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    • Sclater - 5 Bird Lithographs
      Sep. 24, 2022

      Sclater - 5 Bird Lithographs

      Est: $500 - $1,000

      This imperial quarto, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Philip Sclater's Exotic Ornithology containing figures and descriptions of new or rare species of American birds. The work was published in London by Bernard Quaritch between 1866 and 1869. All of the illustrations were completed by Joseph Smit. The lithographs from this work are considered among the finest Smit ever produced. “Smit has done an excellent job with these plates, for the lovingly detailed birds stand out sharply against their backgrounds of trees, branches and leaves. It is obvious that Smit enjoyed painting the leaves as well as the birds, for they are beautifully executed” (Coues) The work was intended to illustrate "the many new and rare ornithologicalic forms that have been recently discovered in nearly every part of the world's surface. As it progressed, however, the authors found that it would be more convenient to restrict it to the birds of the Neotropical Region — that is America south of the United States. No other part of the world can vie with Tropical America in the richness of its avifauna; and nowhere else have so many brilliant discoveries been recently made" (Anker).

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    • Slater - 6 Bird Lithographs
      Sep. 03, 2022

      Slater - 6 Bird Lithographs

      Est: $400 - $800

      This imperial quarto, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Philip Sclater's Exotic Ornithology containing figures and descriptions of new or rare species of American birds. The work was published in London by Bernard Quaritch between 1866 and 1869. All of the illustrations were completed by Joseph Smit. The lithographs from this work are considered among the finest Smit ever produced. “Smit has done an excellent job with these plates, for the lovingly detailed birds stand out sharply against their backgrounds of trees, branches and leaves. It is obvious that Smit enjoyed painting the leaves as well as the birds, for they are beautifully executed” (Coues) The work was intended to illustrate "the many new and rare ornithologicalic forms that have been recently discovered in nearly every part of the world's surface. As it progressed, however, the authors found that it would be more convenient to restrict it to the birds of the Neotropical Region — that is America south of the United States. No other part of the world can vie with Tropical America in the richness of its avifauna; and nowhere else have so many brilliant discoveries been recently made" (Anker).

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    • Sclater - Naked-Eyed Thrush. 76
      Aug. 20, 2022

      Sclater - Naked-Eyed Thrush. 76

      Est: $150 - $300

      This imperial quarto, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Philip Sclater's Exotic Ornithology containing figures and descriptions of new or rare species of American birds. The work was published in London by Bernard Quaritch between 1866 and 1869. All of the illustrations were completed by Joseph Smit. The lithographs from this work are considered among the finest Smit ever produced. “Smit has done an excellent job with these plates, for the lovingly detailed birds stand out sharply against their backgrounds of trees, branches and leaves. It is obvious that Smit enjoyed painting the leaves as well as the birds, for they are beautifully executed” (Coues) The work was intended to illustrate "the many new and rare ornithologicalic forms that have been recently discovered in nearly every part of the world's surface. As it progressed, however, the authors found that it would be more convenient to restrict it to the birds of the Neotropical Region — that is America south of the United States. No other part of the world can vie with Tropical America in the richness of its avifauna; and nowhere else have so many brilliant discoveries been recently made" (Anker).

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    • Sclater - Lichtenstein's Thrush. 73
      Aug. 20, 2022

      Sclater - Lichtenstein's Thrush. 73

      Est: $150 - $300

      This imperial quarto, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Philip Sclater's Exotic Ornithology containing figures and descriptions of new or rare species of American birds. The work was published in London by Bernard Quaritch between 1866 and 1869. All of the illustrations were completed by Joseph Smit. The lithographs from this work are considered among the finest Smit ever produced. “Smit has done an excellent job with these plates, for the lovingly detailed birds stand out sharply against their backgrounds of trees, branches and leaves. It is obvious that Smit enjoyed painting the leaves as well as the birds, for they are beautifully executed” (Coues) The work was intended to illustrate "the many new and rare ornithologicalic forms that have been recently discovered in nearly every part of the world's surface. As it progressed, however, the authors found that it would be more convenient to restrict it to the birds of the Neotropical Region — that is America south of the United States. No other part of the world can vie with Tropical America in the richness of its avifauna; and nowhere else have so many brilliant discoveries been recently made" (Anker).

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    • Sclater - Azara's Thrush. 72
      Aug. 20, 2022

      Sclater - Azara's Thrush. 72

      Est: $150 - $300

      This imperial quarto, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Philip Sclater's Exotic Ornithology containing figures and descriptions of new or rare species of American birds. The work was published in London by Bernard Quaritch between 1866 and 1869. All of the illustrations were completed by Joseph Smit. The lithographs from this work are considered among the finest Smit ever produced. “Smit has done an excellent job with these plates, for the lovingly detailed birds stand out sharply against their backgrounds of trees, branches and leaves. It is obvious that Smit enjoyed painting the leaves as well as the birds, for they are beautifully executed” (Coues) The work was intended to illustrate "the many new and rare ornithologicalic forms that have been recently discovered in nearly every part of the world's surface. As it progressed, however, the authors found that it would be more convenient to restrict it to the birds of the Neotropical Region — that is America south of the United States. No other part of the world can vie with Tropical America in the richness of its avifauna; and nowhere else have so many brilliant discoveries been recently made" (Anker).

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    • Sclater - Schomburgk's Crake. 67
      Aug. 20, 2022

      Sclater - Schomburgk's Crake. 67

      Est: $150 - $300

      This imperial quarto, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Philip Sclater's Exotic Ornithology containing figures and descriptions of new or rare species of American birds. The work was published in London by Bernard Quaritch between 1866 and 1869. All of the illustrations were completed by Joseph Smit. The lithographs from this work are considered among the finest Smit ever produced. “Smit has done an excellent job with these plates, for the lovingly detailed birds stand out sharply against their backgrounds of trees, branches and leaves. It is obvious that Smit enjoyed painting the leaves as well as the birds, for they are beautifully executed” (Coues) The work was intended to illustrate "the many new and rare ornithologicalic forms that have been recently discovered in nearly every part of the world's surface. As it progressed, however, the authors found that it would be more convenient to restrict it to the birds of the Neotropical Region — that is America south of the United States. No other part of the world can vie with Tropical America in the richness of its avifauna; and nowhere else have so many brilliant discoveries been recently made" (Anker).

