Description
A pair of framed hand colored lithographs by the well known 19th century English ornithological artist John Gould (1804-1881). This offering includes "Casarca Tadornoides" and Querquedula Crecca". Both are set in what appears to be original frames from the Borghese Gallery, perhaps from the 1920's. The frames are painted wood, with brass liners, and glass fronts. These prints have not been examined outside of the frame. They appear to antique, possibly from the 19th century. The frame dimensions are 25" x 18" x 1".
The prints that have not been examined outside of the frame. Both prints as well as both frames show signs of age including darkening of the paper, spots to the paper, loss of tarnish to the brass portions of the frames, and general wear to the wood portions of the frames. There are waves to both prints as seen from the photo(s) taken from a side angle. Both glass fronts are in good condition. Please examine all photographs closely.
Note: Color is best illustrated by the primary photo showing both prints.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Please see comments above.
Origin:
United Kingdom
Materials & Techniques:
Lithograph
Details:
Art Subjects: Animals
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Frame Type: Framed
Country of Origin: United Kingdom
The prints that have not been examined outside of the frame. Both prints as well as both frames show signs of age including darkening of the paper, spots to the paper, loss of tarnish to the brass portions of the frames, and general wear to the wood portions of the frames. There are waves to both prints as seen from the photo(s) taken from a side angle. Both glass fronts are in good condition. Please examine all photographs closely.
Note: Color is best illustrated by the primary photo showing both prints.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Please see comments above.
Origin:
United Kingdom
Materials & Techniques:
Lithograph
Details:
Art Subjects: Animals
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Frame Type: Framed
Country of Origin: United Kingdom
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Please see comments above.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
18 x 24 x 1 in
After John Gould (1804-1881), Pair of Framed Antique Lithographs, Borghese Gallery
Estimate $380-$600
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The Fine Art Collector's Edit
Aug 26, 2026, 4:00 PM EDTNew York, NY, United States
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