Porcupine by John James Audubon, 1st Edition Octavo, 1842

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Original first edition octavo lithograph from John James Audubon's Quadrupeds of North America, published in 1854, New York. Beautiful Porcupine climbing a tree branch. Quadrupeds was Audubon's final great natural history work. His animal drawings are still considered some of the finest prints published in America.

In excellent condition. Matted. Dimensions: 6 3/4" x 10 1/2"

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Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Excellent condition

Dimensions:
Height: 10.5 in.
Width: 6.75 in.
Depth: 1 in.

Category: Original Prints
Origin: United States
Materials: Lithograph
Creator: Artist: John James Audubon

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Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Excellent condition

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Porcupine by John James Audubon, 1st Edition Octavo, 1842

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