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London:: The College of Physicians,, 1743-51.. second edition. Fine . Pl 203 The Great Spotted Lizard with a Forked Tail. Original hand-colored copperplate engraving. Quarto (9 x 12 inches). Includes text. This print is from a later edition printed on J Whatman Turkey Mills paper watermarked 1836. George Edwards (London 1694-1773) was a Fellow of the Royal Society and Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries in London who rejected his early formal training and potential career in business to pursue his passion in natural history. His dedication and talent as a draftsman and naturalist was evident, thus gaining the attention of Sir Hans Sloane, President of the College of Physicians and the Royal Society. Sir Hans offered Edwards the post of Librarian of the Royal College of Physicians in London, and enlisted him to draw the natural curiosities of Sloane's private museum. This connection became the inspiration for Edward's masterful achievements; A Natural History of Uncommon Birds…
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Pl 203 The Great Spotted Lizard with a Forked Tail: A Natural History of Uncommon Birds, and of Some Other Rare and Undescribed Animals, Quadrupeds, Fishes, Reptiles, Insects, etc.
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Pl 282 The Spur Fish & The Indian Gattorugina: Gleanings of Natural History, Exhibiting Figures of Quadrupeds, Birds, Insects, Plants, etc.
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London:: The Royal College of Physicians,, 1758-1764.. First edition. Fine. Pl 282 The Spur Fish & The Indian Gattorugina. Original hand-colored copperplate engraving. Quarto (9 x 12 inches). Includes text. George Edwards (London 1694-1773) was a Fellow of the Royal Society and Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries in London who rejected his early formal training and potential career in business to pursue his passion in natural history. His dedication and talent as a draftsman and naturalist was evident, thus gaining the attention of Sir Hans Sloane, President of the College of Physicians and the Royal Society. Sir Hans offered Edwards the post of Librarian of the Royal College of Physicians in London, and enlisted him to draw the natural curiosities of Sloane's private museum. This connection became the inspiration for Edward's masterful achievements; A Natural History of Uncommon Birds Published between 1743 and 1751, and the subsequent work; Gleanings of Natural History which…
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Pl. 71 The Brown and Spotted Heathcock: A Natural History of Uncommon Birds, and of Some Other Rare and Undescribed Animals, Quadrupeds, Fishes, Reptiles, Insects, etc.
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London:: The College of Physicians,, 1743-51.. First edition. Fine . Pl. 71 The Brown and Spotted Heathcock. Original hand-colored copperplate engraving. Quarto (11.5 x 9 inches). Includes text. George Edwards (London 1694-1773) was a Fellow of the Royal Society and Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries in London who rejected his early formal training and potential career in business to pursue his passion in natural history. His dedication and talent as a draftsman and naturalist was evident, thus gaining the attention of Sir Hans Sloane, President of the College of Physicians and the Royal Society. Sir Hans offered Edwards the post of Librarian of the Royal College of Physicians in London, and enlisted him to draw the natural curiosities of Sloane's private museum. This connection became the inspiration for Edward's masterful achievements; A Natural History of Uncommon Birds Published between 1743 and 1751, and the subsequent work; Gleanings of Natural History which was produced…
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Pl. 73 The Bustard Cock: A Natural History of Uncommon Birds, and of Some Other Rare and Undescribed Animals, Quadrupeds, Fishes, Reptiles, Insects, etc.
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London:: The College of Physicians,, 1743-51.. First edition. Fine . Pl. 73 The Bustard Cock. Original hand-colored copperplate engraving. Quarto (11.5 x 9 inches). Includes text. George Edwards (London 1694-1773) was a Fellow of the Royal Society and Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries in London who rejected his early formal training and potential career in business to pursue his passion in natural history. His dedication and talent as a draftsman and naturalist was evident, thus gaining the attention of Sir Hans Sloane, President of the College of Physicians and the Royal Society. Sir Hans offered Edwards the post of Librarian of the Royal College of Physicians in London, and enlisted him to draw the natural curiosities of Sloane's private museum. This connection became the inspiration for Edward's masterful achievements; A Natural History of Uncommon Birds Published between 1743 and 1751, and the subsequent work; Gleanings of Natural History which was produced between 1758…
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Pl 207 Double-headed Snake & The Black Butterflies: A Natural History of Uncommon Birds, and of Some Other Rare and Undescribed Animals, Quadrupeds, Fishes, Reptiles, Insects, etc.
by Edwards, George.
