Description
A crab crustacean engraving from an antique copy of the Animal Kingdom by Cuvier of London, circa 1840. This is a copper-line engraving with original hand-coloring. From Baron Georges Cuvier's (1769-1832) 'Animal Kingdom', published in London in 1837.
Taken from a book and measuring 8 1/4" x 5 1/4". Ready to be mounted or matted and framed.
Discovered at the renowned Luckett's Fall Market near Leesburg, Virginia.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Taken from a book and in very good antique condition.
Origin:
United Kingdom
Materials & Techniques:
Paper, Printmaking Materials
Details:
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Art Subjects: Animals
Frame Type: Unframed
Country of Origin: United Kingdom
Taken from a book and measuring 8 1/4" x 5 1/4". Ready to be mounted or matted and framed.
Discovered at the renowned Luckett's Fall Market near Leesburg, Virginia.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Taken from a book and in very good antique condition.
Origin:
United Kingdom
Materials & Techniques:
Paper, Printmaking Materials
Details:
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Art Subjects: Animals
Frame Type: Unframed
Country of Origin: United Kingdom
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Taken from a book and in very good antique condition.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
8.25 x 5.25 x 0.1 in
Animal Kingdom by Cuvier of London Crab Crustacean Engraving, 1837
Estimate $150-$340
Starting Bid
$75
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Oct 13, 2026, 4:00 PM EDTNew York, NY, United States
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