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Sold on Jun 16, 2009 for: $1,075.50
Prideaux John Selby (1788-1867). Pheasants, M & F - Plate LVII....
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Prideaux John Selby (1788-1867). Pheasants, M & F - Plate LVII.A beautiful hand-colored engraving from the second edition of Selby's Illustrations of British Ornithology (London: 1841-1846). Watermarked "J Whatman, 1846." In excellent condition except for a short tear at the right edge. Mounting tape to reverse. Light penciled notations. 26.25 x 21 inches.
More Information: Prideaux John Selby (1788-1867) was a British gentleman landowner and artist who, as a boy, had studied the habits of birds and collected them as specimens, eventually using them as portrait subjects. The prints which comprise his landmark Illustrations of British Ornithology, originally published in Edinburgh between 1821 and 1833, were the first to depict British birds in actual size. His technique is said to have been partially inspired by Audubon, from whom he received personal art lessons in 1826. Selby is considered one of the great masters of 19th century bird art, and we are proud and honored to be able to offer superb prints by this great artist.
Auction Info
2009 June Grand Format Rare Books Auction #6025 (go to Auction Home page)
Auction Dates
June, 2009
16th-17th
Tuesday-Wednesday
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