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          • Donovan - 10 Bird Engravings
            Nov. 16, 2024

            Donovan - 10 Bird Engravings

            Est: $500 - $1,500

            This original hand-colored engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work The Naturalist’s Repository of Exotic Natural History… Of Quadrupeds, Birds, Fishes, Insects, Shells, Marine Productions… . The work was published in London between 1822 and 1827 for the author by W. Simpkin and R. Marshall. The engravings are from the first edition, second issue on woven, watermarked paper (not present to each sheet) that is less course than the first issue and has left them in much better condition with age. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, engraving, and hand-coloring. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings that often have the appearance of watercolors. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. Donovan’s engravings are noted for their exceptionally hand-colored images. He drew the images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

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          • Donovan - 3 Beetle or Locust Engravings
            Nov. 16, 2024

            Donovan - 3 Beetle or Locust Engravings

            Est: $500 - $1,500

            This original hand-colored engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work The Naturalist’s Repository of Exotic Natural History… Of Quadrupeds, Birds, Fishes, Insects, Shells, Marine Productions… . The work was published in London between 1822 and 1827 for the author by W. Simpkin and R. Marshall. The engravings are from the first edition, second issue on woven, watermarked paper (not present to each sheet) that is less course than the first issue and has left them in much better condition with age. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, engraving, and hand-coloring. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings that often have the appearance of watercolors. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. Donovan’s engravings are noted for their exceptionally hand-colored images. He drew the images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

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          • Donovan - 9 Butterfly Engravings
            Nov. 16, 2024

            Donovan - 9 Butterfly Engravings

            Est: $500 - $1,500

            This original hand-colored engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work The Naturalist’s Repository of Exotic Natural History… Of Quadrupeds, Birds, Fishes, Insects, Shells, Marine Productions… . The work was published in London between 1822 and 1827 for the author by W. Simpkin and R. Marshall. The engravings are from the first edition, second issue on woven, watermarked paper (not present to each sheet) that is less course than the first issue and has left them in much better condition with age. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, engraving, and hand-coloring. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings that often have the appearance of watercolors. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. Donovan’s engravings are noted for their exceptionally hand-colored images. He drew the images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

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          • Donovan - 11 Shell Engravings
            Nov. 02, 2024

            Donovan - 11 Shell Engravings

            Est: $500 - $1,500

            This original hand-colored engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work The Naturalist’s Repository of Exotic Natural History… Of Quadrupeds, Birds, Fishes, Insects, Shells, Marine Productions… . The work was published in London between 1822 and 1827 for the author by W. Simpkin and R. Marshall. The engravings are from the first edition, second issue on woven, watermarked paper (not present to each sheet) that is less course than the first issue and has left them in much better condition with age. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, engraving, and hand-coloring. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings that often have the appearance of watercolors. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. Donovan’s engravings are noted for their exceptionally hand-colored images. He drew the images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

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          • Donovan - Tortoiseshell Harp Buccinum Shell. 8
            Oct. 19, 2024

            Donovan - Tortoiseshell Harp Buccinum Shell. 8

            Est: $150 - $300

            This original hand-colored engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work The Naturalist’s Repository of Exotic Natural History… Of Quadrupeds, Birds, Fishes, Insects, Shells, Marine Productions… . The work was published in London between 1822 and 1827 for the author by W. Simpkin and R. Marshall. The engravings are from the first edition, second issue on woven, watermarked paper (not present to each sheet) that is less course than the first issue and has left them in much better condition with age. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, engraving, and hand-coloring. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings that often have the appearance of watercolors. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. Donovan’s engravings are noted for their exceptionally hand-colored images. He drew the images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

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          • Donovan - Pink or Roseate Imperial Sun Trochus Shells. 11
            Oct. 19, 2024

            Donovan - Pink or Roseate Imperial Sun Trochus Shells. 11

            Est: $150 - $300

            This original hand-colored engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work The Naturalist’s Repository of Exotic Natural History… Of Quadrupeds, Birds, Fishes, Insects, Shells, Marine Productions… . The work was published in London between 1822 and 1827 for the author by W. Simpkin and R. Marshall. The engravings are from the first edition, second issue on woven, watermarked paper (not present to each sheet) that is less course than the first issue and has left them in much better condition with age. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, engraving, and hand-coloring. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings that often have the appearance of watercolors. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. Donovan’s engravings are noted for their exceptionally hand-colored images. He drew the images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

