Albertus Seba Pair Hand Colored Ornithological Bird Prints
$3,800.00
Exceptional pair of 18th century hand-colored engraving prints by Albertus Seba (Dutch 1665-1736). Each featuring woven paper mounted in gilt wood frames behind museum grade acrylic. The prints feature vibrant color with age appropriate wear, minor toning, fading, and foxing. First plate features cockatoo and parrots. Second plate features flamingo and kingfisher. Site measures 11.5 wide by 18 inches high. From an estate in San Francisco, California.
Dimensions: 20.25"w x 1"d x 26"h
Circa: 18th Century, Netherlands
Materials: Acrylic, Giltwood, Paper
Condition: Good, wear consistent with age and use. Age appropriate wear and fading as seen in photos. Minor foxing, toning and stains as expected. Gilt frame has a distressed patina.





