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London:: The College of Physicians,, 1743-51.. First edition. Fine . Pl 207 Double-headed Snake & The Black Butterflies. Original hand-colored copperplate engraving. Quarto (9 x 12 inches). Includes text. George Edwards (London 1694-1773) was a Fellow of the Royal Society and Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries in London who rejected his early formal training and potential career in business to pursue his passion in natural history. His dedication and talent as a draftsman and naturalist was evident, thus gaining the attention of Sir Hans Sloane, President of the College of Physicians and the Royal Society. Sir Hans offered Edwards the post of Librarian of the Royal College of Physicians in London, and enlisted him to draw the natural curiosities of Sloane's private museum. This connection became the inspiration for Edward's masterful achievements; A Natural History of Uncommon Birds Published between 1743 and 1751, and the subsequent work; Gleanings of Natural History which…
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Pl 283 Sea Bat & The Pyed Acarauana: Gleanings of Natural History, Exhibiting Figures of Quadrupeds, Birds, Insects, Plants, etc.
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London:: The Royal College of Physicians,, 1758-1764.. First edition. Fine . Pl 283 Sea Bat & The Pyed Acarauana. Original hand-colored copperplate engraving. Quarto (9 x 12 inches). Includes text. George Edwards (London 1694-1773) was a Fellow of the Royal Society and Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries in London who rejected his early formal training and potential career in business to pursue his passion in natural history. His dedication and talent as a draftsman and naturalist was evident, thus gaining the attention of Sir Hans Sloane, President of the College of Physicians and the Royal Society. Sir Hans offered Edwards the post of Librarian of the Royal College of Physicians in London, and enlisted him to draw the natural curiosities of Sloane's private museum. This connection became the inspiration for Edward's masterful achievements; A Natural History of Uncommon Birds Published between 1743 and 1751, and the subsequent work; Gleanings of Natural History which was…
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Pl 208 The Mango-fish & The Great Brown Locust: A Natural History of Uncommon Birds, and of Some Other Rare and Undescribed Animals, Quadrupeds, Fishes, Reptiles, Insects, etc.
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London:: The College of Physicians,, 1743-51.. later printing. Fine . Pl 208 The Mango-fish & The Great Brown Locust. Original hand-colored copperplate engraving. Quarto (9 x 12 inches). Includes text. This print is from a later edition printed on J Whatman Turkey Mills paper watermarked 1836. George Edwards (London 1694-1773) was a Fellow of the Royal Society and Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries in London who rejected his early formal training and potential career in business to pursue his passion in natural history. His dedication and talent as a draftsman and naturalist was evident, thus gaining the attention of Sir Hans Sloane, President of the College of Physicians and the Royal Society. Sir Hans offered Edwards the post of Librarian of the Royal College of Physicians in London, and enlisted him to draw the natural curiosities of Sloane's private museum. This connection became the inspiration for Edward's masterful achievements; A Natural History of Uncommon…
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Pl 206 The Sea-tortoise: A Natural History of Uncommon Birds, and of Some Other Rare and Undescribed Animals, Quadrupeds, Fishes, Reptiles, Insects, etc.
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London:: The College of Physicians,, 1743-51.. First edition. Fine . Pl 206 The Sea-tortoise. Original hand-colored copperplate engraving. Quarto (9 x 12 inches). Includes text. George Edwards (London 1694-1773) was a Fellow of the Royal Society and Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries in London who rejected his early formal training and potential career in business to pursue his passion in natural history. His dedication and talent as a draftsman and naturalist was evident, thus gaining the attention of Sir Hans Sloane, President of the College of Physicians and the Royal Society. Sir Hans offered Edwards the post of Librarian of the Royal College of Physicians in London, and enlisted him to draw the natural curiosities of Sloane's private museum. This connection became the inspiration for Edward's masterful achievements; A Natural History of Uncommon Birds Published between 1743 and 1751, and the subsequent work; Gleanings of Natural History which was produced between 1758 and…
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Pl. 121 The American Nightingale & the Green Sparrow or Green (Ruby-throated) Hummingbird: A Natural History of Uncommon Birds, and of Some Other Rare and Undescribed Animals, Quadrupeds, Fishes, Reptiles, Insects, etc.
by Edwards, George.
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London:: The College of Physicians,, 1743-51.. First edition. Fine . Pl. 121 The American Nightingale & the Green Sparrow or Green (Ruby-throated) Hummingbird. Original hand-colored copperplate engraving. Quarto (11.5 x 9 inches). Includes text. George Edwards (London 1694-1773) was a Fellow of the Royal Society and Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries in London who rejected his early formal training and potential career in business to pursue his passion in natural history. His dedication and talent as a draftsman and naturalist was evident, thus gaining the attention of Sir Hans Sloane, President of the College of Physicians and the Royal Society. Sir Hans offered Edwards the post of Librarian of the Royal College of Physicians in London, and enlisted him to draw the natural curiosities of Sloane's private museum. This connection became the inspiration for Edward's masterful achievements; A Natural History of Uncommon Birds Published between 1743 and 1751, and the subsequent…
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Pl 124. The Greatest Bulfinch-hen: A Natural History of Uncommon Birds, and of Some Other Rare and Undescribed Animals, Quadrupeds, Fishes, Reptiles, Insects, etc.
by Edwards, George.