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          • Donovan - Chain-spotted Brunette Cone Shell. 43
            Oct. 19, 2024

            Donovan - Chain-spotted Brunette Cone Shell. 43

            Est: $150 - $300

            This original hand-colored engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work The Naturalist’s Repository of Exotic Natural History… Of Quadrupeds, Birds, Fishes, Insects, Shells, Marine Productions… . The work was published in London between 1822 and 1827 for the author by W. Simpkin and R. Marshall. The engravings are from the first edition, second issue on woven, watermarked paper (not present to each sheet) that is less course than the first issue and has left them in much better condition with age. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, engraving, and hand-coloring. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings that often have the appearance of watercolors. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. Donovan’s engravings are noted for their exceptionally hand-colored images. He drew the images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

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          • Donovan - Noble Volute Shell. 46
            Oct. 19, 2024

            Donovan - Noble Volute Shell. 46

            Est: $150 - $300

            This original hand-colored engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work The Naturalist’s Repository of Exotic Natural History… Of Quadrupeds, Birds, Fishes, Insects, Shells, Marine Productions… . The work was published in London between 1822 and 1827 for the author by W. Simpkin and R. Marshall. The engravings are from the first edition, second issue on woven, watermarked paper (not present to each sheet) that is less course than the first issue and has left them in much better condition with age. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, engraving, and hand-coloring. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings that often have the appearance of watercolors. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. Donovan’s engravings are noted for their exceptionally hand-colored images. He drew the images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

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          • Donovan - Olive Shell. 4
            Oct. 19, 2024

            Donovan - Olive Shell. 4

            Est: $150 - $300

            This original hand-colored engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work The Naturalist’s Repository of Exotic Natural History… Of Quadrupeds, Birds, Fishes, Insects, Shells, Marine Productions… . The work was published in London between 1822 and 1827 for the author by W. Simpkin and R. Marshall. The engravings are from the first edition, second issue on woven, watermarked paper (not present to each sheet) that is less course than the first issue and has left them in much better condition with age. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, engraving, and hand-coloring. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings that often have the appearance of watercolors. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. Donovan’s engravings are noted for their exceptionally hand-colored images. He drew the images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

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          • Donovan - Orange Cowry Shell. 32
            Oct. 19, 2024

            Donovan - Orange Cowry Shell. 32

            Est: $150 - $300

            This original hand-colored engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work The Naturalist’s Repository of Exotic Natural History… Of Quadrupeds, Birds, Fishes, Insects, Shells, Marine Productions… . The work was published in London between 1822 and 1827 for the author by W. Simpkin and R. Marshall. The engravings are from the first edition, second issue on woven, watermarked paper (not present to each sheet) that is less course than the first issue and has left them in much better condition with age. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, engraving, and hand-coloring. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings that often have the appearance of watercolors. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. Donovan’s engravings are noted for their exceptionally hand-colored images. He drew the images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

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          • Donovan, Edward: The natural history of British birds, Band VII
            Oct. 09, 2024

            Donovan, Edward: The natural history of British birds, Band VII

            Est: €300 - €450

            Donovan, E(dward). The natural history of British birds; or, A selection of the most rare, beautiful, and interesting birds which inhabit this country; the descriptions from the systema naturae of Linnaeus. Bände VII und VIII (von 10). Mit zusammen 45 (statt 46) kolorierten Kupfertafeln, jeweils mit dazugehörigen Erläuterungsblättern. 22,5 x 14 cm. Halbleder d. Z. (berieben, Rücken mit Schabspuren) mit RVergoldung und goldgeprägtem RTitel mit Goldschnitt. London, Rivington, 1816-1817. -- Nissen 257. Zimmer 175 (Anmerkung). Vgl. Anker 34. – Die Bände VII und VIII des ornithologischen Standardwerks, das von 1794 bis 1819 in zehn Bänden erschien. Enthält die nummerierten Tafeln 149-196. "The hand-coloring is delicate and gives the book an artistic, if not scientific, importance" (Zimmer). – Es fehlt Tafel 179 in Band VIII. Gering fleckig, teils mit Abklatsch. Ehemaliges Bibliotheksexemplar mit entsprechenden Stempeln und montiertem Etikett.

