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This is a pair of antique animal portraits. A French, framed encyclopaedia engraving, dating to the Georgian period and later, …
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This is a pair of antique animal portraits. A French, framed encyclopaedia engraving, dating to the Georgian period and later, circa 1775.
Fascinating animal studies taken from the Histoire Naturelle, Générale et Particulière
Displaying a desirable aged patina and in good order throughout
Two charming 18th century studies of a Mongoose and Purple-faced Langur respectively
Crafted from original pages, skilfully mounted to present as charming wall decoration
Pictures are individually titled as Mongus and Simia Di Ceylan
Illustrations set within broad card borders and inside tasteful later frames
Dressed to the rear with hanging wire for ease of mounting
This is a delightful pair of antique animal pictures, with appealing 18th century encyclopaedia illustrations, repurposed as charming art pieces. Delivered ready to display.
Dimensions:
Max Width: 53.5cm (21'')
Max Depth: 2cm (.75'')
Max Height: 64cm (25.25'')
Picture Width: 29cm (11.5'')
Picture Height: 38cm (15'')
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- Dimensions
- 21ʺW × 0.75ʺD × 25.25ʺH
- Styles
- Georgian
- Art Subjects
- Animals
- Frame Type
- Framed
- Period
- Late 18th Century
- Country of Origin
- France
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Glass
- Paper
- Condition
- Good Condition, Restored, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Beige
- Condition Notes
- Presented in good, original antique condition. Presented in good, original antique condition. less
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