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    • Sclater - Red-shouldered Tachyphone. 33
      Aug. 20, 2022

      Sclater - Red-shouldered Tachyphone. 33

      Est: $150 - $300

      This imperial quarto, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Philip Sclater's Exotic Ornithology containing figures and descriptions of new or rare species of American birds. The work was published in London by Bernard Quaritch between 1866 and 1869. All of the illustrations were completed by Joseph Smit. The lithographs from this work are considered among the finest Smit ever produced. “Smit has done an excellent job with these plates, for the lovingly detailed birds stand out sharply against their backgrounds of trees, branches and leaves. It is obvious that Smit enjoyed painting the leaves as well as the birds, for they are beautifully executed” (Coues) The work was intended to illustrate "the many new and rare ornithologicalic forms that have been recently discovered in nearly every part of the world's surface. As it progressed, however, the authors found that it would be more convenient to restrict it to the birds of the Neotropical Region — that is America south of the United States. No other part of the world can vie with Tropical America in the richness of its avifauna; and nowhere else have so many brilliant discoveries been recently made" (Anker).

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    • Sclater - Delattre's Tachyphone. 34
      Aug. 20, 2022

      Sclater - Delattre's Tachyphone. 34

      Est: $150 - $300

      This imperial quarto, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Philip Sclater's Exotic Ornithology containing figures and descriptions of new or rare species of American birds. The work was published in London by Bernard Quaritch between 1866 and 1869. All of the illustrations were completed by Joseph Smit. The lithographs from this work are considered among the finest Smit ever produced. “Smit has done an excellent job with these plates, for the lovingly detailed birds stand out sharply against their backgrounds of trees, branches and leaves. It is obvious that Smit enjoyed painting the leaves as well as the birds, for they are beautifully executed” (Coues) The work was intended to illustrate "the many new and rare ornithologicalic forms that have been recently discovered in nearly every part of the world's surface. As it progressed, however, the authors found that it would be more convenient to restrict it to the birds of the Neotropical Region — that is America south of the United States. No other part of the world can vie with Tropical America in the richness of its avifauna; and nowhere else have so many brilliant discoveries been recently made" (Anker).

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    • Sclater - Banded Tiger-Bittern. 92
      Aug. 13, 2022

      Sclater - Banded Tiger-Bittern. 92

      Est: $150 - $300

      This imperial quarto, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Philip Sclater's Exotic Ornithology containing figures and descriptions of new or rare species of American birds. The work was published in London by Bernard Quaritch between 1866 and 1869. All of the illustrations were completed by Joseph Smit. The lithographs from this work are considered among the finest Smit ever produced. “Smit has done an excellent job with these plates, for the lovingly detailed birds stand out sharply against their backgrounds of trees, branches and leaves. It is obvious that Smit enjoyed painting the leaves as well as the birds, for they are beautifully executed” (Coues) The work was intended to illustrate "the many new and rare ornithologicalic forms that have been recently discovered in nearly every part of the world's surface. As it progressed, however, the authors found that it would be more convenient to restrict it to the birds of the Neotropical Region — that is America south of the United States. No other part of the world can vie with Tropical America in the richness of its avifauna; and nowhere else have so many brilliant discoveries been recently made" (Anker).

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    • Sclater - Chestnut-headed Crake. 78
      Aug. 13, 2022

      Sclater - Chestnut-headed Crake. 78

      Est: $150 - $300

      This imperial quarto, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Philip Sclater's Exotic Ornithology containing figures and descriptions of new or rare species of American birds. The work was published in London by Bernard Quaritch between 1866 and 1869. All of the illustrations were completed by Joseph Smit. The lithographs from this work are considered among the finest Smit ever produced. “Smit has done an excellent job with these plates, for the lovingly detailed birds stand out sharply against their backgrounds of trees, branches and leaves. It is obvious that Smit enjoyed painting the leaves as well as the birds, for they are beautifully executed” (Coues) The work was intended to illustrate "the many new and rare ornithologicalic forms that have been recently discovered in nearly every part of the world's surface. As it progressed, however, the authors found that it would be more convenient to restrict it to the birds of the Neotropical Region — that is America south of the United States. No other part of the world can vie with Tropical America in the richness of its avifauna; and nowhere else have so many brilliant discoveries been recently made" (Anker).

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    • Sclater - White-necked Thrush. 71
      Aug. 13, 2022

      Sclater - White-necked Thrush. 71

      Est: $150 - $300

      This imperial quarto, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Philip Sclater's Exotic Ornithology containing figures and descriptions of new or rare species of American birds. The work was published in London by Bernard Quaritch between 1866 and 1869. All of the illustrations were completed by Joseph Smit. The lithographs from this work are considered among the finest Smit ever produced. “Smit has done an excellent job with these plates, for the lovingly detailed birds stand out sharply against their backgrounds of trees, branches and leaves. It is obvious that Smit enjoyed painting the leaves as well as the birds, for they are beautifully executed” (Coues) The work was intended to illustrate "the many new and rare ornithologicalic forms that have been recently discovered in nearly every part of the world's surface. As it progressed, however, the authors found that it would be more convenient to restrict it to the birds of the Neotropical Region — that is America south of the United States. No other part of the world can vie with Tropical America in the richness of its avifauna; and nowhere else have so many brilliant discoveries been recently made" (Anker).

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    • Sclater - Red-naped Ground-Finch. 64
      Aug. 13, 2022

      Sclater - Red-naped Ground-Finch. 64

      Est: $150 - $300

      This imperial quarto, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Philip Sclater's Exotic Ornithology containing figures and descriptions of new or rare species of American birds. The work was published in London by Bernard Quaritch between 1866 and 1869. All of the illustrations were completed by Joseph Smit. The lithographs from this work are considered among the finest Smit ever produced. “Smit has done an excellent job with these plates, for the lovingly detailed birds stand out sharply against their backgrounds of trees, branches and leaves. It is obvious that Smit enjoyed painting the leaves as well as the birds, for they are beautifully executed” (Coues) The work was intended to illustrate "the many new and rare ornithologicalic forms that have been recently discovered in nearly every part of the world's surface. As it progressed, however, the authors found that it would be more convenient to restrict it to the birds of the Neotropical Region — that is America south of the United States. No other part of the world can vie with Tropical America in the richness of its avifauna; and nowhere else have so many brilliant discoveries been recently made" (Anker).