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          • Donovan - Tobin's Striped Trunk Fish. 66
            Sep. 21, 2024

            Donovan - Tobin's Striped Trunk Fish. 66

            Est: $300 - $600

            This original hand-colored engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work The Naturalist’s Repository of Exotic Natural History… Of Quadrupeds, Birds, Fishes, Insects, Shells, Marine Productions… . The work was published in London between 1822 and 1827 for the author by W. Simpkin and R. Marshall. The engravings are from the first edition, second issue on woven, watermarked paper (not present to each sheet) that is less course than the first issue and has left them in much better condition with age. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, engraving, and hand-coloring. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings that often have the appearance of watercolors. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. Donovan’s engravings are noted for their exceptionally hand-colored images. He drew the images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

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          • Donovan - Pair of Volute Shell Engravings
            Sep. 21, 2024

            Donovan - Pair of Volute Shell Engravings

            Est: $200 - $400

            This original hand-colored engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work The Naturalist’s Repository of Exotic Natural History… Of Quadrupeds, Birds, Fishes, Insects, Shells, Marine Productions… . The work was published in London between 1822 and 1827 for the author by W. Simpkin and R. Marshall. The engravings are from the first edition, second issue on woven, watermarked paper (not present to each sheet) that is less course than the first issue and has left them in much better condition with age. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, engraving, and hand-coloring. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings that often have the appearance of watercolors. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. Donovan’s engravings are noted for their exceptionally hand-colored images. He drew the images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

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          • Donovan - Sapphire Crowned Parrakeet. 17
            Sep. 21, 2024

            Donovan - Sapphire Crowned Parrakeet. 17

            Est: $150 - $300

            This original hand-colored engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work The Naturalist’s Repository of Exotic Natural History… Of Quadrupeds, Birds, Fishes, Insects, Shells, Marine Productions… . The work was published in London between 1822 and 1827 for the author by W. Simpkin and R. Marshall. The engravings are from the first edition, second issue on woven, watermarked paper (not present to each sheet) that is less course than the first issue and has left them in much better condition with age. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, engraving, and hand-coloring. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings that often have the appearance of watercolors. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. Donovan’s engravings are noted for their exceptionally hand-colored images. He drew the images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

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          • Donovan - Pair of Butterfly Engravings
            Sep. 21, 2024

            Donovan - Pair of Butterfly Engravings

            Est: $300 - $600

            This original hand-colored engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work The Naturalist’s Repository of Exotic Natural History… Of Quadrupeds, Birds, Fishes, Insects, Shells, Marine Productions… . The work was published in London between 1822 and 1827 for the author by W. Simpkin and R. Marshall. The engravings are from the first edition, second issue on woven, watermarked paper (not present to each sheet) that is less course than the first issue and has left them in much better condition with age. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, engraving, and hand-coloring. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings that often have the appearance of watercolors. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. Donovan’s engravings are noted for their exceptionally hand-colored images. He drew the images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

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          • Donovan - Homer's Butterfly. 20
            Sep. 14, 2024

            Donovan - Homer's Butterfly. 20

            Est: $200 - $400

            This original hand-colored engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work The Naturalist’s Repository of Exotic Natural History… Of Quadrupeds, Birds, Fishes, Insects, Shells, Marine Productions… . The work was published in London between 1822 and 1827 for the author by W. Simpkin and R. Marshall. The engravings are from the first edition, second issue on woven, watermarked paper (not present to each sheet) that is less course than the first issue and has left them in much better condition with age. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, engraving, and hand-coloring. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings that often have the appearance of watercolors. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. Donovan’s engravings are noted for their exceptionally hand-colored images. He drew the images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

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          • Donovan - Thersites Butterfly. 24
            Sep. 14, 2024

