12260 Robert Bénard (18th Century) – View of Heron species – Engraving (18th Century)
"Histoire Naturelle, Ornithologie" features four birds identified as types of heron and bittern. This engraving is from a scientific series documenting avian species. It illustrates the birds in a landscape, emphasizing anatomical detail for biological study. The work belongs to an eighteenth-century natural history encyclopedia produced in France.
Robert Bénard was a French engraver who worked extensively in the late eighteenth century. He is best known for his collaboration with Diderot and d'Alembert on the Encyclopédie. His precise technical skills enabled the mass distribution of scientific and artisanal knowledge through visual media. Bénard's work remains a significant reference for the history of scientific illustration.
Artist or Maker: Robert Bénard.
Dimensions: Approximately 29 cm x 22 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.
| Värdering | 200 - 300 SEK |
| Köparprovision (inkl. moms) | 24.4% |
| Slagavgift (inkl. moms) | 6 SEK |
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