Machetes Pugnax. Ruff and Reeve in the plumage of the first autumn. [Framed, Color Lithographic Bird Print by John Gould].

Gould, John (1804-81).

Published by Engraved lower line reads: J.Gould & H.C. Richter; del. et lith. MACHETES PUGNAX Ruff and Reeve in the plumage of the first autumn Walter Imp. Color lithograph from Gould's "Birds of Great Britain" (1862-73).

About this Item

Size of framed print: 18" x 11 1/2"; size of colored image: 14 3/4" x 8 1/2". Size of frame: 26" x 19" x 1/2" (thick). This print was originally framed over fifty years ago, in a simple, flat-edged, varnished, light-colored wood frame. It was re-matted and mounted & rebacked, using the same frame in the 1990's. The background surface of the print shows visible age-tanning, print edges have some chipping (not visible when framed). Scan shows the central portion of the image of the birds, but not the entire image. Frame is glass-fronted & with new backing & hanging wire. Can be sold, or shipped without the glass or frame. Weight framed: 5 lbs. Sold as a decorative item only.

Seller Inventory # ABE-217758718

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Machetes Pugnax. Ruff and Reeve in the plumage of the first autumn. [Framed, Color Lithographic Bird Print by John Gould].
• Publisher: Engraved lower line reads: J.Gould & H.C. Richter; del. et lith. MACHETES PUGNAX Ruff and Reeve in the plumage of the first autumn Walter Imp. Color lithograph from Gould's "Birds of Great Britain" (1862-73).
• Binding: Soft cover