1807 American Redstart Illustration - Le Moucherolle doré mâle Old Bird Print

Antique bird print titled 'Le Moucherolle à bracelets'. Original antique print of a whiskered fantail. This print originates from 'Histoire naturelle des oiseaux de l'Amérique septen...

This captivating antique bird print, entitled "L'Hirondelle à ventre blanc", is a remarkable representation of the white-bellied Caribbean martin (Progne dominicensis), a species admired for its size and grace among the swallow family. It stands out as a collectible artwork from the historical compendium "Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux de l'Amerique Septentrionale" by the ornithological innovator Louis Jean Pierre Vieillot, published circa 1807. The artistry involved in this print is exemplary of early 19th-century techniques, with the original illustration by J.G. Pretre being skillfully engraved by L. Bouquet. The color printing, executed by Langlois, has been further enhanced by hand-finishing, a testament to the artisanship of the time and a quality highly prized by collectors. A perfect amalgamation of natural history and art, this print captures the white-bellied Caribbean martin in stunning detail, from its glistening feathers to its contemplative gaze. The fine detail and the bird's animated posture provide a lifelike presence, reflecting Vieillot's progressive approach to ornithology — studying birds in their natural habitats, living and breathing, rather than as static museum specimens. As a treasured addition to any antique print collection...

This image is a handcolored antique print, titled 'Le Viréon musicien', representing a vireo bird species. The bird is illustrated perched on a tree branch, portrayed in profile faci...

Motacilla Erithacus – Antique Common Redstart Print by Nozeman & Sepp, 1809 This finely hand-coloured engraving depicts the common redstart (Phoenicurus phoenicurus), known in Dutch...

Great image of a Cole Titmouse Unframed. It gives you the option of perhaps making a set up using your own choice of frames. Lithograph after Alexander Francis Lydon. Origin...

Johann Seligmann Bird Print, Le Pivert Mouchese des Indes, Tab LXXVII, Circa 1770 The Johann Seligmann engravings of Le Pivert Mouchese des IndesTax LXXXVII is mounted in a decoupa...

Great image of a Missel Thrush Unframed. It gives you the option of perhaps making a set up using your own choice of frames. Lithograph after Alexander Francis Lydon. Original col...

Great image of a Stonechat Unframed. It gives you the option of perhaps making a set up using your own choice of frames. Lithograph after Alexander Francis Lydon. Original h...