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Mallard Duck Family – Antique Bird Chromolithograph with Ducklings c.1880
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Mallard Duck Family – Antique Bird Chromolithograph with Ducklings c.1880
This charming late 19th-century ornithological chromolithograph depicts a mallard duck family (Anas platyrhynchos), showing two adult birds accompanied by a group of downy ducklings at the water’s edge. The scene is set within a gently landscaped riverside environment, with reeds, grasses, and a pollarded tree framing the composition, reflecting the period’s preference for naturalistic habitat depiction alongside accurate zoological detail.
The mallard, also known as the wild duck or common duck, is one of the most recognizable and widely distributed waterfowl species in Europe. In this print, the adults are shown in calm interaction near shallow water, while the ducklings cluster nearby, their soft plumage and tentative posture rendered with notable sensitivity. The image balances scientific clarity with a narrative, almost pastoral quality that was especially valued in late 19th-century natural history illustration.
Executed as a chromolithograph, the print displays rich yet restrained coloration. Subtle greens and browns dominate the landscape, harmonizing with the patterned plumage of the ducks and the warm tones of the ducklings. The technique allows for smooth color transitions and fine detailing, particularly visible in the feather patterns and reflections in the water. Such prints were often produced for educational atlases and popular natural history books, intended to appeal to both scholars and a broader audience.
This work is ideal for collectors of antique bird prints, waterfowl imagery, or pastoral wildlife scenes. It also suits interior settings ranging from country houses and coastal homes to nurseries, kitchens, or refined contemporary interiors, where its gentle subject matter and balanced palette add warmth and character.
Condition report
Good antique condition. Light foxing and mild age-related toning visible in the margins, consistent with chromolithographs of this period. Image area remains fresh and well-colored. No major tears or losses observed.
Framing tips
Frame with a wide off-white or soft beige mat and a natural wood, walnut, or simple black frame. This enhances the calm landscape tones and gives the print a timeless, museum-style presentation.
Keywords
antique bird print, mallard duck illustration, wild duck, ducklings print, waterfowl art, ornithology chromolithograph, 19th century natural history, European birds, pastoral wildlife art, antique animal print, country house wall art
Technique: Chromolithography
Maker: German school, late 19th century
- Dimensions:Height: 11.42 in (29 cm)Width: 15.75 in (40 cm)Depth: 0.01 in (0.2 mm)
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1880
- Condition:Good antique condition. Light foxing and mild age-related toning visible in the margins, consistent with chromolithographs of this period. Image area remains fresh and well-colored. No major tears or losses observed.
- Seller Location:Langweer, NL
- Reference Number:Seller: BG-12677-441stDibs: LU3054348140302
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