9900 Friedrich Johann Justin Bertuch (1747–1822) - Six Species of Owls - Hand-colored Engraving (Late 18th Century)
This hand-colored engraving depicts six different species of owls perched on various branches. The central figure is a large European Eagle-Owl, surrounded by smaller, distinct species of nocturnal birds of prey. The plate is identified as Vogel V. and was created for Bertuch's famous encyclopedic work, Bilderbuch für Kinder.
Friedrich Johann Justin Bertuch was a German publisher, naturalist, and writer. He is renowned for conceiving and editing the Bilderbuch für Kinder, an illustrated encyclopedia intended to educate children about natural history, science, geography, and culture through highly detailed copperplate engravings.
Artist or Maker: Friedrich Johann Justin Bertuch
Dimensions: 25 cm x 20 cm
Medium: Hand-colored Copperplate Engraving
Date: Late 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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