Natural History antique prints and engravings

Natural History antique prints and engravings

Lot 11012: John Gould - Land-rail or Corncrake from Birds of Great Britain 1862-73

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Start price: £75

Estimated price: £150 - £300

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This original lithograph of the Land-rail or Corncrake (Crex pratensis ) is from John Gould’s Birds of Great Britain, issued in 25 parts between 1862 and 1873. This is plate 87 from volume 4 and was drawn and lithographed by John Gould & HC Richter.

Size: 22in x 15in (52cm x 36cm)