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    • Sclater - Cabanis' Thrush. 75
      Aug. 13, 2022

      Sclater - Cabanis' Thrush. 75

      Est: $150 - $300

      This imperial quarto, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Philip Sclater's Exotic Ornithology containing figures and descriptions of new or rare species of American birds. The work was published in London by Bernard Quaritch between 1866 and 1869. All of the illustrations were completed by Joseph Smit. The lithographs from this work are considered among the finest Smit ever produced. “Smit has done an excellent job with these plates, for the lovingly detailed birds stand out sharply against their backgrounds of trees, branches and leaves. It is obvious that Smit enjoyed painting the leaves as well as the birds, for they are beautifully executed” (Coues) The work was intended to illustrate "the many new and rare ornithologicalic forms that have been recently discovered in nearly every part of the world's surface. As it progressed, however, the authors found that it would be more convenient to restrict it to the birds of the Neotropical Region — that is America south of the United States. No other part of the world can vie with Tropical America in the richness of its avifauna; and nowhere else have so many brilliant discoveries been recently made" (Anker).

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    • Sclater - Chiriquian Ground-Pigeon. 62
      Aug. 13, 2022

      Sclater - Chiriquian Ground-Pigeon. 62

      Est: $150 - $300

      This imperial quarto, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Philip Sclater's Exotic Ornithology containing figures and descriptions of new or rare species of American birds. The work was published in London by Bernard Quaritch between 1866 and 1869. All of the illustrations were completed by Joseph Smit. The lithographs from this work are considered among the finest Smit ever produced. “Smit has done an excellent job with these plates, for the lovingly detailed birds stand out sharply against their backgrounds of trees, branches and leaves. It is obvious that Smit enjoyed painting the leaves as well as the birds, for they are beautifully executed” (Coues) The work was intended to illustrate "the many new and rare ornithologicalic forms that have been recently discovered in nearly every part of the world's surface. As it progressed, however, the authors found that it would be more convenient to restrict it to the birds of the Neotropical Region — that is America south of the United States. No other part of the world can vie with Tropical America in the richness of its avifauna; and nowhere else have so many brilliant discoveries been recently made" (Anker).

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    • Sclater - Turner's Torrent-Duck. 100
      Aug. 06, 2022

      Sclater - Turner's Torrent-Duck. 100

      Est: $150 - $300

      This imperial quarto, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Philip Sclater's Exotic Ornithology containing figures and descriptions of new or rare species of American birds. The work was published in London by Bernard Quaritch between 1866 and 1869. All of the illustrations were completed by Joseph Smit. The lithographs from this work are considered among the finest Smit ever produced. “Smit has done an excellent job with these plates, for the lovingly detailed birds stand out sharply against their backgrounds of trees, branches and leaves. It is obvious that Smit enjoyed painting the leaves as well as the birds, for they are beautifully executed” (Coues) The work was intended to illustrate "the many new and rare ornithologicalic forms that have been recently discovered in nearly every part of the world's surface. As it progressed, however, the authors found that it would be more convenient to restrict it to the birds of the Neotropical Region — that is America south of the United States. No other part of the world can vie with Tropical America in the richness of its avifauna; and nowhere else have so many brilliant discoveries been recently made" (Anker).

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    • Sclater - Puna Duck. 99
      Aug. 06, 2022

      Sclater - Puna Duck. 99

      Est: $150 - $300

      This imperial quarto, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Philip Sclater's Exotic Ornithology containing figures and descriptions of new or rare species of American birds. The work was published in London by Bernard Quaritch between 1866 and 1869. All of the illustrations were completed by Joseph Smit. The lithographs from this work are considered among the finest Smit ever produced. “Smit has done an excellent job with these plates, for the lovingly detailed birds stand out sharply against their backgrounds of trees, branches and leaves. It is obvious that Smit enjoyed painting the leaves as well as the birds, for they are beautifully executed” (Coues) The work was intended to illustrate "the many new and rare ornithologicalic forms that have been recently discovered in nearly every part of the world's surface. As it progressed, however, the authors found that it would be more convenient to restrict it to the birds of the Neotropical Region — that is America south of the United States. No other part of the world can vie with Tropical America in the richness of its avifauna; and nowhere else have so many brilliant discoveries been recently made" (Anker).

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    • Sclater - Banded Cotinga. 86
      Aug. 06, 2022

      Sclater - Banded Cotinga. 86

      Est: $150 - $300

      This imperial quarto, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Philip Sclater's Exotic Ornithology containing figures and descriptions of new or rare species of American birds. The work was published in London by Bernard Quaritch between 1866 and 1869. All of the illustrations were completed by Joseph Smit. The lithographs from this work are considered among the finest Smit ever produced. “Smit has done an excellent job with these plates, for the lovingly detailed birds stand out sharply against their backgrounds of trees, branches and leaves. It is obvious that Smit enjoyed painting the leaves as well as the birds, for they are beautifully executed” (Coues) The work was intended to illustrate "the many new and rare ornithologicalic forms that have been recently discovered in nearly every part of the world's surface. As it progressed, however, the authors found that it would be more convenient to restrict it to the birds of the Neotropical Region — that is America south of the United States. No other part of the world can vie with Tropical America in the richness of its avifauna; and nowhere else have so many brilliant discoveries been recently made" (Anker).

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    • Sclater - Red-legged Thrush. 74
      Aug. 06, 2022

      Sclater - Red-legged Thrush. 74

      Est: $150 - $300

      This imperial quarto, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Philip Sclater's Exotic Ornithology containing figures and descriptions of new or rare species of American birds. The work was published in London by Bernard Quaritch between 1866 and 1869. All of the illustrations were completed by Joseph Smit. The lithographs from this work are considered among the finest Smit ever produced. “Smit has done an excellent job with these plates, for the lovingly detailed birds stand out sharply against their backgrounds of trees, branches and leaves. It is obvious that Smit enjoyed painting the leaves as well as the birds, for they are beautifully executed” (Coues) The work was intended to illustrate "the many new and rare ornithologicalic forms that have been recently discovered in nearly every part of the world's surface. As it progressed, however, the authors found that it would be more convenient to restrict it to the birds of the Neotropical Region — that is America south of the United States. No other part of the world can vie with Tropical America in the richness of its avifauna; and nowhere else have so many brilliant discoveries been recently made" (Anker).

