1888 Antique Lithographic Book Plate From "The Birds Of North America" Colorful Birds Perched On Fallen Twigs

Plate: XC

Beautifully rendered by renowned wildlife illustrator Jacob Studer, over-sized color Illustration of Golden Crown Sparrow, Lazuli Finch, Carrion Towhee, Gray Crowned Purple Finch, Gray Crowned Finch, California Woodpecker, Yellow Bellied Woodpecker, Least Titmouse, Bullock's Oriole and a Blue Crow resting together on broken branches and fallen twigs. This marvelous lithograph retains its original color and fineness, even after 132+ years! Beautiful!

The skill and passion of the illustrator is quite evident in overall composition, color, and his expert attention to factual anatomical detail.

This is suitable and ready to frame.

Note: This is one of two prints from this particular folio, offered in this auction.

Notes: Overall good antique condition; minor overall yellowing from age. There may be some perimeter marks or water marks; these are well off the image area; please regard all pix with care when choosing your bid amount. Sold as is.

$85 - $125

Most of the items we sell are antique, vintage or used. You should expect signs of wear consistent with age. Please regard all pictures carefully and ask us any questions. Measurements, if provided in our descriptions, are close approximations.

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