18th Century)

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This detailed copperplate engraving titled “La Chouette” (The Owl) was created by Jacques de Sève, one of the most renowned French illustrators of natural history during the Enlightenment. The image depicts an owl perched among classical ruins under a crescent moon, symbolizing its nocturnal nature and traditional association with wisdom and solitude. The composition combines scientific observation with artistic elegance, a hallmark of De Sève’s work, which often blended fauna with architectural and romanticized settings. The plate was engraved for one of the major French natural history publications of the 18th century, part of the extensive Histoire Naturelle series authored by Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon. De Sève was the principal illustrator of the quadrupeds and birds volumes in that monumental series, and his engravings played a vital role in making Buffon’s work one of the most visually influential natural history texts of its era. Jacques de Sève was an 18th-century French artist best known for his detailed zoological illustrations, particularly for Buffon’s Histoire Naturelle. Working in Paris, he collaborated with the most important scientific writers of the day and helped establish a visual standard for natural history publishing in France. His style is characterized by its elegance, scientific precision, and integration of animals within imaginative yet informative landscapes. Artist or Maker:Jacques de Sève Dimensions:25.5 cm × 20 cm Medium:Copperplate Engraving Date:18th Century Condition Report:This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.

Jacques de Sève – La Chouette – Copperplate Engraving (18th Century)

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This vibrant hand-colored engraving, titled "L'Aigle commun." (The Common Eagle), was designed and engraved by François Nicolas Martinet. This plate originates from Volume 1 of Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon's monumental "Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux" (Natural History of Birds), published in 1770. The print meticulously depicts a single large eagle standing on a rock, showcasing its dark brown plumage, prominent yellow beak, and powerful talons. It exemplifies 18th-century ornithological art, combining scientific accuracy with aesthetic quality to document avian species. François Nicolas Martinet (1731–1800) was a highly prolific French engraver, etcher, and naturalist, best known for his extensive contributions to ornithological illustration. He executed a vast number of plates for Buffon's "Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux," solidifying his reputation as a master of bird portraiture. Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon (1707–1788), was an eminent French naturalist, mathematician, and encyclopedist, whose "Histoire Naturelle" was a groundbreaking attempt to synthesize all known knowledge about the natural world. Artist or Maker: François Nicolas Martinet Dimensions: Approximately 26 cm x 20 cm Medium: Hand-colored Engraving Date: 1770 Condition Report:This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.

François Nicolas Martinet (1731–1800) – L'Aigle commun (The Common Eagle) – Hand-colored Engraving (1770)

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This vibrant hand-colored engraving, titled "Le Grand Aigle ou l'Aigle Royal." (The Great Eagle or the Golden Eagle), was designed and engraved by François Nicolas Martinet. This plate originates from Volume 1 of Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon's monumental "Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux" (Natural History of Birds), published in 1770. The print meticulously depicts a single large eagle standing on a rock, with a branch of oak leaves behind it, showcasing its dark brown plumage, prominent yellow beak, and powerful talons. It exemplifies 18th-century ornithological art, combining scientific accuracy with aesthetic quality to document avian species. François Nicolas Martinet (1731–1800) was a highly prolific French engraver, etcher, and naturalist, best known for his extensive contributions to ornithological illustration. He executed a vast number of plates for Buffon's "Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux," solidifying his reputation as a master of bird portraiture. Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon (1707–1788), was an eminent French naturalist, mathematician, and encyclopedist, whose "Histoire Naturelle" was a groundbreaking attempt to synthesize all known knowledge about the natural world. Artist or Maker: François Nicolas Martinet Dimensions: Approximately 26 cm x 20 cm Medium: Hand-colored Engraving Date: 1770 Condition Report:This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.