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    • Sclater - Yellow-shouldered Grosbeak. 84
      Aug. 06, 2022

      Sclater - Yellow-shouldered Grosbeak. 84

      Est: $150 - $300

      This imperial quarto, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Philip Sclater's Exotic Ornithology containing figures and descriptions of new or rare species of American birds. The work was published in London by Bernard Quaritch between 1866 and 1869. All of the illustrations were completed by Joseph Smit. The lithographs from this work are considered among the finest Smit ever produced. “Smit has done an excellent job with these plates, for the lovingly detailed birds stand out sharply against their backgrounds of trees, branches and leaves. It is obvious that Smit enjoyed painting the leaves as well as the birds, for they are beautifully executed” (Coues) The work was intended to illustrate "the many new and rare ornithologicalic forms that have been recently discovered in nearly every part of the world's surface. As it progressed, however, the authors found that it would be more convenient to restrict it to the birds of the Neotropical Region — that is America south of the United States. No other part of the world can vie with Tropical America in the richness of its avifauna; and nowhere else have so many brilliant discoveries been recently made" (Anker).

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    • Sclater - 5 Bird Lithographs
      Jul. 30, 2022

      Sclater - 5 Bird Lithographs

      Est: $500 - $1,000

      This imperial quarto, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Philip Sclater's Exotic Ornithology containing figures and descriptions of new or rare species of American birds. The work was published in London by Bernard Quaritch between 1866 and 1869. All of the illustrations were completed by Joseph Smit. The lithographs from this work are considered among the finest Smit ever produced. “Smit has done an excellent job with these plates, for the lovingly detailed birds stand out sharply against their backgrounds of trees, branches and leaves. It is obvious that Smit enjoyed painting the leaves as well as the birds, for they are beautifully executed” (Coues) The work was intended to illustrate "the many new and rare ornithologicalic forms that have been recently discovered in nearly every part of the world's surface. As it progressed, however, the authors found that it would be more convenient to restrict it to the birds of the Neotropical Region — that is America south of the United States. No other part of the world can vie with Tropical America in the richness of its avifauna; and nowhere else have so many brilliant discoveries been recently made" (Anker).

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    • Sclater - 4 Bird Lithographs
      Jul. 30, 2022

      Sclater - 4 Bird Lithographs

      Est: $500 - $1,000

      This imperial quarto, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Philip Sclater's Exotic Ornithology containing figures and descriptions of new or rare species of American birds. The work was published in London by Bernard Quaritch between 1866 and 1869. All of the illustrations were completed by Joseph Smit. The lithographs from this work are considered among the finest Smit ever produced. “Smit has done an excellent job with these plates, for the lovingly detailed birds stand out sharply against their backgrounds of trees, branches and leaves. It is obvious that Smit enjoyed painting the leaves as well as the birds, for they are beautifully executed” (Coues) The work was intended to illustrate "the many new and rare ornithologicalic forms that have been recently discovered in nearly every part of the world's surface. As it progressed, however, the authors found that it would be more convenient to restrict it to the birds of the Neotropical Region — that is America south of the United States. No other part of the world can vie with Tropical America in the richness of its avifauna; and nowhere else have so many brilliant discoveries been recently made" (Anker).

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    • Sclater - Cabanis' Tiger-Bittern. 48
      Jul. 02, 2022

      Sclater - Cabanis' Tiger-Bittern. 48

      Est: $200 - $400

      This imperial quarto, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Philip Sclater's Exotic Ornithology containing figures and descriptions of new or rare species of American birds. The work was published in London by Bernard Quaritch between 1866 and 1869. All of the illustrations were completed by Joseph Smit. The lithographs from this work are considered among the finest Smit ever produced. “Smit has done an excellent job with these plates, for the lovingly detailed birds stand out sharply against their backgrounds of trees, branches and leaves. It is obvious that Smit enjoyed painting the leaves as well as the birds, for they are beautifully executed” (Coues) The work was intended to illustrate "the many new and rare ornithologicalic forms that have been recently discovered in nearly every part of the world's surface. As it progressed, however, the authors found that it would be more convenient to restrict it to the birds of the Neotropical Region — that is America south of the United States. No other part of the world can vie with Tropical America in the richness of its avifauna; and nowhere else have so many brilliant discoveries been recently made" (Anker).

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    • Sclater - Chilian Sparrow-Hawk. 37
      Jul. 02, 2022

      Sclater - Chilian Sparrow-Hawk. 37

      Est: $200 - $400

      This imperial quarto, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Philip Sclater's Exotic Ornithology containing figures and descriptions of new or rare species of American birds. The work was published in London by Bernard Quaritch between 1866 and 1869. All of the illustrations were completed by Joseph Smit. The lithographs from this work are considered among the finest Smit ever produced. “Smit has done an excellent job with these plates, for the lovingly detailed birds stand out sharply against their backgrounds of trees, branches and leaves. It is obvious that Smit enjoyed painting the leaves as well as the birds, for they are beautifully executed” (Coues) The work was intended to illustrate "the many new and rare ornithologicalic forms that have been recently discovered in nearly every part of the world's surface. As it progressed, however, the authors found that it would be more convenient to restrict it to the birds of the Neotropical Region — that is America south of the United States. No other part of the world can vie with Tropical America in the richness of its avifauna; and nowhere else have so many brilliant discoveries been recently made" (Anker).

