Huge collection of antique prints and maps

Huge collection of antique prints and maps

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Lot 5057: Garganey Teal by Beverley Morris 1855

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Start price: £40

Estimated price: £100 - £200

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An original hand coloured woodblock engraving of the Garganey Teal or Anas Querquedula from the first edition of British Game Birds and Wildfowl by Beverley Morris, published by Groombridge & Sons, London 1855.

A fine example of Benjamin Fawcett’s wonderful bird engravings in the original unfolded larger format.

The superb original colouring remains bright and fresh and is perfect for framing.

Approx. 12in x 9.5in (310mm x 240mm) on heavy grade paper with blank verso.

Condition: The print is in excellent condition on thick, high quality paper. Please inspect the image carefullyly