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  • PIERRE JEAN FRANCOIS TURPIN ORIGINAL WATERCOLOR, ACHRAS MAMMOSA SAPOTILLIER MAMMEE POUTERIA SAPOTA OR MAMEY SAPOTE
    Jun. 22, 2024

    PIERRE JEAN FRANCOIS TURPIN ORIGINAL WATERCOLOR, ACHRAS MAMMOSA SAPOTILLIER MAMMEE POUTERIA SAPOTA OR MAMEY SAPOTE

    Est: $75,000 - $125,000

    TURPIN, Pierre Jean Francois ( French, 1775-1840). “Achras mammosa Sapote Espagnole (Achras Mammosa Sapotillier Mammee Pouteria sapota or mamey sapote)”. Watercolor and pencil on paper . Inscribed “Achras mammosa Sapote Espagnole”. Preparatory drawing for F.R. Tussac. Flore des Antilles, ou histoire générale botanique, rurale et economique des végétaux indigènes des Antilles. Paris: chez l’auteur, F. Schoell et Hautel, 1808-1827 Vol. 3 Pl. 6. 17 1/2" x 12 1/4" sheet, 23 3/4" x 20 1/2" framed. Lots 56 - 58 Are The Most Important Natural History Watercolors Relating to the West Indies Ever to Come to Market Pouteria sapota, also known as the mamey sapote, is originally from Mexico and grows in Central America and the Caribbean. The fruit is technically classified as a berry, ranging from pink to orange to red, while the skin is brown and has a texture between sandpaper and the fuzz on a peach. The texture of the fruit is creamy and soft, and the flavor is a combination of sweet potato, pumpkin, honey, prune, peach, apricot, cantaloupe, cherry, and almond. Tussac wrote of this species: “This species of tree, which is called sapotier in Santo Domingo, is found in the lower mountains which dominate the town of Cap-Francais; it is noted for its beautiful stature, its beautiful foliage and the size of its fruits, which provide proof that beauty and goodness are not always found together; for they are hardly edible, and they are never served on tables. They are, however, interesting in one respect; the pit contains an almond nut of such pleasant bitterness and aroma, that the famous liquor maker of Martinique, Madame Amphoux (a fa- mous French distiller), preferred them to the apricot pits/nuts of France, to make the exquisite liqueur which she called crème de core. Every year several small ships arrived in Martinique from Curacao, carrying no other cargo than sapot pits/nuts. It is said that in Malabar they happily eat the flowers of this tree, and put them in the skin to give it a pleasant taste. The wood of this tree is not hard, it is not used for any economic use.” ------ Pierre Jean François Turpin was a French botanist and illustrator. He is considered one of the greatest floral and botanical illustrators during the Napoleonic Era and afterwards. As an artist, Turpin was largely self-taught. In 1794 he was stationed in Haiti as a member of the French Army. Here he met botanist Pierre Antoine Poiteau (1766-1854), through whom, Turpin learned botany, and in the meantime, created numerous botanical field drawings that were to become a basis of further study when the two men returned to France. In regard to their work in Haiti, they were able to describe approximately 800 species of plants. Turpin would have a working relationship with Poiteau throughout his career. Through his collaboration with Poiteau and other naturalists, Turpin created some of the finest watercolors and illustrations of plants that are known to exist.

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  • PIERRE JEAN FRANCOIS TURPIN ORIGINAL WATERCOLOR, CHRYSOPHYLLUM CAINITO OR THE STAR APPLE
    Jun. 22, 2024

