BRENT BERNICLE Brent Goose Prideaux John Selby original antique bird print c1827

BRENT BERNICLE

Published Edinburgh and London 1819-34 in "Illustrations of British Ornithology" by Prideaux John Selby.

An original early 19th century hand coloured copper engraving of the Brent Bernicle or Brent Goose, plate No.XLV

Selby's wonderful bird prints rank alongside Audubon and Gould as the finest of ornithology works of their time.

The Brent Bernicle is represented in full natural size and would make a dramatic and striking print for framing and display.

The hand colouring is enhanced in places with gum arabic and remains bright and fresh.

Fine, clean condition, free of repairs or restoration.

Printed on robust heavy grade Whatman paper, watermarked as 1827, blank verso.

Approx. 26" x 20.5" (650mm x 520mm) overall.

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