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Red-Legged Partridge Pair – Antique Bird Chromolithograph, Caccabis Rufa c.1880
$284.78
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About the Item
Red-Legged Partridge Pair – Antique Bird Chromolithograph, Caccabis rufa c.1880
This finely colored ornithological print depicts a male and female red-legged partridge (Caccabis rufa), shown in a natural landscape setting with grasses, low vegetation, and an open horizon. The composition presents the cock bird standing alert on slightly higher ground, while the hen is positioned below, creating a balanced and naturalistic scene that reflects late 19th-century approaches to bird illustration.
The red-legged partridge—also known as the French partridge or common red-leg partridge—is native to southern Europe and was widely studied and illustrated during the 19th century, particularly in German and Central European ornithological works. The species is easily recognized by its coral-red bill and legs, boldly patterned flanks, and contrasting facial markings, all of which are rendered here with great care and accuracy.
This print was produced as a chromolithograph, a technique that allowed for rich, layered color and subtle tonal transitions. The soft greens of the landscape, the warm browns and greys of the plumage, and the distinctive red accents combine to create an image that is both scientifically informative and highly decorative. Such plates were intended not only for study but also for display, reflecting the period’s fascination with natural history as both science and art.
Well suited for collectors of antique bird prints, sporting and game bird imagery, or natural history illustration, this work also appeals strongly to interior designers. It fits beautifully into country houses, libraries, studies, or refined contemporary interiors where its calm palette and elegant subject 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 clean and vibrant. No major tears or losses observed.
Framing tips:
Frame with a wide off-white or light oatmeal mat and a simple dark wood, walnut, or black frame. This enhances the color contrast and gives the print a classic, museum-style presentation.
Keywords:
antique bird print, partridge illustration, red-legged partridge, French partridge, game bird art, ornithology print, 19th century natural history, chromolithograph, European birds, country house wall art, antique wildlife print
Technique: Chromolithography
Maker: German school, late 19th century
- Dimensions:Height: 15.75 in (40 cm)Width: 11.42 in (29 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 clean and vibrant. No major tears or losses observed.
- Seller Location:Langweer, NL
- Reference Number:Seller: BG-12677-431stDibs: LU3054348140292
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