Description: Description This scarce first edition engraving is from Sir Charles Linnaeus & Ebenezer Sibley's A Genuine and Universal System of Natural-History... or Magazine of Natural History. The work was printed for the propietor in London between 1794 and 1810. Carl Linnaeus was a Swedish botanist, physician and zoologist who formalized the system of binomial nomenclature which is still in practice today. He is considered the Father of Taxonomy. Dimensions ~ 4 7/8" by 8 1/8" Artist or Maker Sir Charles Linnaeus & Ebenezer Sibley Medium Engraving with Period Hand-coloring Date 1794-1810 Condition Report Please zoom in and examine the photo carefully before buying. I try to mention all aspects of the condition. The work is in good condition overall. The paper does have some age related toning slightly darker than the photo indicates. The paper is more of an off white tan in color. There is some occasional offset, smudging, or faint marks to the work. There may be a few minor imperfections to be expected with age. Please review the image carefully for condition and contact us with any questions. Literature A Genuine and Universal System of Natural-History…
Price: 30 USD
Location: Lanexa, Virginia
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Artist: Linnaeus, Bloch
Type: Print
Year of Production: 1794
Theme: Animals
Country/Region of Manufacture: Jamaica
Production Technique: Copper Engraving
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
Culture: Crow
Subject: Fish
Time Period Produced: 1750-1799
