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Pair of Early 19th Century Coloured Reptile Engravings - By William Bird Md Fls
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Pair of Early 19th Century Coloured Reptile Engravings - By William Bird Md Fls

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PAIR OF EARLY 19TH CENTURY HAND COLOURED REPTILE ENGRAVINGS - BY WILLIAM BIRD MD FLS

Forming part of The Museum of Natural History; the Animal Kingdom - Div. III: Reptiles & Fishes Hardcover – 1 Jan. 1803 by J. W. Lowry (Engraver) William Baird, Sir John Richardson 1 Jan 1803

Two exquisite plates from this publication Class III: Reptiles (Reptitlia) By William Baird. General Characters. Order I: Lizzards (Sauria). Order II: Serpents (Ophidia).

Framed in high quality period oak frames under glass

Framed dimensions: 32cm x 25cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
32cm (12.60")
Width
25cm (9.84")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
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The English Interior has dated these Antique Reptile Coloured Engravings to the 19th Century.

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PAIR OF EARLY 19TH CENTURY HAND COLOURED REPTILE ENGRAVINGS - BY WILLIAM BIRD MD FLS

Forming part of The Museum of Natural History; the Animal Kingdom - Div. III: Reptiles & Fishes Hardcover – 1 Jan. 1803 by J. W. Lowry (Engraver) William Baird, Sir John Richardson 1 Jan 1803

fig 1. A pair of early 19th-century hand-coloured zoological engravings depicting various reptiles and snakes, set in dark oak frames.
fig 1. Pair of Early 19th Century Coloured Reptile Engravings - By William Bird Md Fls

Two exquisite plates from this publication Class III: Reptiles (Reptitlia) By William Baird. General Characters. Order I: Lizzards (Sauria). Order II: Serpents (Ophidia).

Framed in high quality period oak frames under glass

Framed dimensions: 32cm x 25cm

Height
32cm (12.60")
Width
25cm (9.84")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Date of Manufacture

The English Interior has dated these Antique Reptile Coloured Engravings to the 19th Century.

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SA1206935
The English Interior
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Archive I A pair of early 19th-century hand-coloured zoological engravings depicting various reptiles and snakes, set in dark oak frames.

Pair of Early 19th Century Coloured Reptile Engravings - By William Bird Md Fls

Archive II A pair of early 19th-century hand-coloured zoological engravings depicting various reptiles and snakes, set in dark oak frames. View II
Archive III A pair of early 19th-century hand-coloured zoological engravings depicting various reptiles and snakes, set in dark oak frames. View III
Archive IV A pair of early 19th-century hand-coloured zoological engravings depicting various reptiles and snakes, set in dark oak frames. View IV
Archive V A pair of early 19th-century hand-coloured zoological engravings depicting various reptiles and snakes, set in dark oak frames. View V
Archive VI A pair of early 19th-century hand-coloured zoological engravings depicting various reptiles and snakes, set in dark oak frames. View VI
Archive VII A pair of early 19th-century hand-coloured zoological engravings depicting various reptiles and snakes, set in dark oak frames. View VII
Archive VIII A pair of early 19th-century hand-coloured zoological engravings depicting various reptiles and snakes, set in dark oak frames. View VIII
Archive IX A pair of early 19th-century hand-coloured zoological engravings depicting various reptiles and snakes, set in dark oak frames. View IX
Archive X A pair of early 19th-century hand-coloured zoological engravings depicting various reptiles and snakes, set in dark oak frames. View X
Archive XI A pair of early 19th-century hand-coloured zoological engravings depicting various reptiles and snakes, set in dark oak frames. View XI
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A pair of early 19th-century hand-coloured zoological engravings depicting various reptiles and snakes, set in dark oak frames.
PAIR OF EARLY 19TH CENTURY COLOURED REPTILE ENGRAVINGS - BY WILLIAM BIRD MD FLS
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A pair of early 19th-century hand-coloured zoological engravings depicting various reptiles and snakes, set in dark oak frames.
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Natural history engravings from the early 19th century are printed scientific illustrations created using engraved copper plates. These works documented species of flora and fauna for academic publications, encyclopaedias, and private anatomical studies.

The line work was printed onto heavy paper stock using a metal printing plate. Artisans then applied watercolour washes by hand to replicate the natural pigments and markings of the depicted species.

Authentic prints usually display an indented impression line around the image caused by the copper plate pressure. They also feature laid or woven rag paper, period hand-colouring with subtle variation, and printed taxonomic descriptions or artist attestations.

These prints work well arranged as a symmetry pair or part of a gallery wall in study rooms, hallways, or living spaces. Pairing dark timber frames with traditional or contemporary neutral backdrops provides visual structure.

Prints should be framed using acid-free mounting materials and UV-protective glass to prevent discolouration. Keep framed paper works away from direct sunlight, radiators, and high-humidity areas.
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