François Nicolas Martinet (1731–1800) – Le Grand Aigle ou l'Aigle Royal (The Great Eagle or the Golden Eagle) – Hand-colored Engraving (1770)

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This finely detailed 18th-century engraving depicts the Moyen Duc (Long-eared Owl), rendered with remarkable naturalism. The composition shows the owl perched on a rocky ledge with wings closed and alert expression, surrounded by foliage and architectural ruins. The plate is titled Le Hibou ou Moyen Duc and includes credits to the artist “De Sève del.” and engraver “F. Hubert sculp.” The engraving belongs to the broader tradition of Enlightenment-era natural history illustration, and likely comes from a major ornithological or zoological series, such as Buffon’s Histoire Naturelle. Jacques de Sève was a prominent illustrator of Buffon’s works, known for combining scientific accuracy with atmospheric composition. F. Hubert, a skilled engraver, translated these detailed drawings into crisp copperplate prints. Artist or Maker:Jacques de Sève (artist), F. Hubert (engraver) Dimensions:approx. 32 cm x 23 cm Medium:Engraving Date:18th Century Condition Report:This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.

François-Nicolas Martinet after Jacques de Sève – Le Hibou ou Moyen Duc – Engrav

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This vibrant hand-colored engraving, titled "Perroquet varié, de Cayenne." (Varied Parrot, from Cayenne), was designed and engraved by François Nicolas Martinet. Numbered 208, this plate originates from Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon's monumental "Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux" (Natural History of Birds), specifically from Volume 7, published in 1780. The print meticulously depicts a parrot perched on a branch, showcasing its distinctive dark head, reddish-brown body, and striking blue and red feathers on its wings and tail. It exemplifies 18th-century ornithological art, combining scientific accuracy with aesthetic quality to document avian species. François Nicolas Martinet (1731–1800) was a highly prolific French engraver, etcher, and naturalist, best known for his extensive contributions to ornithological illustration. He executed a vast number of plates for Buffon's "Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux," solidifying his reputation as a master of bird portraiture. Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon (1707–1788), was an eminent French naturalist, mathematician, and encyclopedist, whose "Histoire Naturelle" was a groundbreaking attempt to synthesize all known knowledge about the natural world. Artist or Maker: François Nicolas Martinet Dimensions: Approximately 26 cm x 20 cm Medium: Hand-colored Engraving Date: 1780 Condition Report:This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.

François Nicolas Martinet (1731–1800) – Perroquet varié, de Cayenne (Varied Parrot, from Cayenne) – Hand-colored Engraving (1780)

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This vibrant hand-colored engraving, titled "Perruche, de la Guiane." (Parakeet, from Guiana), was designed and engraved by François Nicolas Martinet. Numbered 427, this plate originates from Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon's monumental "Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux" (Natural History of Birds), specifically from Volume 10, published in 1783. The print meticulously depicts a single green parrot perched on a wooden bar adorned with red berries, showcasing its distinctive plumage, light-colored beak, and white eye-ring. It exemplifies 18th-century ornithological art, combining scientific accuracy with aesthetic quality to document avian species. François Nicolas Martinet (1731–1800) was a highly prolific French engraver, etcher, and naturalist, best known for his extensive contributions to ornithological illustration. He executed a vast number of plates for Buffon's "Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux," solidifying his reputation as a master of bird portraiture. Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon (1707–1788), was an eminent French naturalist, mathematician, and encyclopedist, whose "Histoire Naturelle" was a groundbreaking attempt to synthesize all known knowledge about the natural world. Artist or Maker: François Nicolas Martinet Dimensions: Approximately 26 cm x 20 cm Medium: Hand-colored Engraving Date: 1783 Condition Report:This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.

François Nicolas Martinet (1731–1800) – Perruche, de la Guiane (Parakeet from Guiana) – Hand-colored Engraving (1783)

