Antique Print-XCI-SATURNIIDS-ATLAS-MOTH-Houttuyn-Linnaeus-Philips-1767

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Antique print, titled: 'Plaat XCI, Afbeelding van de Spiegeldraagers.' - 3 species from the Saturniidae family or Saturniids, large species of moths also known as Atlas moths. Etching and engraving on laid paper. Description: This attractive original old antique print / plate originates from: 'Natuurlyke Historie of Uitvoerige Beschryving der Dieren, Planten en Mineraalen. Eerste Deels, Elfde Stuk' by F. Houttuyn and J. van der Burgh, published in Amsterdam 1767. (Translation: Natural history or extensive desription of animals, plants and minerals .) This is essentially a Dutch version of 'Linnaeus Systema Naturae', enlarged, amended and with plates. Eerste deels, elfde stuk.Artists and Engravers: Made by 'J.C. Philips' after an anonymous artist. Jan Caspar Philips (1690 1775), was an engraver from the Northern Netherlands. Condition: Excellent, given age. Original folds, as issued. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study scan carefully. Storage location: C302-08 The overall size is ca. 10.7 x 8.7 inch. The image size is ca. 9.4 x 6.4 inch. The overall size is ca. 27.2 x 22 cm. The image size is ca. 24 x 16.3 cm. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 60497

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