John Latham - Austrian Pratincole - Engraving (18th Century)
Austrian Pratincole" presents an eighteenth-century ornithological study depicting a single wading bird perched upon a grassy mound. The hand-colored composition displays the distinctive plumage, slender legs, and curved bill characteristic of the species against an open background. John Latham was an English physician, naturalist, and ornithologist celebrated for authoring comprehensive foundational surveys of world birds. Artist or Maker: John Latham. Dimensions: Approximately 24 cm x 18 cm. Medium: Engraving. Date: 18th Century
Condition
This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.
Austrian Pratincole" presents an eighteenth-century ornithological study depicting a single wading bird perched upon a grassy mound. The hand-colored composition displays the distinctive plumage, slender legs, and curved bill characteristic of the species against an open background. John Latham was an English physician, naturalist, and ornithologist celebrated for authoring comprehensive foundational surveys of world birds. Artist or Maker: John Latham. Dimensions: Approximately 24 cm x 18 cm. Medium: Engraving. Date: 18th Century
Condition
This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.