            Donovan - Thersites Butterfly. 24

            Est: $150 - $300

            This original hand-colored engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work The Naturalist’s Repository of Exotic Natural History… Of Quadrupeds, Birds, Fishes, Insects, Shells, Marine Productions… . The work was published in London between 1822 and 1827 for the author by W. Simpkin and R. Marshall. The engravings are from the first edition, second issue on woven, watermarked paper (not present to each sheet) that is less course than the first issue and has left them in much better condition with age. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, engraving, and hand-coloring. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings that often have the appearance of watercolors. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. Donovan’s engravings are noted for their exceptionally hand-colored images. He drew the images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

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          • Donovan - Codomannus Butterfly. 3
            Sep. 14, 2024

            Donovan - Codomannus Butterfly. 3

            Est: $150 - $300

            This original hand-colored engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work The Naturalist’s Repository of Exotic Natural History… Of Quadrupeds, Birds, Fishes, Insects, Shells, Marine Productions… . The work was published in London between 1822 and 1827 for the author by W. Simpkin and R. Marshall. The engravings are from the first edition, second issue on woven, watermarked paper (not present to each sheet) that is less course than the first issue and has left them in much better condition with age. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, engraving, and hand-coloring. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings that often have the appearance of watercolors. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. Donovan’s engravings are noted for their exceptionally hand-colored images. He drew the images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

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          • Donovan - Pylades Butterfly. 13
            Sep. 14, 2024

            Donovan - Pylades Butterfly. 13

            Est: $150 - $300

            This original hand-colored engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work The Naturalist’s Repository of Exotic Natural History… Of Quadrupeds, Birds, Fishes, Insects, Shells, Marine Productions… . The work was published in London between 1822 and 1827 for the author by W. Simpkin and R. Marshall. The engravings are from the first edition, second issue on woven, watermarked paper (not present to each sheet) that is less course than the first issue and has left them in much better condition with age. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, engraving, and hand-coloring. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings that often have the appearance of watercolors. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. Donovan’s engravings are noted for their exceptionally hand-colored images. He drew the images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

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          • Donovan - Pair of Broad-winged Strombus Shell Engravings
            Sep. 14, 2024

            Donovan - Pair of Broad-winged Strombus Shell Engravings

            Est: $150 - $300

            This original hand-colored engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work The Naturalist’s Repository of Exotic Natural History… Of Quadrupeds, Birds, Fishes, Insects, Shells, Marine Productions… . The work was published in London between 1822 and 1827 for the author by W. Simpkin and R. Marshall. The engravings are from the first edition, second issue on woven, watermarked paper (not present to each sheet) that is less course than the first issue and has left them in much better condition with age. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, engraving, and hand-coloring. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings that often have the appearance of watercolors. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. Donovan’s engravings are noted for their exceptionally hand-colored images. He drew the images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

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          • Donovan - Mermaid and Rufous Orang-Outang (Orangutan). 59
            Sep. 07, 2024

            Donovan - Mermaid and Rufous Orang-Outang (Orangutan). 59

            Est: $200 - $400

            This original hand-colored engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work The Naturalist’s Repository of Exotic Natural History… Of Quadrupeds, Birds, Fishes, Insects, Shells, Marine Productions… . The work was published in London between 1822 and 1827 for the author by W. Simpkin and R. Marshall. The engravings are from the first edition, second issue on woven, watermarked paper (not present to each sheet) that is less course than the first issue and has left them in much better condition with age. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, engraving, and hand-coloring. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings that often have the appearance of watercolors. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. Donovan’s engravings are noted for their exceptionally hand-colored images. He drew the images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

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          • Donovan - Rufous Orang Outang or Wild Man of the Woods (Orangutan). 57
            Sep. 07, 2024

            Donovan - Rufous Orang Outang or Wild Man of the Woods (Orangutan). 57

            Est: $150 - $300

            This original hand-colored engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work The Naturalist’s Repository of Exotic Natural History… Of Quadrupeds, Birds, Fishes, Insects, Shells, Marine Productions… . The work was published in London between 1822 and 1827 for the author by W. Simpkin and R. Marshall. The engravings are from the first edition, second issue on woven, watermarked paper (not present to each sheet) that is less course than the first issue and has left them in much better condition with age. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, engraving, and hand-coloring. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings that often have the appearance of watercolors. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. Donovan’s engravings are noted for their exceptionally hand-colored images. He drew the images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

