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LOT 5047:
Ptarmigan by Beverley Morris 1855
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Ptarmigan by Beverley Morris 1855
An original hand coloured woodblock engraving of the Ptarmigan or Lagopus Vulgaris 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 carefully
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