Natural History antique prints and engravings

Natural History antique prints and engravings

Lot 11062: John Gould - Australian Swift from Birds of Australia 1840-48

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Start price: £75

Estimated price: £150 - £300

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This original lithograph of the Australian Swift (Cypselus Australis) is from John Gould’s monumental work, The Birds of Australia, issued in 36 Parts between 1840 and 1848.This is plate number 11 from volume 2 of this work and was drawn and lithographed by John Gould & HC Richter.

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