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    • Sclater - Red-thighed Sparrow-Hawk. 17
      Jul. 02, 2022

      Sclater - Red-thighed Sparrow-Hawk. 17

      Est: $200 - $400

      This imperial quarto, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Philip Sclater's Exotic Ornithology containing figures and descriptions of new or rare species of American birds. The work was published in London by Bernard Quaritch between 1866 and 1869. All of the illustrations were completed by Joseph Smit. The lithographs from this work are considered among the finest Smit ever produced. “Smit has done an excellent job with these plates, for the lovingly detailed birds stand out sharply against their backgrounds of trees, branches and leaves. It is obvious that Smit enjoyed painting the leaves as well as the birds, for they are beautifully executed” (Coues) The work was intended to illustrate "the many new and rare ornithologicalic forms that have been recently discovered in nearly every part of the world's surface. As it progressed, however, the authors found that it would be more convenient to restrict it to the birds of the Neotropical Region — that is America south of the United States. No other part of the world can vie with Tropical America in the richness of its avifauna; and nowhere else have so many brilliant discoveries been recently made" (Anker).

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    • Sclater - Chesnut-sided Sparrow-Hawk. 18
      Jul. 02, 2022

      Sclater - Chesnut-sided Sparrow-Hawk. 18

      Est: $200 - $400

      This imperial quarto, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Philip Sclater's Exotic Ornithology containing figures and descriptions of new or rare species of American birds. The work was published in London by Bernard Quaritch between 1866 and 1869. All of the illustrations were completed by Joseph Smit. The lithographs from this work are considered among the finest Smit ever produced. “Smit has done an excellent job with these plates, for the lovingly detailed birds stand out sharply against their backgrounds of trees, branches and leaves. It is obvious that Smit enjoyed painting the leaves as well as the birds, for they are beautifully executed” (Coues) The work was intended to illustrate "the many new and rare ornithologicalic forms that have been recently discovered in nearly every part of the world's surface. As it progressed, however, the authors found that it would be more convenient to restrict it to the birds of the Neotropical Region — that is America south of the United States. No other part of the world can vie with Tropical America in the richness of its avifauna; and nowhere else have so many brilliant discoveries been recently made" (Anker).

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    • Sclater - Yellow-sided Mourner. 2
      Jul. 02, 2022

      Sclater - Yellow-sided Mourner. 2

      Est: $200 - $400

      This imperial quarto, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Philip Sclater's Exotic Ornithology containing figures and descriptions of new or rare species of American birds. The work was published in London by Bernard Quaritch between 1866 and 1869. All of the illustrations were completed by Joseph Smit. The lithographs from this work are considered among the finest Smit ever produced. “Smit has done an excellent job with these plates, for the lovingly detailed birds stand out sharply against their backgrounds of trees, branches and leaves. It is obvious that Smit enjoyed painting the leaves as well as the birds, for they are beautifully executed” (Coues) The work was intended to illustrate "the many new and rare ornithologicalic forms that have been recently discovered in nearly every part of the world's surface. As it progressed, however, the authors found that it would be more convenient to restrict it to the birds of the Neotropical Region — that is America south of the United States. No other part of the world can vie with Tropical America in the richness of its avifauna; and nowhere else have so many brilliant discoveries been recently made" (Anker).

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    • Sclater - White-winged Cotinga. 5
      Jul. 02, 2022

      Sclater - White-winged Cotinga. 5

      Est: $200 - $400

      This imperial quarto, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Philip Sclater's Exotic Ornithology containing figures and descriptions of new or rare species of American birds. The work was published in London by Bernard Quaritch between 1866 and 1869. All of the illustrations were completed by Joseph Smit. The lithographs from this work are considered among the finest Smit ever produced. “Smit has done an excellent job with these plates, for the lovingly detailed birds stand out sharply against their backgrounds of trees, branches and leaves. It is obvious that Smit enjoyed painting the leaves as well as the birds, for they are beautifully executed” (Coues) The work was intended to illustrate "the many new and rare ornithologicalic forms that have been recently discovered in nearly every part of the world's surface. As it progressed, however, the authors found that it would be more convenient to restrict it to the birds of the Neotropical Region — that is America south of the United States. No other part of the world can vie with Tropical America in the richness of its avifauna; and nowhere else have so many brilliant discoveries been recently made" (Anker).

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    • Sclater - Bearded Screech Owl. 51
      Jun. 25, 2022

      Sclater - Bearded Screech Owl. 51

      Est: $200 - $400

      This imperial quarto, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Philip Sclater's Exotic Ornithology containing figures and descriptions of new or rare species of American birds. The work was published in London by Bernard Quaritch between 1866 and 1869. All of the illustrations were completed by Joseph Smit. The lithographs from this work are considered among the finest Smit ever produced. “Smit has done an excellent job with these plates, for the lovingly detailed birds stand out sharply against their backgrounds of trees, branches and leaves. It is obvious that Smit enjoyed painting the leaves as well as the birds, for they are beautifully executed” (Coues) The work was intended to illustrate "the many new and rare ornithologicalic forms that have been recently discovered in nearly every part of the world's surface. As it progressed, however, the authors found that it would be more convenient to restrict it to the birds of the Neotropical Region — that is America south of the United States. No other part of the world can vie with Tropical America in the richness of its avifauna; and nowhere else have so many brilliant discoveries been recently made" (Anker).

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    • Sclater - Semiplumbeous Buzzard. 61
      Jun. 25, 2022

      Sclater - Semiplumbeous Buzzard. 61

      Est: $200 - $400

      This imperial quarto, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Philip Sclater's Exotic Ornithology containing figures and descriptions of new or rare species of American birds. The work was published in London by Bernard Quaritch between 1866 and 1869. All of the illustrations were completed by Joseph Smit. The lithographs from this work are considered among the finest Smit ever produced. “Smit has done an excellent job with these plates, for the lovingly detailed birds stand out sharply against their backgrounds of trees, branches and leaves. It is obvious that Smit enjoyed painting the leaves as well as the birds, for they are beautifully executed” (Coues) The work was intended to illustrate "the many new and rare ornithologicalic forms that have been recently discovered in nearly every part of the world's surface. As it progressed, however, the authors found that it would be more convenient to restrict it to the birds of the Neotropical Region — that is America south of the United States. No other part of the world can vie with Tropical America in the richness of its avifauna; and nowhere else have so many brilliant discoveries been recently made" (Anker).

      Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
    • Sclater - Kaup's Buzzard. 38
      Jun. 25, 2022

      Sclater - Kaup's Buzzard. 38

      Est: $200 - $400

      This imperial quarto, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Philip Sclater's Exotic Ornithology containing figures and descriptions of new or rare species of American birds. The work was published in London by Bernard Quaritch between 1866 and 1869. All of the illustrations were completed by Joseph Smit. The lithographs from this work are considered among the finest Smit ever produced. “Smit has done an excellent job with these plates, for the lovingly detailed birds stand out sharply against their backgrounds of trees, branches and leaves. It is obvious that Smit enjoyed painting the leaves as well as the birds, for they are beautifully executed” (Coues) The work was intended to illustrate "the many new and rare ornithologicalic forms that have been recently discovered in nearly every part of the world's surface. As it progressed, however, the authors found that it would be more convenient to restrict it to the birds of the Neotropical Region — that is America south of the United States. No other part of the world can vie with Tropical America in the richness of its avifauna; and nowhere else have so many brilliant discoveries been recently made" (Anker).

      Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
    • Sclater - Gigantic Thrush. 70
      Jun. 25, 2022

      Sclater - Gigantic Thrush. 70

      Est: $200 - $400

      This imperial quarto, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Philip Sclater's Exotic Ornithology containing figures and descriptions of new or rare species of American birds. The work was published in London by Bernard Quaritch between 1866 and 1869. All of the illustrations were completed by Joseph Smit. The lithographs from this work are considered among the finest Smit ever produced. “Smit has done an excellent job with these plates, for the lovingly detailed birds stand out sharply against their backgrounds of trees, branches and leaves. It is obvious that Smit enjoyed painting the leaves as well as the birds, for they are beautifully executed” (Coues) The work was intended to illustrate "the many new and rare ornithologicalic forms that have been recently discovered in nearly every part of the world's surface. As it progressed, however, the authors found that it would be more convenient to restrict it to the birds of the Neotropical Region — that is America south of the United States. No other part of the world can vie with Tropical America in the richness of its avifauna; and nowhere else have so many brilliant discoveries been recently made" (Anker).

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    • Sclater - Lichtenstein's Buzzard-Hawk. 90
      Jun. 18, 2022

      Sclater - Lichtenstein's Buzzard-Hawk. 90

      Est: $200 - $400

      This imperial quarto, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Philip Sclater's Exotic Ornithology containing figures and descriptions of new or rare species of American birds. The work was published in London by Bernard Quaritch between 1866 and 1869. All of the illustrations were completed by Joseph Smit. The lithographs from this work are considered among the finest Smit ever produced. “Smit has done an excellent job with these plates, for the lovingly detailed birds stand out sharply against their backgrounds of trees, branches and leaves. It is obvious that Smit enjoyed painting the leaves as well as the birds, for they are beautifully executed” (Coues) The work was intended to illustrate "the many new and rare ornithologicalic forms that have been recently discovered in nearly every part of the world's surface. As it progressed, however, the authors found that it would be more convenient to restrict it to the birds of the Neotropical Region — that is America south of the United States. No other part of the world can vie with Tropical America in the richness of its avifauna; and nowhere else have so many brilliant discoveries been recently made" (Anker).

      Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
    • Sclater - Azara's Sparrow Hawk. 85
      Jun. 18, 2022

      Sclater - Azara's Sparrow Hawk. 85

      Est: $200 - $400

      This imperial quarto, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Philip Sclater's Exotic Ornithology containing figures and descriptions of new or rare species of American birds. The work was published in London by Bernard Quaritch between 1866 and 1869. All of the illustrations were completed by Joseph Smit. The lithographs from this work are considered among the finest Smit ever produced. “Smit has done an excellent job with these plates, for the lovingly detailed birds stand out sharply against their backgrounds of trees, branches and leaves. It is obvious that Smit enjoyed painting the leaves as well as the birds, for they are beautifully executed” (Coues) The work was intended to illustrate "the many new and rare ornithologicalic forms that have been recently discovered in nearly every part of the world's surface. As it progressed, however, the authors found that it would be more convenient to restrict it to the birds of the Neotropical Region — that is America south of the United States. No other part of the world can vie with Tropical America in the richness of its avifauna; and nowhere else have so many brilliant discoveries been recently made" (Anker).

      Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
    • Sclater - Hoffmann's Conure. 81
      Jun. 18, 2022

      Sclater - Hoffmann's Conure. 81

      Est: $200 - $400

      This imperial quarto, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Philip Sclater's Exotic Ornithology containing figures and descriptions of new or rare species of American birds. The work was published in London by Bernard Quaritch between 1866 and 1869. All of the illustrations were completed by Joseph Smit. The lithographs from this work are considered among the finest Smit ever produced. “Smit has done an excellent job with these plates, for the lovingly detailed birds stand out sharply against their backgrounds of trees, branches and leaves. It is obvious that Smit enjoyed painting the leaves as well as the birds, for they are beautifully executed” (Coues) The work was intended to illustrate "the many new and rare ornithologicalic forms that have been recently discovered in nearly every part of the world's surface. As it progressed, however, the authors found that it would be more convenient to restrict it to the birds of the Neotropical Region — that is America south of the United States. No other part of the world can vie with Tropical America in the richness of its avifauna; and nowhere else have so many brilliant discoveries been recently made" (Anker).

      Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
    • Sclater - Black-sided Hang-Nest. 94
      Jun. 18, 2022

      Sclater - Black-sided Hang-Nest. 94

      Est: $200 - $400

      This imperial quarto, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Philip Sclater's Exotic Ornithology containing figures and descriptions of new or rare species of American birds. The work was published in London by Bernard Quaritch between 1866 and 1869. All of the illustrations were completed by Joseph Smit. The lithographs from this work are considered among the finest Smit ever produced. “Smit has done an excellent job with these plates, for the lovingly detailed birds stand out sharply against their backgrounds of trees, branches and leaves. It is obvious that Smit enjoyed painting the leaves as well as the birds, for they are beautifully executed” (Coues) The work was intended to illustrate "the many new and rare ornithologicalic forms that have been recently discovered in nearly every part of the world's surface. As it progressed, however, the authors found that it would be more convenient to restrict it to the birds of the Neotropical Region — that is America south of the United States. No other part of the world can vie with Tropical America in the richness of its avifauna; and nowhere else have so many brilliant discoveries been recently made" (Anker).

      Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
    • Sclater - Imperial Snipe. 97
      Jun. 18, 2022

      Sclater - Imperial Snipe. 97

      Est: $200 - $400

      This imperial quarto, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Philip Sclater's Exotic Ornithology containing figures and descriptions of new or rare species of American birds. The work was published in London by Bernard Quaritch between 1866 and 1869. All of the illustrations were completed by Joseph Smit. The lithographs from this work are considered among the finest Smit ever produced. “Smit has done an excellent job with these plates, for the lovingly detailed birds stand out sharply against their backgrounds of trees, branches and leaves. It is obvious that Smit enjoyed painting the leaves as well as the birds, for they are beautifully executed” (Coues) The work was intended to illustrate "the many new and rare ornithologicalic forms that have been recently discovered in nearly every part of the world's surface. As it progressed, however, the authors found that it would be more convenient to restrict it to the birds of the Neotropical Region — that is America south of the United States. No other part of the world can vie with Tropical America in the richness of its avifauna; and nowhere else have so many brilliant discoveries been recently made" (Anker).

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    • Sclater - Bar-winged Bittern. 91
      Jun. 18, 2022

      Sclater - Bar-winged Bittern. 91

      Est: $200 - $400

      This imperial quarto, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Philip Sclater's Exotic Ornithology containing figures and descriptions of new or rare species of American birds. The work was published in London by Bernard Quaritch between 1866 and 1869. All of the illustrations were completed by Joseph Smit. The lithographs from this work are considered among the finest Smit ever produced. “Smit has done an excellent job with these plates, for the lovingly detailed birds stand out sharply against their backgrounds of trees, branches and leaves. It is obvious that Smit enjoyed painting the leaves as well as the birds, for they are beautifully executed” (Coues) The work was intended to illustrate "the many new and rare ornithologicalic forms that have been recently discovered in nearly every part of the world's surface. As it progressed, however, the authors found that it would be more convenient to restrict it to the birds of the Neotropical Region — that is America south of the United States. No other part of the world can vie with Tropical America in the richness of its avifauna; and nowhere else have so many brilliant discoveries been recently made" (Anker).

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    • Sclater - Grey-backed Buzzard. 49
      Jun. 04, 2022

      Sclater - Grey-backed Buzzard. 49

      Est: $200 - $400

      This imperial quarto, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Philip Sclater's Exotic Ornithology containing figures and descriptions of new or rare species of American birds. The work was published in London by Bernard Quaritch between 1866 and 1869. All of the illustrations were completed by Joseph Smit. The lithographs from this work are considered among the finest Smit ever produced. “Smit has done an excellent job with these plates, for the lovingly detailed birds stand out sharply against their backgrounds of trees, branches and leaves. It is obvious that Smit enjoyed painting the leaves as well as the birds, for they are beautifully executed” (Coues) The work was intended to illustrate "the many new and rare ornithologicalic forms that have been recently discovered in nearly every part of the world's surface. As it progressed, however, the authors found that it would be more convenient to restrict it to the birds of the Neotropical Region — that is America south of the United States. No other part of the world can vie with Tropical America in the richness of its avifauna; and nowhere else have so many brilliant discoveries been recently made" (Anker).

      Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
    • Sclater - Flammulated Owl. 50
      Jun. 04, 2022

      Sclater - Flammulated Owl. 50

      Est: $200 - $400

      This imperial quarto, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Philip Sclater's Exotic Ornithology containing figures and descriptions of new or rare species of American birds. The work was published in London by Bernard Quaritch between 1866 and 1869. All of the illustrations were completed by Joseph Smit. The lithographs from this work are considered among the finest Smit ever produced. “Smit has done an excellent job with these plates, for the lovingly detailed birds stand out sharply against their backgrounds of trees, branches and leaves. It is obvious that Smit enjoyed painting the leaves as well as the birds, for they are beautifully executed” (Coues) The work was intended to illustrate "the many new and rare ornithologicalic forms that have been recently discovered in nearly every part of the world's surface. As it progressed, however, the authors found that it would be more convenient to restrict it to the birds of the Neotropical Region — that is America south of the United States. No other part of the world can vie with Tropical America in the richness of its avifauna; and nowhere else have so many brilliant discoveries been recently made" (Anker).

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    • Sclater - Blue-crowned Chlorophone. 42
      Jun. 04, 2022

      Sclater - Blue-crowned Chlorophone. 42

      Est: $200 - $400

      This imperial quarto, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Philip Sclater's Exotic Ornithology containing figures and descriptions of new or rare species of American birds. The work was published in London by Bernard Quaritch between 1866 and 1869. All of the illustrations were completed by Joseph Smit. The lithographs from this work are considered among the finest Smit ever produced. “Smit has done an excellent job with these plates, for the lovingly detailed birds stand out sharply against their backgrounds of trees, branches and leaves. It is obvious that Smit enjoyed painting the leaves as well as the birds, for they are beautifully executed” (Coues) The work was intended to illustrate "the many new and rare ornithologicalic forms that have been recently discovered in nearly every part of the world's surface. As it progressed, however, the authors found that it would be more convenient to restrict it to the birds of the Neotropical Region — that is America south of the United States. No other part of the world can vie with Tropical America in the richness of its avifauna; and nowhere else have so many brilliant discoveries been recently made" (Anker).

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    • Sclater - Yellow-fronted Chlorophone. 41
      Jun. 04, 2022

      Sclater - Yellow-fronted Chlorophone. 41

      Est: $200 - $400

      This imperial quarto, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Philip Sclater's Exotic Ornithology containing figures and descriptions of new or rare species of American birds. The work was published in London by Bernard Quaritch between 1866 and 1869. All of the illustrations were completed by Joseph Smit. The lithographs from this work are considered among the finest Smit ever produced. “Smit has done an excellent job with these plates, for the lovingly detailed birds stand out sharply against their backgrounds of trees, branches and leaves. It is obvious that Smit enjoyed painting the leaves as well as the birds, for they are beautifully executed” (Coues) The work was intended to illustrate "the many new and rare ornithologicalic forms that have been recently discovered in nearly every part of the world's surface. As it progressed, however, the authors found that it would be more convenient to restrict it to the birds of the Neotropical Region — that is America south of the United States. No other part of the world can vie with Tropical America in the richness of its avifauna; and nowhere else have so many brilliant discoveries been recently made" (Anker).