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          • Donovan - Tos's Butterfly. 29
            Sep. 07, 2024

            Donovan - Tos's Butterfly. 29

            Est: $150 - $300

            This original hand-colored engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work The Naturalist’s Repository of Exotic Natural History… Of Quadrupeds, Birds, Fishes, Insects, Shells, Marine Productions… . The work was published in London between 1822 and 1827 for the author by W. Simpkin and R. Marshall. The engravings are from the first edition, second issue on woven, watermarked paper (not present to each sheet) that is less course than the first issue and has left them in much better condition with age. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, engraving, and hand-coloring. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings that often have the appearance of watercolors. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. Donovan’s engravings are noted for their exceptionally hand-colored images. He drew the images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

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          • Donovan - Dolicaon Butterfly. 65
            Sep. 07, 2024

            Donovan - Dolicaon Butterfly. 65

            Est: $150 - $300

            This original hand-colored engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work The Naturalist’s Repository of Exotic Natural History… Of Quadrupeds, Birds, Fishes, Insects, Shells, Marine Productions… . The work was published in London between 1822 and 1827 for the author by W. Simpkin and R. Marshall. The engravings are from the first edition, second issue on woven, watermarked paper (not present to each sheet) that is less course than the first issue and has left them in much better condition with age. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, engraving, and hand-coloring. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings that often have the appearance of watercolors. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. Donovan’s engravings are noted for their exceptionally hand-colored images. He drew the images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

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          • Donovan - Brown's Parrot. 64
            Sep. 07, 2024

            Donovan - Brown's Parrot. 64

            Est: $150 - $300

            This original hand-colored engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work The Naturalist’s Repository of Exotic Natural History… Of Quadrupeds, Birds, Fishes, Insects, Shells, Marine Productions… . The work was published in London between 1822 and 1827 for the author by W. Simpkin and R. Marshall. The engravings are from the first edition, second issue on woven, watermarked paper (not present to each sheet) that is less course than the first issue and has left them in much better condition with age. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, engraving, and hand-coloring. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings that often have the appearance of watercolors. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. Donovan’s engravings are noted for their exceptionally hand-colored images. He drew the images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

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          • Donovan - Spotted Breasted Parrakeet. 33
            Sep. 07, 2024

            Donovan - Spotted Breasted Parrakeet. 33

            Est: $150 - $300

            This original hand-colored engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work The Naturalist’s Repository of Exotic Natural History… Of Quadrupeds, Birds, Fishes, Insects, Shells, Marine Productions… . The work was published in London between 1822 and 1827 for the author by W. Simpkin and R. Marshall. The engravings are from the first edition, second issue on woven, watermarked paper (not present to each sheet) that is less course than the first issue and has left them in much better condition with age. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, engraving, and hand-coloring. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings that often have the appearance of watercolors. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. Donovan’s engravings are noted for their exceptionally hand-colored images. He drew the images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

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          • Donovan - Green Toucan. 63
            Aug. 31, 2024

            Donovan - Green Toucan. 63

            Est: $150 - $300

            This original hand-colored engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work The Naturalist’s Repository of Exotic Natural History… Of Quadrupeds, Birds, Fishes, Insects, Shells, Marine Productions… . The work was published in London between 1822 and 1827 for the author by W. Simpkin and R. Marshall. The engravings are from the first edition, second issue on woven, watermarked paper (not present to each sheet) that is less course than the first issue and has left them in much better condition with age. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, engraving, and hand-coloring. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings that often have the appearance of watercolors. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. Donovan’s engravings are noted for their exceptionally hand-colored images. He drew the images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

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          • Donovan - Black Winged Parrakeet. 30
            Aug. 31, 2024

            Donovan - Black Winged Parrakeet. 30

            Est: $150 - $300

            This original hand-colored engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work The Naturalist’s Repository of Exotic Natural History… Of Quadrupeds, Birds, Fishes, Insects, Shells, Marine Productions… . The work was published in London between 1822 and 1827 for the author by W. Simpkin and R. Marshall. The engravings are from the first edition, second issue on woven, watermarked paper (not present to each sheet) that is less course than the first issue and has left them in much better condition with age. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, engraving, and hand-coloring. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings that often have the appearance of watercolors. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. Donovan’s engravings are noted for their exceptionally hand-colored images. He drew the images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

