Monkey by Georges Louis Leclerc Comte Buffon (23 results)
Published by France, 1790
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Seller: Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books, Franklin, TN, U.S.A.Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
Contact seller5-star sellerCondition: Fine. This beautiful originally hand-colored engraving is from Georges Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon's "Planches pour L'Abrege d'Histoire Naturelle". It was published by Aux Deux-Ponts Chez Sanson et Compagnie in 1790."Histoire Naturelle" was one of the most expansive works done in the field of natural history and sp…arked European interest in the field. Buffon's work became one of the most informative sources as far as the visual appearance of animals, and was highly understandable for a wide audience. Buffon described his work and love for natural history by stating that, "Natural history embraces all the objects the universe presents to us. This prodigious multitude of quadrupeds, birds, fish, insects, plants, minerals, etc., offers to the curiosity of the human mind a vast spectacle, of which the whole is so great that the details are inexhaustible." --- The work is in excellent condition overall. There may be a few light marks or imperfections to be expected with age. Please review the image carefully for condition and contact us with any questions. Size: ~ 4 3/4" by 7 3/4".
Published by France, 1790
- Art / Print / Poster
Seller: Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books, Franklin, TN, U.S.A.Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
Contact seller5-star sellerCondition: Fine. This beautiful originally hand-colored engraving is from Georges Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon's "Planches pour L'Abrege d'Histoire Naturelle". It was published by Aux Deux-Ponts Chez Sanson et Compagnie in 1790."Histoire Naturelle" was one of the most expansive works done in the field of natural history and sp…arked European interest in the field. Buffon's work became one of the most informative sources as far as the visual appearance of animals, and was highly understandable for a wide audience. Buffon described his work and love for natural history by stating that, "Natural history embraces all the objects the universe presents to us. This prodigious multitude of quadrupeds, birds, fish, insects, plants, minerals, etc., offers to the curiosity of the human mind a vast spectacle, of which the whole is so great that the details are inexhaustible." --- The work is in excellent condition overall. There may be a few light marks or imperfections to be expected with age. Please review the image carefully for condition and contact us with any questions. Size: ~ 4 3/4" by 7 3/4".
Published by France, 1790
- Art / Print / Poster
Seller: Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books, Franklin, TN, U.S.A.Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
Contact seller5-star sellerCondition: Fine. This beautiful originally hand-colored engraving is from Georges Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon's "Planches pour L'Abrege d'Histoire Naturelle". It was published by Aux Deux-Ponts Chez Sanson et Compagnie in 1790."Histoire Naturelle" was one of the most expansive works done in the field of natural history and sp…arked European interest in the field. Buffon's work became one of the most informative sources as far as the visual appearance of animals, and was highly understandable for a wide audience. Buffon described his work and love for natural history by stating that, "Natural history embraces all the objects the universe presents to us. This prodigious multitude of quadrupeds, birds, fish, insects, plants, minerals, etc., offers to the curiosity of the human mind a vast spectacle, of which the whole is so great that the details are inexhaustible." --- The work is in excellent condition overall. There may be a few light marks or imperfections to be expected with age. Please review the image carefully for condition and contact us with any questions. Size: ~ 4 3/4" by 7 3/4".
Published by France, 1790
- Art / Print / Poster
Seller: Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books, Franklin, TN, U.S.A.Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
Contact seller5-star sellerCondition: Fine. This beautiful originally hand-colored engraving is from Georges Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon's "Planches pour L'Abrege d'Histoire Naturelle". It was published by Aux Deux-Ponts Chez Sanson et Compagnie in 1790."Histoire Naturelle" was one of the most expansive works done in the field of natural history and sp…arked European interest in the field. Buffon's work became one of the most informative sources as far as the visual appearance of animals, and was highly understandable for a wide audience. Buffon described his work and love for natural history by stating that, "Natural history embraces all the objects the universe presents to us. This prodigious multitude of quadrupeds, birds, fish, insects, plants, minerals, etc., offers to the curiosity of the human mind a vast spectacle, of which the whole is so great that the details are inexhaustible." --- The work is in excellent condition overall. There may be a few light marks or imperfections to be expected with age. Please review the image carefully for condition and contact us with any questions. Size: ~ 4 3/4" by 7 3/4".