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London:: The College of Physicians,, 1743-51.. First edition. Fine . Pl 124. The Greatest Bulfinch-hen. Original hand-colored copperplate engraving. Quarto (9 x 12 inches). Includes text. George Edwards (London 1694-1773) was a Fellow of the Royal Society and Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries in London who rejected his early formal training and potential career in business to pursue his passion in natural history. His dedication and talent as a draftsman and naturalist was evident, thus gaining the attention of Sir Hans Sloane, President of the College of Physicians and the Royal Society. Sir Hans offered Edwards the post of Librarian of the Royal College of Physicians in London, and enlisted him to draw the natural curiosities of Sloane's private museum. This connection became the inspiration for Edward's masterful achievements; A Natural History of Uncommon Birds Published between 1743 and 1751, and the subsequent work; Gleanings of Natural History which was produced between…
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Pl 288 The Prickled Dog or Hound-fish, with an insect called the Walking-stick: Gleanings of Natural History, Exhibiting Figures of Quadrupeds, Birds, Insects, Plants, etc.
by Edwards, George.
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London:: The Royal College of Physicians,, 1758-1764.. First edition. Fine . Pl 288 The Prickled Dog or Hound-fish, with an insect called the Walking-stick. Original hand-colored copperplate engraving. Quarto (9 x 12 inches). Includes text. George Edwards (London 1694-1773) was a Fellow of the Royal Society and Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries in London who rejected his early formal training and potential career in business to pursue his passion in natural history. His dedication and talent as a draftsman and naturalist was evident, thus gaining the attention of Sir Hans Sloane, President of the College of Physicians and the Royal Society. Sir Hans offered Edwards the post of Librarian of the Royal College of Physicians in London, and enlisted him to draw the natural curiosities of Sloane's private museum. This connection became the inspiration for Edward's masterful achievements; A Natural History of Uncommon Birds Published between 1743 and 1751, and the subsequent work;…
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Pl. 281 Beaks of Exotic Birds Drawn from Nature: Gleanings of Natural History, Exhibiting Figures of Quadrupeds, Birds, Insects, Plants, etc.
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London:: The Royal College of Physicians,, 1758-1764.. First edition. Fine. A fine original hand-colored copperplate engraving. Quarto (9 x 12 inches). George Edwards (London 1694-1773) was a Fellow of the Royal Society and Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries in London who rejected his early formal training and potential career in business to pursue his passion in natural history. His dedication and talent as a draftsman and naturalist was evident, thus gaining the attention of Sir Hans Sloane, President of the College of Physicians and the Royal Society. Sir Hans offered Edwards the post of Librarian of the Royal College of Physicians in London, and enlisted him to draw the natural curiosities of Sloane's private museum. This connection became the inspiration for Edward's masterful achievements; A Natural History of Uncommon Birds Published between 1743 and 1751, and the subsequent work; Gleanings of Natural History which was produced between 1758 and 1764. These two works illustrated and…
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Pl 188. The Gros-beak or Haw-finch: A Natural History of Uncommon Birds, and of Some Other Rare and Undescribed Animals, Quadrupeds, Fishes, Reptiles, Insects, etc.
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London:: The College of Physicians,, 1743-51.. First edition. Fine . Pl 188. The Gros-beak or Haw-finch. Original hand-colored copperplate engraving. Quarto (9 x 12 inches). Includes text. George Edwards (London 1694-1773) was a Fellow of the Royal Society and Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries in London who rejected his early formal training and potential career in business to pursue his passion in natural history. His dedication and talent as a draftsman and naturalist was evident, thus gaining the attention of Sir Hans Sloane, President of the College of Physicians and the Royal Society. Sir Hans offered Edwards the post of Librarian of the Royal College of Physicians in London, and enlisted him to draw the natural curiosities of Sloane's private museum. This connection became the inspiration for Edward's masterful achievements; A Natural History of Uncommon Birds Published between 1743 and 1751, and the subsequent work; Gleanings of Natural History which was produced…
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Pl 208 The Mango-fish & The Great Brown Locust: A Natural History of Uncommon Birds, and of Some Other Rare and Undescribed Animals, Quadrupeds, Fishes, Reptiles, Insects, etc.
