FRANÇOIS-NICOLAS MARTINET

Hand-Coloured Copper Etching

Title: Gear Du Perou

Image Size: 25cm x 19.5cm

Item Size: Height: 51cm, Width: 45cm, Depth: 5cm, Weight: 3Kg

Signature Details: Signed In Plate Lower Margin "Gear Du Perou"

Item Number A/L5003 Visible On Verso; Catalogue Markings "850" And "Cc50 Bird"; Reference Notation "356.-" And "1/80"

Condition: Good - Refer To Images

Provenance: François-Nicolas Martinet (1731–1800) Was A Distinguished French Naturalist, Engineer, And Engraver Renowned For His Ornithological Illustrations. This Work Originates From "Histoire Naturelle Des Oiseaux" (1770–1786), Produced Under The Direction Of The Celebrated Naturalist Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte De Buffon. Martinet'S Meticulous Hand-Coloured Copper Engravings Remain Among The Most Important Ornithological Publications Of The 18Th Century. His Technical Mastery Combined Scientific Accuracy With Artistic Refinement, Establishing Him As A Pivotal Figure In Natural History Illustration.

Condition: Good – The Hand-Coloured Engraving Displays Characteristic Patina Consistent With Age. The Marbled Paper Mount And Gilt Frame Show Appropriate Wear. The Print Retains Strong Colour Saturation And Fine Detail Throughout.

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163148+21

Location of item: 4-10 Keon Parade, Thomastown, VIC, Australia

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