Old engraving from 1839 - Pigeons by A. Fries - Vintage plate

"Magnificent authentic engraving aged 186 years, not a mere reproduction: Domestic Pigeons (Pigeons. 1 Large French Pigeon. 2 Capuchin Wood Pigeon. 3 Peacock Pouter.) • Edition: in 1839 • Size: 18 x 28.5 cm • Artist: Adolphe Fries • Hand-coloured at the time with the utmost care on elegant, light cream vintage paper • Condition: very good. See also the photos The artist of the work is A. Fries, an illustrator and painter-engraver of the 19th century, specialising in naturalist plates (animals, plants, etc.) This engraving comes from a natural history dictionary published in 1839, an emblematic work of the great illustrated encyclopaedias of the 19th century. It reflects the high artistic and scientific standards sought by this work, where the accuracy of naturalistic observation is combined with a careful and elegant composition. Authentic and original, it bears witness to the desire to disseminate knowledge through imagery while celebrating the beauty of the natural world. The book is a major reference in illustrated natural history. The illustration features different species of domestic pigeons in a rural landscape with houses in the background. In the foreground, a reddish-brown pigeon perches on a post, while below are a grey pigeon with outstretched wings, a black and white pigeon, and a small reddish pigeon. The scene is completed by a natural environment with stones, vegetation, and birds flying in the sky. • Find all our lithographs and prints in my shop • Send me a message for any questions • Fast delivery and careful packaging for a risk-free reception • For bulk purchases, send me a message for a single shipping fee and to discuss a discount Reference: 28-1-544 Texts inscribed on the engraving: Pigeons 1 Large French Pigeon 2 Capuchin Wood Pigeon 3 Peacock Pouter ----- Decoration, vintage, doves, poultry, farmyard, breeding"