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          • Donovan - Painted Bunting. 7
            Aug. 31, 2024

            Donovan - Painted Bunting. 7

            Est: $150 - $300

            This original hand-colored engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work The Naturalist’s Repository of Exotic Natural History… Of Quadrupeds, Birds, Fishes, Insects, Shells, Marine Productions… . The work was published in London between 1822 and 1827 for the author by W. Simpkin and R. Marshall. The engravings are from the first edition, second issue on woven, watermarked paper (not present to each sheet) that is less course than the first issue and has left them in much better condition with age. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, engraving, and hand-coloring. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings that often have the appearance of watercolors. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. Donovan’s engravings are noted for their exceptionally hand-colored images. He drew the images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

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          • Donovan - Marica's Butterfly. 37
            Aug. 31, 2024

            Donovan - Marica's Butterfly. 37

            Est: $150 - $300

            This original hand-colored engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work The Naturalist’s Repository of Exotic Natural History… Of Quadrupeds, Birds, Fishes, Insects, Shells, Marine Productions… . The work was published in London between 1822 and 1827 for the author by W. Simpkin and R. Marshall. The engravings are from the first edition, second issue on woven, watermarked paper (not present to each sheet) that is less course than the first issue and has left them in much better condition with age. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, engraving, and hand-coloring. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings that often have the appearance of watercolors. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. Donovan’s engravings are noted for their exceptionally hand-colored images. He drew the images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

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          • Donovan - Phalaris Butterfly. 47
            Aug. 31, 2024

            Donovan - Phalaris Butterfly. 47

            Est: $150 - $300

            This original hand-colored engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work The Naturalist’s Repository of Exotic Natural History… Of Quadrupeds, Birds, Fishes, Insects, Shells, Marine Productions… . The work was published in London between 1822 and 1827 for the author by W. Simpkin and R. Marshall. The engravings are from the first edition, second issue on woven, watermarked paper (not present to each sheet) that is less course than the first issue and has left them in much better condition with age. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, engraving, and hand-coloring. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings that often have the appearance of watercolors. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. Donovan’s engravings are noted for their exceptionally hand-colored images. He drew the images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

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          • Donovan - Orangutan Heads. 58
            Aug. 31, 2024

            Donovan - Orangutan Heads. 58

            Est: $150 - $300

            This original hand-colored engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work The Naturalist’s Repository of Exotic Natural History… Of Quadrupeds, Birds, Fishes, Insects, Shells, Marine Productions… . The work was published in London between 1822 and 1827 for the author by W. Simpkin and R. Marshall. The engravings are from the first edition, second issue on woven, watermarked paper (not present to each sheet) that is less course than the first issue and has left them in much better condition with age. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, engraving, and hand-coloring. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings that often have the appearance of watercolors. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. Donovan’s engravings are noted for their exceptionally hand-colored images. He drew the images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

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          • Donovan - Tufted-Neck Hummingbird. 25
            Aug. 24, 2024

            Donovan - Tufted-Neck Hummingbird. 25

            Est: $150 - $300

            This original hand-colored engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work The Naturalist’s Repository of Exotic Natural History… Of Quadrupeds, Birds, Fishes, Insects, Shells, Marine Productions… . The work was published in London between 1822 and 1827 for the author by W. Simpkin and R. Marshall. The engravings are from the first edition, second issue on woven, watermarked paper (not present to each sheet) that is less course than the first issue and has left them in much better condition with age. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, engraving, and hand-coloring. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings that often have the appearance of watercolors. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. Donovan’s engravings are noted for their exceptionally hand-colored images. He drew the images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

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          • Donovan - Topaz Hummingbird. 5
            Aug. 24, 2024

            Donovan - Topaz Hummingbird. 5

            Est: $150 - $300

            This original hand-colored engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work The Naturalist’s Repository of Exotic Natural History… Of Quadrupeds, Birds, Fishes, Insects, Shells, Marine Productions… . The work was published in London between 1822 and 1827 for the author by W. Simpkin and R. Marshall. The engravings are from the first edition, second issue on woven, watermarked paper (not present to each sheet) that is less course than the first issue and has left them in much better condition with age. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, engraving, and hand-coloring. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings that often have the appearance of watercolors. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. Donovan’s engravings are noted for their exceptionally hand-colored images. He drew the images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