    PIERRE JEAN FRANCOIS TURPIN ORIGINAL WATERCOLOR, CHRYSOPHYLLUM CAINITO OR THE STAR APPLE

    Est: $75,000 - $125,000

    TURPIN, Pierre Jean Francois ( French, 1775-1840). “Chrysophyllum cainito casmites (?) a fruit rond (Cainito Pomiferum. Chrysophyllum Cainito or the Star Apple)”. Watercolor and pencil on paper. Inscribed “Chrysophyllum cainito casmites (?) a fruit rond”.Preparatory drawing for F.R. Tussac. Flore des Antilles, ou histoire générale botanique, rurale et economique des végétaux indigènes des Antilles. Paris: chez l’auteur, F. Schoell et Hautel, 1808-1827 Vol. 3, Pl. 9. 18 3/4" x 12" sheet, 23 3/4" x 20 1/2" framed. Lots 56 - 58 Are The Most Important Natural History Watercolors Relating to the West Indies Ever to Come to Market The star apple originated in the Isthmus of Panama, where it was first cultivated. It has since spread to the Greater Antilles and the West Indies, and is now grown in various tropical regions, including Southeast Asia. The fruit is commonly consumed as a fresh dessert and has a sweet taste that is best enjoyed when served chilled. The star apple fruit comes in three different colors: dark purple, greenish brown, and yellow. The purple fruit has a thicker skin and texture, while the greenish brown variety has a thinner skin and a more liquid pulp. The yellow type is less common. Tussac wrote of this tree: “It is with good reason that the famous botanist Jacquin designates the cainito as one of the trees which must most attract the attention of travelers in the forests of the Antilles, by its beautiful stature, by its ample crown, whose foliage, it receives the winds, sometimes offers to the eyes the most cheerful greenery, the best suited to flatter this tree; sometimes, by presenting the underside of its leaves, covered with a down colored gold or silver, recalls the trees made with these two precious metals … The flowers of this tree add nothing to its beauty, they are very small and colorless; but they are followed by fruits of different sizes and colors, depending on the species or varieties, which add a lot to the amenities of these interesting trees. The fruit, the history of which I give here, is the size of a beautiful apple; its skin, very thin, is green on one side, and tinged with red on the other; there is a completely purple variety; these fruits, which we call cainitos, are served on the best tables; we must pay attention to the degree of maturity necessary to eat them, because before this time, the pulp is filled with a white, viscous juice, very unpleasant to taste … It is soft and sweet; we eat it with a small spoon. There are species of cainitos the size of European plums, purple in color above and inside. Others have the shape and almost the size of an olive. The wood of different species of this tree is used for different economic uses; it is quite hard and easy to work with. This tree multiplies easily by its seeds, which you must be careful to sow in the shade, as well as all tree seeds from the West Indies; except, however, in the mountains, where the sun does not burn the youngest plants as in the plains. At three years old, they can be transplanted, taking care to remove as much soil as possible around the roots, because in the Torrid Zones, the roots dry out very quickly if they are bare.” ------ Pierre Jean François Turpin was a French botanist and illustrator. He is considered one of the greatest floral and botanical illustrators during the Napoleonic Era and afterwards. As an artist, Turpin was largely self-taught. In 1794 he was stationed in Haiti as a member of the French Army. Here he met botanist Pierre Antoine Poiteau (1766-1854), through whom, Turpin learned botany, and in the meantime, created numerous botanical field drawings that were to become a basis of further study when the two men returned to France. In regard to their work in Haiti, they were able to describe approximately 800 species of plants. Turpin would have a working relationship with Poiteau throughout his career. Through his collaboration with Poiteau and other naturalists, Turpin created some of the finest watercolors and illustrations of plants that are known to exist.

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  • Turpin - 8 Animal Engravings (Lion, Rabbit, Sloth, Bears, Porcupine, Squirrel)
    Feb. 03, 2024

    Turpin - 8 Animal Engravings (Lion, Rabbit, Sloth, Bears, Porcupine, Squirrel)

    Est: $300 - $600

    This rare stipple engraving with original hand-coloring is from Pierre Jean Francis Turpin's Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles. The work was published in France by Levrault in 1816. The engravins were completed by Jean-Gabriel Pretre. The work depicts a vast array of images from the animal and plant kingdom. Turpin was noted as one of the greatest botanical and natural history engravers of his time. He began his study of natural history while he was stationed in Haiti in 1794 as a member of the French Army. It was during this time he met the botanist Pierre Antoine Poiteau. The pair began to create botanical field drawings, and this inspired Turpin's passion for natural history. He was a largely self taught artist.

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  • Turpin - 12 Monkey or Primate Engravings
    Feb. 03, 2024

    Turpin - 12 Monkey or Primate Engravings

    Est: $300 - $600

    This rare stipple engraving with original hand-coloring is from Pierre Jean Francis Turpin's Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles. The work was published in France by Levrault in 1816. The engravins were completed by Jean-Gabriel Pretre. The work depicts a vast array of images from the animal and plant kingdom. Turpin was noted as one of the greatest botanical and natural history engravers of his time. He began his study of natural history while he was stationed in Haiti in 1794 as a member of the French Army. It was during this time he met the botanist Pierre Antoine Poiteau. The pair began to create botanical field drawings, and this inspired Turpin's passion for natural history. He was a largely self taught artist.

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  • Turpin - 5 Bat Engravings
    Feb. 03, 2024

    Turpin - 5 Bat Engravings

    Est: $200 - $400

    This rare stipple engraving with original hand-coloring is from Pierre Jean Francis Turpin's Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles. The work was published in France by Levrault in 1816. The engravins were completed by Jean-Gabriel Pretre. The work depicts a vast array of images from the animal and plant kingdom. Turpin was noted as one of the greatest botanical and natural history engravers of his time. He began his study of natural history while he was stationed in Haiti in 1794 as a member of the French Army. It was during this time he met the botanist Pierre Antoine Poiteau. The pair began to create botanical field drawings, and this inspired Turpin's passion for natural history. He was a largely self taught artist.

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  • Turpin - 7 Engravings of Seals, Walrus, Sea Lion, Dolphins
    Feb. 03, 2024

    Turpin - 7 Engravings of Seals, Walrus, Sea Lion, Dolphins

    Est: $300 - $600

    This rare stipple engraving with original hand-coloring is from Pierre Jean Francis Turpin's Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles. The work was published in France by Levrault in 1816. The engravins were completed by Jean-Gabriel Pretre. The work depicts a vast array of images from the animal and plant kingdom. Turpin was noted as one of the greatest botanical and natural history engravers of his time. He began his study of natural history while he was stationed in Haiti in 1794 as a member of the French Army. It was during this time he met the botanist Pierre Antoine Poiteau. The pair began to create botanical field drawings, and this inspired Turpin's passion for natural history. He was a largely self taught artist.