Published by France, 1790
- Art / Print / Poster
Seller: Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books, Franklin, TN, U.S.A.Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
Contact seller5-star sellerCondition: Fine. This beautiful originally hand-colored engraving is from Georges Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon's "Planches pour L'Abrege d'Histoire Naturelle". It was published by Aux Deux-Ponts Chez Sanson et Compagnie in 1790."Histoire Naturelle" was one of the most expansive works done in the field of natural history and sp…arked European interest in the field. Buffon's work became one of the most informative sources as far as the visual appearance of animals, and was highly understandable for a wide audience. Buffon described his work and love for natural history by stating that, "Natural history embraces all the objects the universe presents to us. This prodigious multitude of quadrupeds, birds, fish, insects, plants, minerals, etc., offers to the curiosity of the human mind a vast spectacle, of which the whole is so great that the details are inexhaustible." --- The work is in excellent condition overall. There may be a few light marks or imperfections to be expected with age. Please review the image carefully for condition and contact us with any questions. Size: ~ 4 3/4" by 7 3/4".
Published by France, 1790
- Art / Print / Poster
Seller: Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books, Franklin, TN, U.S.A.Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
Contact seller5-star sellerCondition: Fine. This beautiful originally hand-colored engraving is from Georges Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon's "Planches pour L'Abrege d'Histoire Naturelle". It was published by Aux Deux-Ponts Chez Sanson et Compagnie in 1790."Histoire Naturelle" was one of the most expansive works done in the field of natural history and sp…arked European interest in the field. Buffon's work became one of the most informative sources as far as the visual appearance of animals, and was highly understandable for a wide audience. Buffon described his work and love for natural history by stating that, "Natural history embraces all the objects the universe presents to us. This prodigious multitude of quadrupeds, birds, fish, insects, plants, minerals, etc., offers to the curiosity of the human mind a vast spectacle, of which the whole is so great that the details are inexhaustible." --- The work is in excellent condition overall. There may be a few light marks or imperfections to be expected with age. Please review the image carefully for condition and contact us with any questions. Size: ~ 4 3/4" by 7 3/4".
Published by France, 1790
- Art / Print / Poster
Seller: Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books, Franklin, TN, U.S.A.Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
Contact seller5-star sellerCondition: Fine. This beautiful originally hand-colored engraving is from Georges Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon's "Planches pour L'Abrege d'Histoire Naturelle". It was published by Aux Deux-Ponts Chez Sanson et Compagnie in 1790."Histoire Naturelle" was one of the most expansive works done in the field of natural history and sp…arked European interest in the field. Buffon's work became one of the most informative sources as far as the visual appearance of animals, and was highly understandable for a wide audience. Buffon described his work and love for natural history by stating that, "Natural history embraces all the objects the universe presents to us. This prodigious multitude of quadrupeds, birds, fish, insects, plants, minerals, etc., offers to the curiosity of the human mind a vast spectacle, of which the whole is so great that the details are inexhaustible." --- The work is in excellent condition overall. There may be a few light marks or imperfections to be expected with age. Please review the image carefully for condition and contact us with any questions. Size: ~ 4 3/4" by 7 3/4".
Published by France, 1790
- Art / Print / Poster
Seller: Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books, Franklin, TN, U.S.A.Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
Contact seller5-star sellerCondition: Fine. This beautiful originally hand-colored engraving is from Georges Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon's "Planches pour L'Abrege d'Histoire Naturelle". It was published by Aux Deux-Ponts Chez Sanson et Compagnie in 1790."Histoire Naturelle" was one of the most expansive works done in the field of natural history and sp…arked European interest in the field. Buffon's work became one of the most informative sources as far as the visual appearance of animals, and was highly understandable for a wide audience. Buffon described his work and love for natural history by stating that, "Natural history embraces all the objects the universe presents to us. This prodigious multitude of quadrupeds, birds, fish, insects, plants, minerals, etc., offers to the curiosity of the human mind a vast spectacle, of which the whole is so great that the details are inexhaustible." --- The work is in excellent condition overall. There may be a few light marks or imperfections to be expected with age. Please review the image carefully for condition and contact us with any questions. Size: ~ 4 3/4" by 7 3/4".