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    • Sclater - Orange Lanio. 31
      Jun. 04, 2022

      Sclater - Orange Lanio. 31

      Est: $200 - $400

      This imperial quarto, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Philip Sclater's Exotic Ornithology containing figures and descriptions of new or rare species of American birds. The work was published in London by Bernard Quaritch between 1866 and 1869. All of the illustrations were completed by Joseph Smit. The lithographs from this work are considered among the finest Smit ever produced. “Smit has done an excellent job with these plates, for the lovingly detailed birds stand out sharply against their backgrounds of trees, branches and leaves. It is obvious that Smit enjoyed painting the leaves as well as the birds, for they are beautifully executed” (Coues) The work was intended to illustrate "the many new and rare ornithologicalic forms that have been recently discovered in nearly every part of the world's surface. As it progressed, however, the authors found that it would be more convenient to restrict it to the birds of the Neotropical Region — that is America south of the United States. No other part of the world can vie with Tropical America in the richness of its avifauna; and nowhere else have so many brilliant discoveries been recently made" (Anker).

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    • Sclater - White-throated Lanio. 32
      Jun. 04, 2022

      Sclater - White-throated Lanio. 32

      Est: $200 - $400

      This imperial quarto, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Philip Sclater's Exotic Ornithology containing figures and descriptions of new or rare species of American birds. The work was published in London by Bernard Quaritch between 1866 and 1869. All of the illustrations were completed by Joseph Smit. The lithographs from this work are considered among the finest Smit ever produced. “Smit has done an excellent job with these plates, for the lovingly detailed birds stand out sharply against their backgrounds of trees, branches and leaves. It is obvious that Smit enjoyed painting the leaves as well as the birds, for they are beautifully executed” (Coues) The work was intended to illustrate "the many new and rare ornithologicalic forms that have been recently discovered in nearly every part of the world's surface. As it progressed, however, the authors found that it would be more convenient to restrict it to the birds of the Neotropical Region — that is America south of the United States. No other part of the world can vie with Tropical America in the richness of its avifauna; and nowhere else have so many brilliant discoveries been recently made" (Anker).

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    • Philip Joseph oil
      Mar. 20, 2021

      Philip Joseph oil

      Est: $800 - $1,200

      Philip Joseph (American 20th c.)- ''Parkland in October''- oil on canvas, 2003. signed Philip Joseph lower right, framed, very good condition. 32 x 84''

      Rachel Davis Fine Arts
    • Sclater - Venezuelan Cardinal. 63
      Jun. 06, 2020

      Sclater - Venezuelan Cardinal. 63

      Est: $150 - $300

      This imperial quarto, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Philip Sclater's Exotic Ornithology containing figures and descriptions of new or rare species of American birds. The work was published in London by Bernard Quaritch between 1866 and 1869. All of the illustrations were completed by Joseph Smit. The lithographs from this work are considered among the finest Smit ever produced. “Smit has done an excellent job with these plates, for the lovingly detailed birds stand out sharply against their backgrounds of trees, branches and leaves. It is obvious that Smit enjoyed painting the leaves as well as the birds, for they are beautifully executed” (Coues) The work was intended to illustrate "the many new and rare ornithologicalic forms that have been recently discovered in nearly every part of the world's surface. As it progressed, however, the authors found that it would be more convenient to restrict it to the birds of the Neotropical Region — that is America south of the United States. No other part of the world can vie with Tropical America in the richness of its avifauna; and nowhere else have so many brilliant discoveries been recently made" (Anker).

      Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
    • Philip Joseph. Luminous Landscape
      Mar. 14, 2020

      Philip Joseph. Luminous Landscape

      Est: $500 - $700

      (American, b. 1942). Oil on canvas, signed "Philip Joseph" lr, 36 x 48 in., framed.

      Alex Cooper
    • Sclater & Smit - Naterer's Buzzard-Hawk. 87
      Jan. 12, 2019

      Sclater & Smit - Naterer's Buzzard-Hawk. 87

      Est: $150 - $250

      This imperial quarto, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Philip Sclater's Exotic Ornithology containing figures and descriptions of new or rare species of American birds. The work was published in London by Bernard Quaritch between 1866 and 1869. All of the illustrations were completed by Joseph Smit. The lithographs from this work are considered among the finest Smit ever produced. “Smit has done an excellent job with these plates, for the lovingly detailed birds stand out sharply against their backgrounds of trees, branches and leaves. It is obvious that Smit enjoyed painting the leaves as well as the birds, for they are beautifully executed” (Coues) The work was intended to illustrate "the many new and rare ornithologicalic forms that have been recently discovered in nearly every part of the world's surface. As it progressed, however, the authors found that it would be more convenient to restrict it to the birds of the Neotropical Region — that is America south of the United States. No other part of the world can vie with Tropical America in the richness of its avifauna; and nowhere else have so many brilliant discoveries been recently made" (Anker).

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    • Sclater & Smit - Rufous-winged Rail. 82
      Jan. 12, 2019

      Sclater & Smit - Rufous-winged Rail. 82

      Est: $150 - $250

      This imperial quarto, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Philip Sclater's Exotic Ornithology containing figures and descriptions of new or rare species of American birds. The work was published in London by Bernard Quaritch between 1866 and 1869. All of the illustrations were completed by Joseph Smit. The lithographs from this work are considered among the finest Smit ever produced. “Smit has done an excellent job with these plates, for the lovingly detailed birds stand out sharply against their backgrounds of trees, branches and leaves. It is obvious that Smit enjoyed painting the leaves as well as the birds, for they are beautifully executed” (Coues) The work was intended to illustrate "the many new and rare ornithologicalic forms that have been recently discovered in nearly every part of the world's surface. As it progressed, however, the authors found that it would be more convenient to restrict it to the birds of the Neotropical Region — that is America south of the United States. No other part of the world can vie with Tropical America in the richness of its avifauna; and nowhere else have so many brilliant discoveries been recently made" (Anker).

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