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  • Turpin - 16 Crustacean Engravings: Lobster, Crab
    Feb. 03, 2024

    Turpin - 16 Crustacean Engravings: Lobster, Crab

    Est: $400 - $800

    This rare stipple engraving with original hand-coloring is from Pierre Jean Francis Turpin's Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles. The work was published in France by Levrault in 1816. The engravins were completed by Jean-Gabriel Pretre. The work depicts a vast array of images from the animal and plant kingdom. Turpin was noted as one of the greatest botanical and natural history engravers of his time. He began his study of natural history while he was stationed in Haiti in 1794 as a member of the French Army. It was during this time he met the botanist Pierre Antoine Poiteau. The pair began to create botanical field drawings, and this inspired Turpin's passion for natural history. He was a largely self taught artist.

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  • Turpin - 12 Shell Engravings
    Feb. 03, 2024

    Turpin - 12 Shell Engravings

    Est: $300 - $600

    This rare stipple engraving with original hand-coloring is from Pierre Jean Francis Turpin's Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles. The work was published in France by Levrault in 1816. The engravins were completed by Jean-Gabriel Pretre. The work depicts a vast array of images from the animal and plant kingdom. Turpin was noted as one of the greatest botanical and natural history engravers of his time. He began his study of natural history while he was stationed in Haiti in 1794 as a member of the French Army. It was during this time he met the botanist Pierre Antoine Poiteau. The pair began to create botanical field drawings, and this inspired Turpin's passion for natural history. He was a largely self taught artist.

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  • Turpin - 15 Insect Engravings: Locust, Beetle
    Feb. 03, 2024

    Turpin - 15 Insect Engravings: Locust, Beetle

    Est: $400 - $800

    This rare stipple engraving with original hand-coloring is from Pierre Jean Francis Turpin's Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles. The work was published in France by Levrault in 1816. The engravins were completed by Jean-Gabriel Pretre. The work depicts a vast array of images from the animal and plant kingdom. Turpin was noted as one of the greatest botanical and natural history engravers of his time. He began his study of natural history while he was stationed in Haiti in 1794 as a member of the French Army. It was during this time he met the botanist Pierre Antoine Poiteau. The pair began to create botanical field drawings, and this inspired Turpin's passion for natural history. He was a largely self taught artist.

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  • Turpin - 4 Botanical Engravings (Cannonball Tree & Autograph Tree with Anatomical Plates)
    Sep. 16, 2023

    Turpin - 4 Botanical Engravings (Cannonball Tree & Autograph Tree with Anatomical Plates)

    Est: $200 - $500

    This rare stipple engraving with original hand-coloring is from Pierre Jean Francis Turpin's Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles. The work was published in France by Levrault in 1816. The engravins were completed by Jean-Gabriel Pretre. The work depicts a vast array of images from the animal and plant kingdom. Turpin was noted as one of the greatest botanical and natural history engravers of his time. He began his study of natural history while he was stationed in Haiti in 1794 as a member of the French Army. It was during this time he met the botanist Pierre Antoine Poiteau. The pair began to create botanical field drawings, and this inspired Turpin's passion for natural history. He was a largely self taught artist.

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  • Turpin - Pair of Botanical Engravings (Stapelia or Carion Flower & Protea)
    Sep. 16, 2023

    Turpin - Pair of Botanical Engravings (Stapelia or Carion Flower & Protea)

    Est: $200 - $500

    This rare stipple engraving with original hand-coloring is from Pierre Jean Francis Turpin's Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles. The work was published in France by Levrault in 1816. The engravins were completed by Jean-Gabriel Pretre. The work depicts a vast array of images from the animal and plant kingdom. Turpin was noted as one of the greatest botanical and natural history engravers of his time. He began his study of natural history while he was stationed in Haiti in 1794 as a member of the French Army. It was during this time he met the botanist Pierre Antoine Poiteau. The pair began to create botanical field drawings, and this inspired Turpin's passion for natural history. He was a largely self taught artist.

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  • Turpin - 5 Fruit or Nut Engravings
    Sep. 16, 2023

    Turpin - 5 Fruit or Nut Engravings

    Est: $200 - $500

    This rare stipple engraving with original hand-coloring is from Pierre Jean Francis Turpin's Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles. The work was published in France by Levrault in 1816. The engravins were completed by Jean-Gabriel Pretre. The work depicts a vast array of images from the animal and plant kingdom. Turpin was noted as one of the greatest botanical and natural history engravers of his time. He began his study of natural history while he was stationed in Haiti in 1794 as a member of the French Army. It was during this time he met the botanist Pierre Antoine Poiteau. The pair began to create botanical field drawings, and this inspired Turpin's passion for natural history. He was a largely self taught artist.

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  • Turpin - Carnivorous Pitcher Plant (Nepenthes Indica)
    Sep. 16, 2023

    Turpin - Carnivorous Pitcher Plant (Nepenthes Indica)

    Est: $100 - $300

    This rare stipple engraving with original hand-coloring is from Pierre Jean Francis Turpin's Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles. The work was published in France by Levrault in 1816. The engravins were completed by Jean-Gabriel Pretre. The work depicts a vast array of images from the animal and plant kingdom. Turpin was noted as one of the greatest botanical and natural history engravers of his time. He began his study of natural history while he was stationed in Haiti in 1794 as a member of the French Army. It was during this time he met the botanist Pierre Antoine Poiteau. The pair began to create botanical field drawings, and this inspired Turpin's passion for natural history. He was a largely self taught artist.

