Sea Lobster by Catesby, 1815

Description

An original etching by Mark Catesby on Whatman paper, 1815. Known as the Sea Hermit Crab from the The Natural History of Carolina, Florida and the Bahama Islands by Catesby. Catesby was an English artist and naturalist who embarked on an expedition to discover the uncharted fauna of the Americas. As a self-taught artist, he adopted a unique approach to depicting the natural world. Dimensions: 22 1/2Êº x 18 1/2".

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Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Excellent - Minor wear consistent with age and history

Dimensions:

Height: 22.5 in.
Width: 18.5 in.
Depth: 0.25 in.

Category: Original Prints
Origin: United Kingdom
Materials: Etching

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Condition

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Excellent - Minor wear consistent with age and history

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Sea Lobster by Catesby, 1815

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