1760 Asian Cuckoos, Martinet (b1725), Brisson, hand colour, ornithology

Siam and Chinese Cuckoos.

Hand coloured engraved plates from Brisson's "Ornithologia," 1760.

The paper is thick creamy chain lined hand woven paper with strong plate marks and watermarks.

Leaf: 25.3 x 31.5 cm.

Fine  original hand colour.

Condition is very good with fold as issued. Light age toning to verso.