PAIR 19th Century George Edwards Copper Plate Bird Etchings Hand Colored from "A Natural History of Uncommon Birds and of some other "Rare and Un-described Animals and Gleanings of Natural History" originally published in 1764 and 1806. Printed in German.

"The Brazilian Saw-billed Roller" a Brazilian Motmot perched on a branch, featuring detailed plumage and a saw-toothed beak. Plate 327. "Black & Blue Titmouse" perched on a flowering branch eyeing an insect. Plate 49.

George Edwards (1694-1773) known as the father of British ornithology and regarded as Britain's foremost naturalist. All the 362 hand-colored etchings were drawn by Edwards.

Both mounted in handsome heavy antique walnut frames.

Dimensions: Frames: 14.5" tall, 12.5" wide, 2.5" deep; Prints 11" tall, 9" long


Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Prints are in excellent antique overall condition.

Sawtooth bird print has a small tear upper left side (see pics), it does not deter from its beauty. Both have some small discoloration spots, consistent with age.

Frames have some scuffs/scratches consistent with age.

Origin:
United Kingdom

Creator:
Artist: George Edwards

Materials & Techniques:
Etching

Details:
Art Subjects: Animals
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Frame Type: Framed
Country of Origin: United Kingdom

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Prints are in excellent antique overall condition.

Sawtooth bird print has a small tear upper left side (see pics), it does not deter from its beauty. Both have some small discoloration spots, consistent with age.

Frames have some scuffs/scratches consistent with age.