Framed vintage engraving – The Lion and the Lioness, after Buffon, 23 x 32 cm

Vintage animal engraving depicting a lion and a lioness in a stylised exotic landscape, inspired by Buffon's plates. Titled The Lion – The Lioness, this print faithfully reproduces an illustration published in the Furne edition of Buffon's Complete Works (1856), enriched with texts by Daubenton and Cuvier's classification. This old print, likely dated from the late 19th century or very early 20th century, is printed on smooth, high-quality paper, with careful colouring. The work is signed in the plate Edouard Travies del. (designer) and Beyer sc. (engraver). No text on the reverse. Two old pieces of adhesive tape are visible on the back (not visible once framed). Caption: The Lion – The Lioness Estimated print date: circa 1890–1910 Original source: Complete Works of Buffon, Paris, Furne, 1856 Artists: Edouard Travies (drawing), Beyer (engraving) Technique: steel engraving or photogravure with traditional colouring Paper: smooth paper Sheet dimensions: approx. 25.8 × 16.2 cm Dimensions with frame: 32 × 23 cm Condition: very good; clean surface and no creases, bright colours; impeccable modern framing