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This hand-coloured engraving by Joseph Pitton de Tournefort after Claude Aubriet, originates from ”Institutiones rei herbariae. Editio tertia... 3rd ed. (in fact second latin ed.)”. The work was published in Paris, 1719. This work is considered to be one of Tournefort's major botanical works. Linné (Linnaeus) named the plant Tournefortia after him. The present edition is in fact the second Latin edition, the first edition refers to the 'Élémens de botanique'; Hunt 450: "Tournefort's significance lies in the fact of having classified all plants into genera. Hundreds of the generic names coined or accepted by him were later adopted by Linnaeus and are in use today ." Joseph Pitton de Tournefort (1656–1708) was a French botanist and explorer, renowned for his contributions to the field of botany. He is best known for his work "Institutiones rei herbariae," which provided a systematic classification of plants into genera, laying the groundwork for future botanical studies. Tournefort's classification system was influential and was later expanded upon by Carl Linnaeus, who named the genus Tournefortia in his honor. Tournefort traveled extensively, particularly in the Mediterranean region, where he studied various plant species and gathered valuable specimens. His meticulous observations and detailed descriptions helped to advance the understanding of plant taxonomy and botanical nomenclature during the late 17th and early 18th centuries. His work is considered a significant milestone in the history of botany. Artist or Maker:Joseph Pitton de Tournefort Dimensions:18 cm x 23 cm Medium:Engraving Date:1719 Condition Report:This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.

Joseph Pitton de Tournefort - Malus - Pommier - Antique Hand-coloured Engraving - 1719

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This original hand-colored copperplate engraving of the tropical fruit Genipa, marked “Tab. 437”, was printed in 1797 on ribbed paper as part of the botanical series Botanische Drucke. The illustration shows a cross-section and detailed anatomy of the fruit with scientific precision, accompanied by labeled parts for botanical reference. The shading, fine hatching, and subtle coloring reflect the Enlightenment era’s focus on both aesthetic quality and scientific clarity in botanical documentation. Joseph Pitton de Tournefort (1656–1708) was a pioneering French botanist and professor at the Jardin des Plantes in Paris. He was instrumental in formalizing plant taxonomy and is credited with establishing the concept of genus in botanical classification. Tournefort undertook scientific expeditions across Europe and the Near East, producing foundational herbals that influenced generations of naturalists. His contributions to botanical science laid essential groundwork for later taxonomists, including Carl Linnaeus. Artist or Maker:Joseph Pitton de Tournefort Dimensions:18 cm x 23 cm Medium:Hand-Colored Copperplate Engraving Date:1797 Condition Report:This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.

Joseph Pitton de Tournefort – Genipa – Hand-Colored Copperplate Engraving - 1719

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This detailed engraving and etching by John Miller depicts a branch of the breadfruit tree with its fruit. It serves as an illustration for John Hawkesworth’s account of Captain Cook's voyages, published in 1773. The print meticulously renders the large leaves and distinctive texture of the breadfruit, a vital plant discovered and documented during 18th-century Pacific explorations. This botanical illustration combines scientific accuracy with artistic clarity, reflecting the Enlightenment-era emphasis on empirical observation and the visual dissemination of new natural history discoveries. John Miller (1715–1790) was an English engraver and botanical artist, known for his precise and detailed scientific illustrations. He contributed to various important natural history publications, including the works documenting Captain Cook's voyages. John Hawkesworth (1715–1773) was an English writer and editor, commissioned by the British Admiralty to compile and edit the official narrative of Captain Cook's voyages. Captain James Cook (1728–1779) was a celebrated British navigator and explorer whose voyages greatly expanded global geographical and botanical knowledge. Artist or Maker: John Miller Dimensions: Approximately 25 cm x 20 cm Medium: Engraving and Etching Date: 1773 Condition Report:This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.

John Miller (1715–1790) – Breadfruit Tree Branch with Fruit – Engraving and Etching (1773)

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This striking color lithograph by Joan Miró features an abstract figure composed of curvilinear outlines and vibrant patches of red, blue, green, yellow, and black. The composition is dynamic and playful, characterized by a deliberate tension between spontaneity and control. Miró’s graphic language here is both whimsical and symbolic, filled with animated energy, primitive forms, and cosmic overtones. The figure appears to twist and rise within the picture plane, surrounded by a textured background that evokes movement and subconscious expression. The print exemplifies Miró’s mature graphic style, where intuition and color merge into poetic abstraction. Joan Miró (1893–1983) was a Catalan painter, sculptor, and printmaker whose work is celebrated for its playful abstraction, symbolic imagery, and deep connection to poetry. Closely associated with Surrealism, he developed a distinctive visual vocabulary that bridged modernist experimentation and Mediterranean sensibility. In addition to painting, Miró was a prolific printmaker, producing hundreds of etchings and lithographs that brought his imaginative world to a wide audience. His work had a profound influence on postwar abstraction and remains one of the most recognizable styles in 20th-century art. Artist or Maker: Joan Miró Dimensions: approx. 38 cm x 28 cm Medium: Color Lithograph Date: Mid-20th Century Condition Report:This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.