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  • Turpin - 9 Botanical Engravings
    Sep. 02, 2023

    Turpin - 9 Botanical Engravings

    Est: $400 - $800

    This rare stipple engraving with original hand-coloring is from Pierre Jean Francis Turpin's Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles. The work was published in France by Levrault in 1816. The engravins were completed by Jean-Gabriel Pretre. The work depicts a vast array of images from the animal and plant kingdom. Turpin was noted as one of the greatest botanical and natural history engravers of his time. He began his study of natural history while he was stationed in Haiti in 1794 as a member of the French Army. It was during this time he met the botanist Pierre Antoine Poiteau. The pair began to create botanical field drawings, and this inspired Turpin's passion for natural history. He was a largely self taught artist.

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  • Turpin - 5 Flowering Branch Engravings: Magnolia, Mamey & Sugar Apple, Orange
    Aug. 26, 2023

    Turpin - 5 Flowering Branch Engravings: Magnolia, Mamey & Sugar Apple, Orange

    Est: $300 - $600

    This rare stipple engraving with original hand-coloring is from Pierre Jean Francis Turpin's Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles. The work was published in France by Levrault in 1816. The engravins were completed by Jean-Gabriel Pretre. The work depicts a vast array of images from the animal and plant kingdom. Turpin was noted as one of the greatest botanical and natural history engravers of his time. He began his study of natural history while he was stationed in Haiti in 1794 as a member of the French Army. It was during this time he met the botanist Pierre Antoine Poiteau. The pair began to create botanical field drawings, and this inspired Turpin's passion for natural history. He was a largely self taught artist.

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  • Turpin - Pair of Water Lily Engravings
    Aug. 26, 2023

    Turpin - Pair of Water Lily Engravings

    Est: $200 - $400

    This rare stipple engraving with original hand-coloring is from Pierre Jean Francis Turpin's Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles. The work was published in France by Levrault in 1816. The engravins were completed by Jean-Gabriel Pretre. The work depicts a vast array of images from the animal and plant kingdom. Turpin was noted as one of the greatest botanical and natural history engravers of his time. He began his study of natural history while he was stationed in Haiti in 1794 as a member of the French Army. It was during this time he met the botanist Pierre Antoine Poiteau. The pair began to create botanical field drawings, and this inspired Turpin's passion for natural history. He was a largely self taught artist.

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  • Turpin - 5 Fruit or Nut Engravings: Fig, Pistachio, Cashew, Mango
    Aug. 26, 2023

    Turpin - 5 Fruit or Nut Engravings: Fig, Pistachio, Cashew, Mango

    Est: $300 - $600

    This rare stipple engraving with original hand-coloring is from Pierre Jean Francis Turpin's Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles. The work was published in France by Levrault in 1816. The engravins were completed by Jean-Gabriel Pretre. The work depicts a vast array of images from the animal and plant kingdom. Turpin was noted as one of the greatest botanical and natural history engravers of his time. He began his study of natural history while he was stationed in Haiti in 1794 as a member of the French Army. It was during this time he met the botanist Pierre Antoine Poiteau. The pair began to create botanical field drawings, and this inspired Turpin's passion for natural history. He was a largely self taught artist.

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  • Turpin - 7 Engravings of Palms
    Aug. 26, 2023

    Turpin - 7 Engravings of Palms

    Est: $300 - $600

    This rare stipple engraving with original hand-coloring is from Pierre Jean Francis Turpin's Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles. The work was published in France by Levrault in 1816. The engravins were completed by Jean-Gabriel Pretre. The work depicts a vast array of images from the animal and plant kingdom. Turpin was noted as one of the greatest botanical and natural history engravers of his time. He began his study of natural history while he was stationed in Haiti in 1794 as a member of the French Army. It was during this time he met the botanist Pierre Antoine Poiteau. The pair began to create botanical field drawings, and this inspired Turpin's passion for natural history. He was a largely self taught artist.

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  • Turpin - 4 Palm Engravings
    Aug. 26, 2023

    Turpin - 4 Palm Engravings

    Est: $300 - $600

    This rare stipple engraving with original hand-coloring is from Pierre Jean Francis Turpin's Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles. The work was published in France by Levrault in 1816. The engravins were completed by Jean-Gabriel Pretre. The work depicts a vast array of images from the animal and plant kingdom. Turpin was noted as one of the greatest botanical and natural history engravers of his time. He began his study of natural history while he was stationed in Haiti in 1794 as a member of the French Army. It was during this time he met the botanist Pierre Antoine Poiteau. The pair began to create botanical field drawings, and this inspired Turpin's passion for natural history. He was a largely self taught artist.

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  • Turpin - Pair of Botanical Engravings: Banana
    Aug. 05, 2023

    Turpin - Pair of Botanical Engravings: Banana

    Est: $200 - $400

    This rare stipple engraving with original hand-coloring is from Pierre Jean Francis Turpin's Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles. The work was published in France by Levrault in 1816. The engravins were completed by Jean-Gabriel Pretre. The work depicts a vast array of images from the animal and plant kingdom. Turpin was noted as one of the greatest botanical and natural history engravers of his time. He began his study of natural history while he was stationed in Haiti in 1794 as a member of the French Army. It was during this time he met the botanist Pierre Antoine Poiteau. The pair began to create botanical field drawings, and this inspired Turpin's passion for natural history. He was a largely self taught artist.