Published by France, 1790
- Art / Print / Poster
Seller: Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books, Franklin, TN, U.S.A.Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
Contact seller5-star sellerCondition: Fine. This beautiful originally hand-colored engraving is from Georges Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon's "Planches pour L'Abrege d'Histoire Naturelle". It was published by Aux Deux-Ponts Chez Sanson et Compagnie in 1790."Histoire Naturelle" was one of the most expansive works done in the field of natural history and sp…arked European interest in the field. Buffon's work became one of the most informative sources as far as the visual appearance of animals, and was highly understandable for a wide audience. Buffon described his work and love for natural history by stating that, "Natural history embraces all the objects the universe presents to us. This prodigious multitude of quadrupeds, birds, fish, insects, plants, minerals, etc., offers to the curiosity of the human mind a vast spectacle, of which the whole is so great that the details are inexhaustible." --- The work is in excellent condition overall. There may be a few light marks or imperfections to be expected with age. Please review the image carefully for condition and contact us with any questions. Size: ~ 4 3/4" by 7 3/4".
Published by France, 1790
- Art / Print / Poster
Seller: Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books, Franklin, TN, U.S.A.Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
Contact seller5-star sellerCondition: Fine. This beautiful originally hand-colored engraving is from Georges Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon's "Planches pour L'Abrege d'Histoire Naturelle". It was published by Aux Deux-Ponts Chez Sanson et Compagnie in 1790."Histoire Naturelle" was one of the most expansive works done in the field of natural history and sp…arked European interest in the field. Buffon's work became one of the most informative sources as far as the visual appearance of animals, and was highly understandable for a wide audience. Buffon described his work and love for natural history by stating that, "Natural history embraces all the objects the universe presents to us. This prodigious multitude of quadrupeds, birds, fish, insects, plants, minerals, etc., offers to the curiosity of the human mind a vast spectacle, of which the whole is so great that the details are inexhaustible." --- The work is in excellent condition overall. There may be a few light marks or imperfections to be expected with age. Please review the image carefully for condition and contact us with any questions. Size: ~ 4 3/4" by 7 3/4".
Published by France, 1790
- Art / Print / Poster
Seller: Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books, Franklin, TN, U.S.A.Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
Contact seller5-star sellerCondition: Fine. This beautiful originally hand-colored engraving is from Georges Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon's "Planches pour L'Abrege d'Histoire Naturelle". It was published by Aux Deux-Ponts Chez Sanson et Compagnie in 1790."Histoire Naturelle" was one of the most expansive works done in the field of natural history and sp…arked European interest in the field. Buffon's work became one of the most informative sources as far as the visual appearance of animals, and was highly understandable for a wide audience. Buffon described his work and love for natural history by stating that, "Natural history embraces all the objects the universe presents to us. This prodigious multitude of quadrupeds, birds, fish, insects, plants, minerals, etc., offers to the curiosity of the human mind a vast spectacle, of which the whole is so great that the details are inexhaustible." --- The work is in excellent condition overall. There may be a few light marks or imperfections to be expected with age. Please review the image carefully for condition and contact us with any questions. Size: ~ 4 3/4" by 7 3/4".
Published by France, 1790
- Art / Print / Poster
Seller: Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books, Franklin, TN, U.S.A.Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
Contact seller5-star sellerCondition: Fine. This beautiful originally hand-colored engraving is from Georges Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon's "Planches pour L'Abrege d'Histoire Naturelle". It was published by Aux Deux-Ponts Chez Sanson et Compagnie in 1790."Histoire Naturelle" was one of the most expansive works done in the field of natural history and sp…arked European interest in the field. Buffon's work became one of the most informative sources as far as the visual appearance of animals, and was highly understandable for a wide audience. Buffon described his work and love for natural history by stating that, "Natural history embraces all the objects the universe presents to us. This prodigious multitude of quadrupeds, birds, fish, insects, plants, minerals, etc., offers to the curiosity of the human mind a vast spectacle, of which the whole is so great that the details are inexhaustible." --- The work is in excellent condition overall. There may be a few light marks or imperfections to be expected with age. Please review the image carefully for condition and contact us with any questions. Size: ~ 4 3/4" by 7 3/4".