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          • Donovan - Belladonna's Butterfly. 35
            Aug. 24, 2024

            Donovan - Belladonna's Butterfly. 35

            Est: $150 - $300

            This original hand-colored engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work The Naturalist’s Repository of Exotic Natural History… Of Quadrupeds, Birds, Fishes, Insects, Shells, Marine Productions… . The work was published in London between 1822 and 1827 for the author by W. Simpkin and R. Marshall. The engravings are from the first edition, second issue on woven, watermarked paper (not present to each sheet) that is less course than the first issue and has left them in much better condition with age. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, engraving, and hand-coloring. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings that often have the appearance of watercolors. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. Donovan’s engravings are noted for their exceptionally hand-colored images. He drew the images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

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          • Donovan - Acamas Butterfly. 18
            Aug. 24, 2024

            Donovan - Acamas Butterfly. 18

            Est: $150 - $300

            This original hand-colored engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work The Naturalist’s Repository of Exotic Natural History… Of Quadrupeds, Birds, Fishes, Insects, Shells, Marine Productions… . The work was published in London between 1822 and 1827 for the author by W. Simpkin and R. Marshall. The engravings are from the first edition, second issue on woven, watermarked paper (not present to each sheet) that is less course than the first issue and has left them in much better condition with age. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, engraving, and hand-coloring. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings that often have the appearance of watercolors. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. Donovan’s engravings are noted for their exceptionally hand-colored images. He drew the images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

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          • Donovan - Pirithous Butterfly. 54
            Aug. 24, 2024

            Donovan - Pirithous Butterfly. 54

            Est: $150 - $300

            This original hand-colored engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work The Naturalist’s Repository of Exotic Natural History… Of Quadrupeds, Birds, Fishes, Insects, Shells, Marine Productions… . The work was published in London between 1822 and 1827 for the author by W. Simpkin and R. Marshall. The engravings are from the first edition, second issue on woven, watermarked paper (not present to each sheet) that is less course than the first issue and has left them in much better condition with age. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, engraving, and hand-coloring. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings that often have the appearance of watercolors. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. Donovan’s engravings are noted for their exceptionally hand-colored images. He drew the images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

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          • Donovan - Cipris Butterfly. 40
            Aug. 24, 2024

            Donovan - Cipris Butterfly. 40

            Est: $150 - $300

            This original hand-colored engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work The Naturalist’s Repository of Exotic Natural History… Of Quadrupeds, Birds, Fishes, Insects, Shells, Marine Productions… . The work was published in London between 1822 and 1827 for the author by W. Simpkin and R. Marshall. The engravings are from the first edition, second issue on woven, watermarked paper (not present to each sheet) that is less course than the first issue and has left them in much better condition with age. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, engraving, and hand-coloring. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings that often have the appearance of watercolors. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. Donovan’s engravings are noted for their exceptionally hand-colored images. He drew the images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

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          • Entomology.- Donovan (Edward) The Natrual History of British Insects, 16 vol. in 8, first edition, 1792-1813
            Aug. 15, 2024

            Entomology.- Donovan (Edward) The Natrual History of British Insects, 16 vol. in 8, first edition, 1792-1813

            Est: £800 - £1,200

            Please note, the description of this lot has changed. Entomology.- Donovan (Edward) The Natural History of British Insects, 16 vol. in 8, first edition, 576 hand-coloured plates, all but a few hand-coloured, lacking all half-titles except vol.14, some off-setting, some spotting, mainly but not exclusively to text leaves, modern pale green half morocco, with original spine labels, a couple of which slightly chipped, spines sunned, [Nissen ZBI 1142], 8vo, for the author, and for F. and C. Rivington, 1792-1813.