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London:: The College of Physicians,, 1743-51.. First edition. Fine . A fine original hand-colored copperplate engraving. Quarto (9 x 12 inches). Includes text. George Edwards (London 1694-1773) was a Fellow of the Royal Society and Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries in London who rejected his early formal training and potential career in business to pursue his passion in natural history. His dedication and talent as a draftsman and naturalist was evident, thus gaining the attention of Sir Hans Sloane, President of the College of Physicians and the Royal Society. Sir Hans offered Edwards the post of Librarian of the Royal College of Physicians in London, and enlisted him to draw the natural curiosities of Sloane's private museum. This connection became the inspiration for Edward's masterful achievements; A Natural History of Uncommon Birds Published between 1743 and 1751, and the subsequent work; Gleanings of Natural History which was produced between 1758 and 1764. These two works…
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Pl. 13. Beurre D'Amalis. [Pear]: Natural History of New York [Heirloom Fruit]
by Emmons, M.D., Ebenezer.
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New York:: D. Appleton & Co.,, 1851.. First edition. Fine. A Fine original hand-colored engraving. Folio (11.25 x 9 inches). In Ivory rag mat and suitable for framing; sized to14 x 17 inches. Drawn from nature by E. Emmons, Jr., engraved and printed by Gavit & Duthie, a finely colored early depiction of one such variety of the useful and not strictly ornamental fruit being cultivated in national soil during Nineteenth Century America. Single sheet matted in rag board
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Pl. 30 The Maiden's Blush. [Apple]: Natural History of New York [Heirloom Fruit]
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New York:: D. Appleton & Co.,, 1851.. First edition. Fine. A Fine original hand-colored lithograph. Folio (11.25 x 9 inches). In Ivory rag mat and suitable for framing; sized to14 x 17 inches. Drawn from nature by E. Emmons, Jr., engraved and printed by Gavit & Duthie, a finely colored early depiction of one such variety of the useful and not strictly ornamental fruit being cultivated in national soil during Nineteenth Century America. Single sheet matted in rag board
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Pl. 34. Gloria Mundi. [Apple]: Natural History of New York [Heirloom Fruit]
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New York:: D. Appleton & Co.,, 1851.. First edition. Near Fine. A Fine original hand-colored stipple engraving. Folio (11.25 x 9 inches). In Ivory rag mat and suitable for framing; sized to14 x 17 inches. Drawn from nature by E. Emmons, Jr. and engraved and printed by J.I. & R. H. Pease, a finely colored early depiction of one such variety of the useful and not strictly ornamental fruit being cultivated in national soil during Nineteenth Century America. Single sheet matted in rag board
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Pl. 38. The Winter King. [Apple]: Natural History of New York [Heirloom Fruit]
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New York:: D. Appleton & Co.,, 1851.. First edition. Fine. A Fine original hand-colored stipple engraving. Folio (11.25 x 9 inches). In Ivory rag mat and suitable for framing; sized to14 x 17 inches. Drawn from nature by E. Emmons, Jr. and engraved and printed by Gavik & Duthie, a finely colored early depiction of one such variety of the useful and not strictly ornamental fruit being cultivated in national soil during Nineteenth Century America. Single sheet matted in rag board
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Plate IV. Lawrence's Favorite, Pardington, Green Gage [Plums]: Natural History of New York [Heirloom Fruit]
by Emmons, M.D., Ebenezer.
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New York:: D. Appleton & Co.,, 1851.. First edition. Near Fine. A Fine original hand-colored lithograph. Folio (11.25 x 9 inches). In Ivory rag mat and suitable for framing; sized to14 x 17 inches. Drawn from nature by E. Emmons, Jr., drawn on stone by F. Swinton and printed by J.J. Audubon's occasional lithographers; G. & W. Endicott, New York, finely colored depiction of one such variety of the useful and not strictly ornamental fruit being cultivated in national soil during Nineteenth Century America. Single sheet matted in rag board
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Wendell's Mottled Bigarreau [Cherries]: Natural History of New York [Heirloom Fruit]
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New York:: D. Appleton & Co.,, 1851.. First edition. Fine. A Fine original hand-colored lithograph. Folio (11.25 x 9 inches). In Ivory rag mat and suitable for framing; sized to14 x 17 inches. Drawn from nature by E. Emmons, Jr., drawn on stone by F. Swinton and printed by J.J. Audubon's occasional lithographers; G. & W. Endicott, New York, an early depiction of one such variety of the useful and not strictly ornamental fruit being cultivated in national soil during Nineteenth Century America. Single sheet matted in rag board
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