Seller: Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books, Franklin, TN, U.S.A.Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
Contact seller5-star sellerCondition: Fine. This beautiful originally hand-colored engraving is from Georges Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon's "Planches pour L'Abrege d'Histoire Naturelle". It was published by Aux Deux-Ponts Chez Sanson et Compagnie in 1790."Histoire Naturelle" was one of the most expansive works done in the field of natural history and sp…arked European interest in the field. Buffon's work became one of the most informative sources as far as the visual appearance of animals, and was highly understandable for a wide audience. Buffon described his work and love for natural history by stating that, "Natural history embraces all the objects the universe presents to us. This prodigious multitude of quadrupeds, birds, fish, insects, plants, minerals, etc., offers to the curiosity of the human mind a vast spectacle, of which the whole is so great that the details are inexhaustible."--- There may be a few minor imperfections to be expected with age. Please review the images below carefully for condition and contact us with any questions. Size: ~ 4 1/4" by 7 1/4". Book.
Seller: Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books, Franklin, TN, U.S.A.Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
Contact seller5-star sellerCondition: Fine. This beautiful originally hand-colored engraving is from Georges Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon's "Planches pour L'Abrege d'Histoire Naturelle". It was published by Aux Deux-Ponts Chez Sanson et Compagnie in 1790."Histoire Naturelle" was one of the most expansive works done in the field of natural history and sp…arked European interest in the field. Buffon's work became one of the most informative sources as far as the visual appearance of animals, and was highly understandable for a wide audience. Buffon described his work and love for natural history by stating that, "Natural history embraces all the objects the universe presents to us. This prodigious multitude of quadrupeds, birds, fish, insects, plants, minerals, etc., offers to the curiosity of the human mind a vast spectacle, of which the whole is so great that the details are inexhaustible."--- There may be a few minor imperfections to be expected with age. Please review the images below carefully for condition and contact us with any questions. Size: ~ 4 1/4" by 7 1/4". Book.
Seller: Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books, Franklin, TN, U.S.A.Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
Contact seller5-star sellerCondition: Fine. This beautiful originally hand-colored engraving is from Georges Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon's "Planches pour L'Abrege d'Histoire Naturelle". It was published by Aux Deux-Ponts Chez Sanson et Compagnie in 1790."Histoire Naturelle" was one of the most expansive works done in the field of natural history and sp…arked European interest in the field. Buffon's work became one of the most informative sources as far as the visual appearance of animals, and was highly understandable for a wide audience. Buffon described his work and love for natural history by stating that, "Natural history embraces all the objects the universe presents to us. This prodigious multitude of quadrupeds, birds, fish, insects, plants, minerals, etc., offers to the curiosity of the human mind a vast spectacle, of which the whole is so great that the details are inexhaustible."--- There may be a few minor imperfections to be expected with age. Please review the images below carefully for condition and contact us with any questions. Size: ~ 4 1/4" by 7 1/4". Book.
Seller: Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books, Franklin, TN, U.S.A.Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
Contact seller5-star sellerCondition: Fine. This beautiful originally hand-colored engraving is from Georges Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon's "Planches pour L'Abrege d'Histoire Naturelle". It was published by Aux Deux-Ponts Chez Sanson et Compagnie in 1790."Histoire Naturelle" was one of the most expansive works done in the field of natural history and sp…arked European interest in the field. Buffon's work became one of the most informative sources as far as the visual appearance of animals, and was highly understandable for a wide audience. Buffon described his work and love for natural history by stating that, "Natural history embraces all the objects the universe presents to us. This prodigious multitude of quadrupeds, birds, fish, insects, plants, minerals, etc., offers to the curiosity of the human mind a vast spectacle, of which the whole is so great that the details are inexhaustible."--- There may be a few minor imperfections to be expected with age. Please review the images below carefully for condition and contact us with any questions. Size: ~ 4 1/4" by 7 1/4". Book.