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  • Turpin - Pair of Botanical Engravings: Sago Palm
    Aug. 05, 2023

    Turpin - Pair of Botanical Engravings: Sago Palm

    Est: $200 - $400

    This rare stipple engraving with original hand-coloring is from Pierre Jean Francis Turpin's Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles. The work was published in France by Levrault in 1816. The engravins were completed by Jean-Gabriel Pretre. The work depicts a vast array of images from the animal and plant kingdom. Turpin was noted as one of the greatest botanical and natural history engravers of his time. He began his study of natural history while he was stationed in Haiti in 1794 as a member of the French Army. It was during this time he met the botanist Pierre Antoine Poiteau. The pair began to create botanical field drawings, and this inspired Turpin's passion for natural history. He was a largely self taught artist.

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  • Turpin - Pair of Botanical Engravings: Palm
    Aug. 05, 2023

    Turpin - Pair of Botanical Engravings: Palm

    Est: $200 - $400

    This rare stipple engraving with original hand-coloring is from Pierre Jean Francis Turpin's Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles. The work was published in France by Levrault in 1816. The engravins were completed by Jean-Gabriel Pretre. The work depicts a vast array of images from the animal and plant kingdom. Turpin was noted as one of the greatest botanical and natural history engravers of his time. He began his study of natural history while he was stationed in Haiti in 1794 as a member of the French Army. It was during this time he met the botanist Pierre Antoine Poiteau. The pair began to create botanical field drawings, and this inspired Turpin's passion for natural history. He was a largely self taught artist.

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  • Turpin - Pair of Botanical Engravings: Sago Palm
    Aug. 05, 2023

    Turpin - Pair of Botanical Engravings: Sago Palm

    Est: $200 - $400

    This rare stipple engraving with original hand-coloring is from Pierre Jean Francis Turpin's Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles. The work was published in France by Levrault in 1816. The engravins were completed by Jean-Gabriel Pretre. The work depicts a vast array of images from the animal and plant kingdom. Turpin was noted as one of the greatest botanical and natural history engravers of his time. He began his study of natural history while he was stationed in Haiti in 1794 as a member of the French Army. It was during this time he met the botanist Pierre Antoine Poiteau. The pair began to create botanical field drawings, and this inspired Turpin's passion for natural history. He was a largely self taught artist.

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  • Turpin - Pair of Botanical Engravings: Amaryllis & Crown Imperial Lily
    Aug. 05, 2023

    Turpin - Pair of Botanical Engravings: Amaryllis & Crown Imperial Lily

    Est: $200 - $400

    This rare stipple engraving with original hand-coloring is from Pierre Jean Francis Turpin's Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles. The work was published in France by Levrault in 1816. The engravins were completed by Jean-Gabriel Pretre. The work depicts a vast array of images from the animal and plant kingdom. Turpin was noted as one of the greatest botanical and natural history engravers of his time. He began his study of natural history while he was stationed in Haiti in 1794 as a member of the French Army. It was during this time he met the botanist Pierre Antoine Poiteau. The pair began to create botanical field drawings, and this inspired Turpin's passion for natural history. He was a largely self taught artist.

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  • Turpin - Pair of Botanical Engravings: Orchid & Lady's Slipper Orchid
    Aug. 05, 2023

    Turpin - Pair of Botanical Engravings: Orchid & Lady's Slipper Orchid

    Est: $200 - $400

    This rare stipple engraving with original hand-coloring is from Pierre Jean Francis Turpin's Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles. The work was published in France by Levrault in 1816. The engravins were completed by Jean-Gabriel Pretre. The work depicts a vast array of images from the animal and plant kingdom. Turpin was noted as one of the greatest botanical and natural history engravers of his time. He began his study of natural history while he was stationed in Haiti in 1794 as a member of the French Army. It was during this time he met the botanist Pierre Antoine Poiteau. The pair began to create botanical field drawings, and this inspired Turpin's passion for natural history. He was a largely self taught artist.

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  • Turpin - Pair of Sea Life Engravings (Jellyfish)
    May. 06, 2023

    Turpin - Pair of Sea Life Engravings (Jellyfish)

    Est: $200 - $400

    This rare stipple engraving with original hand-coloring is from Pierre Jean Francis Turpin's Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles. The work was published in France by Levrault in 1816. The engravins were completed by Jean-Gabriel Pretre. The work depicts a vast array of images from the animal and plant kingdom. Turpin was noted as one of the greatest botanical and natural history engravers of his time. He began his study of natural history while he was stationed in Haiti in 1794 as a member of the French Army. It was during this time he met the botanist Pierre Antoine Poiteau. The pair began to create botanical field drawings, and this inspired Turpin's passion for natural history. He was a largely self taught artist.

