Antique Print-OSTRICH-MONSTROUS ROOSTER-CRESTED CRANE-Jonston-Merian-1657

Beschreibung

Tab XXI : This plate shows various birds; Struthiocamelus (Ostrich) - Gallus Monstrosus Caudatus (Monstrous Rooster) - Pauo sine Cauda Chinensis (Crested Crane). Copper plate engraving on verge type hand-laid paper with watermark. Description: This rare antique engraving originates from: 'Historiae Naturalis De Avibus Libri VI' by John Johnston, published by Matthias Merian in 1657.Artists and Engravers: John Johnston (or Johnstone, 1603-1675) was a descendant of a Scottish family. Born in Sambter, Poland, he studied extensively at the famous universities of the day, including St. Andrews, Scotland, Cambridge & Leiden. After many years traveling in Europe, he settled in Silesia. Matthaus Merian was a leading German engraver of the day, from a prominent family of engravers and artists, and the father of Maria Merian. Condition: Good. General age related toning and minimal staining and/or soiling. Paper bottom right corner a bit frayed and creased. Storage location: A103-11 The overall size is ca. 8.7 x 14.2 inch. The image size is ca. 7.1 x 11.4 inch. The overall size is ca. 22 x 36 cm. The image size is ca. 18 x 29 cm. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 25527

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