Sir William Jardine (1800–1874) - Lot of 11 plates "The...

Lot of 11 colored engravings, each on heavy paper (1 per double page). Type: etching, contemporaneous coloring; Condition: excellent impression, good state of preservation with slight traces of foxing and browning. The paper shows a light and natural patina of time, all as in the photo; Support: Heavy paper; Shipping: insured via Bartolini/DPD courier, declare any damages at pickup; Provenance: From a private collection; Sir William Jardine (1800–1874) was a renowned Scottish naturalist, editor and ornithologist, one of the key figures in Victorian-era scientific communication.

Estimate:£3.34

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