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  • Turpin - Pair of Fish Engravings
    Apr. 29, 2023

    Turpin - Pair of Fish Engravings

    Est: $150 - $300

    This rare stipple engraving with original hand-coloring is from Pierre Jean Francis Turpin's Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles. The work was published in France by Levrault in 1816. The engravins were completed by Jean-Gabriel Pretre. The work depicts a vast array of images from the animal and plant kingdom. Turpin was noted as one of the greatest botanical and natural history engravers of his time. He began his study of natural history while he was stationed in Haiti in 1794 as a member of the French Army. It was during this time he met the botanist Pierre Antoine Poiteau. The pair began to create botanical field drawings, and this inspired Turpin's passion for natural history. He was a largely self taught artist.

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  • Turpin - 6 Fish Engravings
    Apr. 29, 2023

    Turpin - 6 Fish Engravings

    Est: $300 - $600

    This rare stipple engraving with original hand-coloring is from Pierre Jean Francis Turpin's Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles. The work was published in France by Levrault in 1816. The engravins were completed by Jean-Gabriel Pretre. The work depicts a vast array of images from the animal and plant kingdom. Turpin was noted as one of the greatest botanical and natural history engravers of his time. He began his study of natural history while he was stationed in Haiti in 1794 as a member of the French Army. It was during this time he met the botanist Pierre Antoine Poiteau. The pair began to create botanical field drawings, and this inspired Turpin's passion for natural history. He was a largely self taught artist.

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  • Turpin - 5 Fish Engravings
    Apr. 29, 2023

    Turpin - 5 Fish Engravings

    Est: $300 - $600

    This rare stipple engraving with original hand-coloring is from Pierre Jean Francis Turpin's Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles. The work was published in France by Levrault in 1816. The engravins were completed by Jean-Gabriel Pretre. The work depicts a vast array of images from the animal and plant kingdom. Turpin was noted as one of the greatest botanical and natural history engravers of his time. He began his study of natural history while he was stationed in Haiti in 1794 as a member of the French Army. It was during this time he met the botanist Pierre Antoine Poiteau. The pair began to create botanical field drawings, and this inspired Turpin's passion for natural history. He was a largely self taught artist.

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  • Turpin - 3 Fish Engravings
    Apr. 29, 2023

    Turpin - 3 Fish Engravings

    Est: $200 - $400

    This rare stipple engraving with original hand-coloring is from Pierre Jean Francis Turpin's Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles. The work was published in France by Levrault in 1816. The engravins were completed by Jean-Gabriel Pretre. The work depicts a vast array of images from the animal and plant kingdom. Turpin was noted as one of the greatest botanical and natural history engravers of his time. He began his study of natural history while he was stationed in Haiti in 1794 as a member of the French Army. It was during this time he met the botanist Pierre Antoine Poiteau. The pair began to create botanical field drawings, and this inspired Turpin's passion for natural history. He was a largely self taught artist.

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  • Turpin - 4 Fish or Sea Life Engravings
    Apr. 29, 2023

    Turpin - 4 Fish or Sea Life Engravings

    Est: $200 - $400

    This rare stipple engraving with original hand-coloring is from Pierre Jean Francis Turpin's Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles. The work was published in France by Levrault in 1816. The engravins were completed by Jean-Gabriel Pretre. The work depicts a vast array of images from the animal and plant kingdom. Turpin was noted as one of the greatest botanical and natural history engravers of his time. He began his study of natural history while he was stationed in Haiti in 1794 as a member of the French Army. It was during this time he met the botanist Pierre Antoine Poiteau. The pair began to create botanical field drawings, and this inspired Turpin's passion for natural history. He was a largely self taught artist.

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  • Turpin - Pair of Nautilus Shell Engravings
    Apr. 29, 2023

    Turpin - Pair of Nautilus Shell Engravings

    Est: $150 - $300

    This rare stipple engraving with original hand-coloring is from Pierre Jean Francis Turpin's Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles. The work was published in France by Levrault in 1816. The engravins were completed by Jean-Gabriel Pretre. The work depicts a vast array of images from the animal and plant kingdom. Turpin was noted as one of the greatest botanical and natural history engravers of his time. He began his study of natural history while he was stationed in Haiti in 1794 as a member of the French Army. It was during this time he met the botanist Pierre Antoine Poiteau. The pair began to create botanical field drawings, and this inspired Turpin's passion for natural history. He was a largely self taught artist.

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  • Turpin - 6 Shell Engravings
    Apr. 29, 2023

    Turpin - 6 Shell Engravings

    Est: $300 - $600

    This rare stipple engraving with original hand-coloring is from Pierre Jean Francis Turpin's Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles. The work was published in France by Levrault in 1816. The engravins were completed by Jean-Gabriel Pretre. The work depicts a vast array of images from the animal and plant kingdom. Turpin was noted as one of the greatest botanical and natural history engravers of his time. He began his study of natural history while he was stationed in Haiti in 1794 as a member of the French Army. It was during this time he met the botanist Pierre Antoine Poiteau. The pair began to create botanical field drawings, and this inspired Turpin's passion for natural history. He was a largely self taught artist.

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  • Turpin - 6 Ray Engravings
    Apr. 22, 2023

    Turpin - 6 Ray Engravings

    Est: $300 - $600

    This rare stipple engraving with original hand-coloring is from Pierre Jean Francis Turpin's Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles. The work was published in France by Levrault in 1816. The engravins were completed by Jean-Gabriel Pretre. The work depicts a vast array of images from the animal and plant kingdom. Turpin was noted as one of the greatest botanical and natural history engravers of his time. He began his study of natural history while he was stationed in Haiti in 1794 as a member of the French Army. It was during this time he met the botanist Pierre Antoine Poiteau. The pair began to create botanical field drawings, and this inspired Turpin's passion for natural history. He was a largely self taught artist.