Joan Miró (1893–1983) – Abstract Figure with Geometric Forms – Color Lithograph

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This powerful original lithograph, created by Antoni Tàpies in 1967, features a dynamic abstract composition rendered in bold black and grey-brown gestural marks. These expressive strokes, characteristic of Tàpies’s style, evoke a sense of raw energy and spontaneity, with some areas showing splattering. The composition, primarily concentrated on the right side of the large white sheet, reflects the artist’s deep engagement with materiality and texture, making it a significant example of post-war European abstract art. Antoni Tàpies (1923–2012) was a highly influential Spanish painter, sculptor, and art theorist, widely regarded as one of the most important European abstract artists of the 20th century. A leading figure in the Art Informel movement, Tàpies was known for his innovative use of non-traditional materials such as sand, clay, and marble dust, which he incorporated into his paintings and prints to create textured, tactile surfaces. His work often explored themes of human condition, spirituality, and Catalan identity through a unique visual language. Artist or Maker: Antoni Tàpies Dimensions: Approximately 56 cm x 76 cm Medium: Original Lithograph Date: 1967 Condition Report:This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.

Antoni Tàpies (1923–2012) – Untitled Abstract Composition – Original Lithograph (1967)

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This striking color lithograph, created by Alexander Calder in 1966, features multiple stylized figures outlined in black, with vibrant red accents and expressive drips. The composition includes various forms: figures with hats, a partially nude figure, and one resembling an animal head, all rendered with a bold, almost grotesque, yet playful quality. This print originates from Derrière le Miroir (DLM) No. 156, a renowned art review that often published original lithographs by featured artists. The work showcases Calder's distinctive graphic style, translating his sculptural sensibility into a two-dimensional form. Alexander Calder (1898–1976) was a highly influential American sculptor, best known for inventing the mobile, a type of kinetic sculpture that moves in response to air currents. He also created monumental stationary sculptures called stabiles. Beyond his three-dimensional works, Calder was a prolific graphic artist, producing thousands of prints, including lithographs, etchings, and posters, often characterized by his distinctive linear style and vibrant use of color. His work is a cornerstone of 20th-century modern art. Artist or Maker: Alexander Calder Dimensions: Approximately 38 cm x 56 cm Medium: Color Lithograph Date: 1966 Condition Report:This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.

Alexander Calder (1898–1976) – Untitled Illustration from Derrière le Miroir No. 156 – Color Lithograph (1966)

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"Histoire Naturelle, Générale et Particulière. Nouvelle Édition [...]. Rédigé par C.S. Sonnini.". 127 volumes, octavo size (some occasional defects but generally in good condition). This collection comprises a full set of a new edition of the renowned work by Buffon (1707-1788), edited by the French naturalist C.-N.-S. Sonnini de Manoncourt (1751-1812). The volumes cover a wide range of subjects, including general topics such as the theory of the earth and mineralogy, as well as specific categories like quadrupeds, birds, fish, cetaceans, reptiles (authored by Daudin), mollusks (by Denys-Monfort), crustaceans and insects (by P.A. Latreille), and plants (by C.F. Brisseau-Mirbel). Illustrated with over 1,000 plates and complete with 2 volumes of tables. Referenced in Nissen (ZBI) 682. Artist or Maker:Georges-Louis Leclerc de Buffon Medium:Printed Book with Copperplate Illustrations Date:18th Century Condition Report:This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.

Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon (1707–1788) – Histoire Naturelle, Générale et Particulière (Histoire Naturelle, Générale et Particulière) – Série de livres illustrés