1760 Exotic Blackbirds, Martinet (b1725), Brisson, handcolour, ornithology

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. Folds skilfully flattened.