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  • Turpin - 3 Fish Engravings
    Apr. 22, 2023

    Turpin - 3 Fish Engravings

    Est: $200 - $400

    This rare stipple engraving with original hand-coloring is from Pierre Jean Francis Turpin's Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles. The work was published in France by Levrault in 1816. The engravins were completed by Jean-Gabriel Pretre. The work depicts a vast array of images from the animal and plant kingdom. Turpin was noted as one of the greatest botanical and natural history engravers of his time. He began his study of natural history while he was stationed in Haiti in 1794 as a member of the French Army. It was during this time he met the botanist Pierre Antoine Poiteau. The pair began to create botanical field drawings, and this inspired Turpin's passion for natural history. He was a largely self taught artist.

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  • Turpin - Pair of Fish Engravings (Mackerel, Amberjack)
    Apr. 22, 2023

    Turpin - Pair of Fish Engravings (Mackerel, Amberjack)

    Est: $200 - $400

    This rare stipple engraving with original hand-coloring is from Pierre Jean Francis Turpin's Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles. The work was published in France by Levrault in 1816. The engravins were completed by Jean-Gabriel Pretre. The work depicts a vast array of images from the animal and plant kingdom. Turpin was noted as one of the greatest botanical and natural history engravers of his time. He began his study of natural history while he was stationed in Haiti in 1794 as a member of the French Army. It was during this time he met the botanist Pierre Antoine Poiteau. The pair began to create botanical field drawings, and this inspired Turpin's passion for natural history. He was a largely self taught artist.

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  • Turpin - 4 Fish Engravings
    Apr. 22, 2023

    Turpin - 4 Fish Engravings

    Est: $300 - $600

    This rare stipple engraving with original hand-coloring is from Pierre Jean Francis Turpin's Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles. The work was published in France by Levrault in 1816. The engravins were completed by Jean-Gabriel Pretre. The work depicts a vast array of images from the animal and plant kingdom. Turpin was noted as one of the greatest botanical and natural history engravers of his time. He began his study of natural history while he was stationed in Haiti in 1794 as a member of the French Army. It was during this time he met the botanist Pierre Antoine Poiteau. The pair began to create botanical field drawings, and this inspired Turpin's passion for natural history. He was a largely self taught artist.

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  • Turpin - Pair of Flying Fish Engravings
    Apr. 22, 2023

    Turpin - Pair of Flying Fish Engravings

    Est: $200 - $400

    This rare stipple engraving with original hand-coloring is from Pierre Jean Francis Turpin's Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles. The work was published in France by Levrault in 1816. The engravins were completed by Jean-Gabriel Pretre. The work depicts a vast array of images from the animal and plant kingdom. Turpin was noted as one of the greatest botanical and natural history engravers of his time. He began his study of natural history while he was stationed in Haiti in 1794 as a member of the French Army. It was during this time he met the botanist Pierre Antoine Poiteau. The pair began to create botanical field drawings, and this inspired Turpin's passion for natural history. He was a largely self taught artist.

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  • Turpin - Sea Dragon, Paddlefish
    Apr. 22, 2023

    Turpin - Sea Dragon, Paddlefish

    Est: $150 - $300

    This rare stipple engraving with original hand-coloring is from Pierre Jean Francis Turpin's Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles. The work was published in France by Levrault in 1816. The engravins were completed by Jean-Gabriel Pretre. The work depicts a vast array of images from the animal and plant kingdom. Turpin was noted as one of the greatest botanical and natural history engravers of his time. He began his study of natural history while he was stationed in Haiti in 1794 as a member of the French Army. It was during this time he met the botanist Pierre Antoine Poiteau. The pair began to create botanical field drawings, and this inspired Turpin's passion for natural history. He was a largely self taught artist.

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  • Turpin - 6 Bird Engravings
    Apr. 15, 2023

    Turpin - 6 Bird Engravings

    Est: $400 - $800

    This rare stipple engraving with original hand-coloring is from Pierre Jean Francis Turpin's Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles. The work was published in France by Levrault in 1816. The engravins were completed by Jean-Gabriel Pretre. The work depicts a vast array of images from the animal and plant kingdom. Turpin was noted as one of the greatest botanical and natural history engravers of his time. He began his study of natural history while he was stationed in Haiti in 1794 as a member of the French Army. It was during this time he met the botanist Pierre Antoine Poiteau. The pair began to create botanical field drawings, and this inspired Turpin's passion for natural history. He was a largely self taught artist.

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  • Turpin - Seahorse & Pipefish
    Apr. 08, 2023

    Turpin - Seahorse & Pipefish

    Est: $200 - $400

    This rare stipple engraving with original hand-coloring is from Pierre Jean Francis Turpin's Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles. The work was published in France by Levrault in 1816. The engravins were completed by Jean-Gabriel Pretre. The work depicts a vast array of images from the animal and plant kingdom. Turpin was noted as one of the greatest botanical and natural history engravers of his time. He began his study of natural history while he was stationed in Haiti in 1794 as a member of the French Army. It was during this time he met the botanist Pierre Antoine Poiteau. The pair began to create botanical field drawings, and this inspired Turpin's passion for natural history. He was a largely self taught artist.

