J. C. Sepp, M. Houttuyn & C. Nozeman, Bird Illustration of the Fantail Pigeon, 1829, Print

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Antique print titled 'columba tremula'. The fantail is a popular breed of fancy pigeon. It is characterised by a fan-shaped … Read more Antique print titled 'columba tremula'. The fantail is a popular breed of fancy pigeon. It is characterised by a fan-shaped tail composed of 30 to 40 feathers, abnormally more than most members of the pigeon family, which usually have 12 to 14 feathers. This print originates from 'nederlandsche vogelen; volgens hunne huisdouding, aert, en eigenschappen beschreeven", amsterdam, 1770-1829 by c. Nozeman, m. Houttuyn and j.c. Sepp. This is the most important and first study in the netherlands of ornithology at that time. The birds are depicted as they are in life, said to be depicted close to life-sized and in their environment. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity



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