Bertuch Insects Wheat Weevil C. 1790s

Description

Friedrich Justin Bertuch
(Germany 1747-1822)

Original handcolored engraving of "The Wheat Weevil" from the volume Harmful Insects of Bilderbuch fÃ¼r Kinder (Picture Book for Children) 1790-1830, published by Friedrich Justin Bertuch. French book text on verso.

sight: 7 by 8 Â¾ inches
frame: 15 Â¼ by 17 Â¼ inches

Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Some paper toning. Matted with museum grade rag mat. Frame has some chipping and general wear.

Dimensions:
Height: 17.25 in.
Width: 15.25 in.
Depth: 0.75 in.

Category: Original Prints
Origin: Germany
Materials: Printmaking Materials

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Condition

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Some paper toning. Matted with museum grade rag mat. Frame has some chipping and general wear.

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Bertuch Insects Wheat Weevil C. 1790s

Lot 0849

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Jun 7, 2026, 7:05 PM EDT

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