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          • Donovan - Striped Wrasse. 21
            Jun. 29, 2024

            Donovan - Striped Wrasse. 21

            Est: $150 - $300

            This original hand-colored engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work The Natural History of British Fishes. This first edition work was published in London between 1802 and 1808. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, engraving, and hand-coloring. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings that often have the appearance of watercolors. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. Donovan’s engravings are noted for their exceptionally hand-colored images. He drew the images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

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          • Donovan - Tentaculated Saw-Fish. 82
            Jun. 29, 2024

            Donovan - Tentaculated Saw-Fish. 82

            Est: $150 - $300

            This original hand-colored engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work The Natural History of British Fishes. This first edition work was published in London between 1802 and 1808. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, engraving, and hand-coloring. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings that often have the appearance of watercolors. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. Donovan’s engravings are noted for their exceptionally hand-colored images. He drew the images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

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          • Donovan - 5 Fish Engravings (Salmon, Cod, &c.)
            Jun. 22, 2024

            Donovan - 5 Fish Engravings (Salmon, Cod, &c.)

            Est: $300 - $600

            This original hand-colored engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work The Natural History of British Fishes. This first edition work was published in London between 1802 and 1808. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, engraving, and hand-coloring. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings that often have the appearance of watercolors. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. Donovan’s engravings are noted for their exceptionally hand-colored images. He drew the images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

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          • Donovan - 6 Sea Life Engravings (Ray, Blenny, Lamprey, Eel)
            Jun. 22, 2024

            Donovan - 6 Sea Life Engravings (Ray, Blenny, Lamprey, Eel)

            Est: $200 - $500

            This original hand-colored engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work The Natural History of British Fishes. This first edition work was published in London between 1802 and 1808. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, engraving, and hand-coloring. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings that often have the appearance of watercolors. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. Donovan’s engravings are noted for their exceptionally hand-colored images. He drew the images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

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          • Donovan - 5 Fish Engravings
            Jun. 08, 2024

            Donovan - 5 Fish Engravings

            Est: $400 - $800

            This original hand-colored engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work The Natural History of British Fishes. This first edition work was published in London between 1802 and 1808. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, engraving, and hand-coloring. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings that often have the appearance of watercolors. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. Donovan’s engravings are noted for their exceptionally hand-colored images. He drew the images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

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          • Donovan - 4 Flounder Engravings
            Jun. 08, 2024

            Donovan - 4 Flounder Engravings

            Est: $400 - $800

            This original hand-colored engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work The Natural History of British Fishes. This first edition work was published in London between 1802 and 1808. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, engraving, and hand-coloring. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings that often have the appearance of watercolors. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. Donovan’s engravings are noted for their exceptionally hand-colored images. He drew the images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

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          • Donovan - Pair of Ray Engravings
            Jun. 08, 2024

            Donovan - Pair of Ray Engravings

            Est: $200 - $500

            This original hand-colored engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work The Natural History of British Fishes. This first edition work was published in London between 1802 and 1808. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, engraving, and hand-coloring. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings that often have the appearance of watercolors. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. Donovan’s engravings are noted for their exceptionally hand-colored images. He drew the images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

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          • Donovan's The Natural History of British Shells - 5 Volumes in 2 Books with 180 Engravings
            Jun. 01, 2024

            Donovan's The Natural History of British Shells - 5 Volumes in 2 Books with 180 Engravings

            Est: $4,000 - $6,000

            This is a 5 volume set bound in 2 of Edward Donovan’s work The Natural History of British Shells, including figures and descriptions of all the Species hiherto discovered in Great Britain, systematically arranged, in the Linnean Manner, with scientific and general observation on each. It includes 180 originally hand-colored engravings. This first edition work was published in London between 1799 and 1803 for the author. The work is bound in contemporary full calf gilt, boards with broad gilt foliate roll to borders. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, engraving, and hand-coloring. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings that often have the appearance of watercolors. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. Donovan’s engravings are noted for their exceptionally hand-colored images. He drew the images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

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          • Donovan - 6 Fish Engravings
            Jun. 01, 2024

            Donovan - 6 Fish Engravings

            Est: $400 - $800

            This original hand-colored engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work The Natural History of British Fishes. This first edition work was published in London between 1802 and 1808. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, engraving, and hand-coloring. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings that often have the appearance of watercolors. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. Donovan’s engravings are noted for their exceptionally hand-colored images. He drew the images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

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