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  • Turpin - Cornetfish & Trumpetfish
    Apr. 08, 2023

    Turpin - Cornetfish & Trumpetfish

    Est: $200 - $400

    This rare stipple engraving with original hand-coloring is from Pierre Jean Francis Turpin's Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles. The work was published in France by Levrault in 1816. The engravins were completed by Jean-Gabriel Pretre. The work depicts a vast array of images from the animal and plant kingdom. Turpin was noted as one of the greatest botanical and natural history engravers of his time. He began his study of natural history while he was stationed in Haiti in 1794 as a member of the French Army. It was during this time he met the botanist Pierre Antoine Poiteau. The pair began to create botanical field drawings, and this inspired Turpin's passion for natural history. He was a largely self taught artist.

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  • Turpin - Swordfish
    Apr. 08, 2023

    Turpin - Swordfish

    Est: $200 - $400

    This rare stipple engraving with original hand-coloring is from Pierre Jean Francis Turpin's Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles. The work was published in France by Levrault in 1816. The engravins were completed by Jean-Gabriel Pretre. The work depicts a vast array of images from the animal and plant kingdom. Turpin was noted as one of the greatest botanical and natural history engravers of his time. He began his study of natural history while he was stationed in Haiti in 1794 as a member of the French Army. It was during this time he met the botanist Pierre Antoine Poiteau. The pair began to create botanical field drawings, and this inspired Turpin's passion for natural history. He was a largely self taught artist.

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  • Turpin - Sailfish
    Apr. 08, 2023

    Turpin - Sailfish

    Est: $200 - $400

    This rare stipple engraving with original hand-coloring is from Pierre Jean Francis Turpin's Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles. The work was published in France by Levrault in 1816. The engravins were completed by Jean-Gabriel Pretre. The work depicts a vast array of images from the animal and plant kingdom. Turpin was noted as one of the greatest botanical and natural history engravers of his time. He began his study of natural history while he was stationed in Haiti in 1794 as a member of the French Army. It was during this time he met the botanist Pierre Antoine Poiteau. The pair began to create botanical field drawings, and this inspired Turpin's passion for natural history. He was a largely self taught artist.

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  • Turpin - Fish
    Apr. 08, 2023

    Turpin - Fish

    Est: $200 - $400

    This rare stipple engraving with original hand-coloring is from Pierre Jean Francis Turpin's Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles. The work was published in France by Levrault in 1816. The engravins were completed by Jean-Gabriel Pretre. The work depicts a vast array of images from the animal and plant kingdom. Turpin was noted as one of the greatest botanical and natural history engravers of his time. He began his study of natural history while he was stationed in Haiti in 1794 as a member of the French Army. It was during this time he met the botanist Pierre Antoine Poiteau. The pair began to create botanical field drawings, and this inspired Turpin's passion for natural history. He was a largely self taught artist.

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  • Turpin - 8 Shark Engravings (inc. Hammerhead & Sawfish)
    Apr. 08, 2023

    Turpin - 8 Shark Engravings (inc. Hammerhead & Sawfish)

    Est: $400 - $800

    This rare stipple engraving with original hand-coloring is from Pierre Jean Francis Turpin's Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles. The work was published in France by Levrault in 1816. The engravins were completed by Jean-Gabriel Pretre. The work depicts a vast array of images from the animal and plant kingdom. Turpin was noted as one of the greatest botanical and natural history engravers of his time. He began his study of natural history while he was stationed in Haiti in 1794 as a member of the French Army. It was during this time he met the botanist Pierre Antoine Poiteau. The pair began to create botanical field drawings, and this inspired Turpin's passion for natural history. He was a largely self taught artist.

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  • Turpin - 7 Eels or Sea Life Engravings
    Apr. 08, 2023

    Turpin - 7 Eels or Sea Life Engravings

    Est: $400 - $800

    This rare stipple engraving with original hand-coloring is from Pierre Jean Francis Turpin's Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles. The work was published in France by Levrault in 1816. The engravins were completed by Jean-Gabriel Pretre. The work depicts a vast array of images from the animal and plant kingdom. Turpin was noted as one of the greatest botanical and natural history engravers of his time. He began his study of natural history while he was stationed in Haiti in 1794 as a member of the French Army. It was during this time he met the botanist Pierre Antoine Poiteau. The pair began to create botanical field drawings, and this inspired Turpin's passion for natural history. He was a largely self taught artist.

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  • Turpin - 6 Snake Engravings
    Apr. 08, 2023

    Turpin - 6 Snake Engravings

    Est: $400 - $800

    This rare stipple engraving with original hand-coloring is from Pierre Jean Francis Turpin's Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles. The work was published in France by Levrault in 1816. The engravins were completed by Jean-Gabriel Pretre. The work depicts a vast array of images from the animal and plant kingdom. Turpin was noted as one of the greatest botanical and natural history engravers of his time. He began his study of natural history while he was stationed in Haiti in 1794 as a member of the French Army. It was during this time he met the botanist Pierre Antoine Poiteau. The pair began to create botanical field drawings, and this inspired Turpin's passion for natural history. He was a largely self taught artist.

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