Seller: Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books, Franklin, TN, U.S.A.Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
Contact seller5-star sellerCondition: Fine. This beautiful originally hand-colored engraving is from Georges Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon's "Planches pour L'Abrege d'Histoire Naturelle". It was published by Aux Deux-Ponts Chez Sanson et Compagnie in 1790."Histoire Naturelle" was one of the most expansive works done in the field of natural history and sp…arked European interest in the field. Buffon's work became one of the most informative sources as far as the visual appearance of animals, and was highly understandable for a wide audience. Buffon described his work and love for natural history by stating that, "Natural history embraces all the objects the universe presents to us. This prodigious multitude of quadrupeds, birds, fish, insects, plants, minerals, etc., offers to the curiosity of the human mind a vast spectacle, of which the whole is so great that the details are inexhaustible."--- There may be a few minor imperfections to be expected with age. Please review the images below carefully for condition and contact us with any questions. Size: ~ 4 1/4" by 7 1/4". Book.
Seller: Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books, Franklin, TN, U.S.A.Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
Contact seller5-star sellerCondition: Fine. This beautiful originally hand-colored engraving is from Georges Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon's "Planches pour L'Abrege d'Histoire Naturelle". It was published by Aux Deux-Ponts Chez Sanson et Compagnie in 1790."Histoire Naturelle" was one of the most expansive works done in the field of natural history and sp…arked European interest in the field. Buffon's work became one of the most informative sources as far as the visual appearance of animals, and was highly understandable for a wide audience. Buffon described his work and love for natural history by stating that, "Natural history embraces all the objects the universe presents to us. This prodigious multitude of quadrupeds, birds, fish, insects, plants, minerals, etc., offers to the curiosity of the human mind a vast spectacle, of which the whole is so great that the details are inexhaustible."--- There may be a few minor imperfections to be expected with age. Please review the images below carefully for condition and contact us with any questions. Size: ~ 4 1/4" by 7 1/4". Book.
Seller: Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books, Franklin, TN, U.S.A.Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
Contact seller5-star sellerCondition: Fine. This beautiful originally hand-colored engraving is from Georges Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon's "Planches pour L'Abrege d'Histoire Naturelle". It was published by Aux Deux-Ponts Chez Sanson et Compagnie in 1790."Histoire Naturelle" was one of the most expansive works done in the field of natural history and sp…arked European interest in the field. Buffon's work became one of the most informative sources as far as the visual appearance of animals, and was highly understandable for a wide audience. Buffon described his work and love for natural history by stating that, "Natural history embraces all the objects the universe presents to us. This prodigious multitude of quadrupeds, birds, fish, insects, plants, minerals, etc., offers to the curiosity of the human mind a vast spectacle, of which the whole is so great that the details are inexhaustible."--- There may be a few minor imperfections to be expected with age. Please review the images below carefully for condition and contact us with any questions. Size: ~ 4 1/4" by 7 1/4". Book.
Seller: Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books, Franklin, TN, U.S.A.Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
Contact seller5-star sellerCondition: Fine. This beautiful originally hand-colored engraving is from Georges Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon's "Planches pour L'Abrege d'Histoire Naturelle". It was published by Aux Deux-Ponts Chez Sanson et Compagnie in 1790."Histoire Naturelle" was one of the most expansive works done in the field of natural history and sp…arked European interest in the field. Buffon's work became one of the most informative sources as far as the visual appearance of animals, and was highly understandable for a wide audience. Buffon described his work and love for natural history by stating that, "Natural history embraces all the objects the universe presents to us. This prodigious multitude of quadrupeds, birds, fish, insects, plants, minerals, etc., offers to the curiosity of the human mind a vast spectacle, of which the whole is so great that the details are inexhaustible."--- There may be a few minor imperfections to be expected with age. Please review the images below carefully for condition and contact us with any questions. Size: ~ 4 1/4" by 7 1/4". Book.
Published by Paris, 1750
- Art / Print / Poster
Seller: Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books, Franklin, TN, U.S.A.Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
Contact seller5-star sellerCondition: Fine. This beautiful hand-colored engraving is from Georges Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon & Bernard-Germain-Etienne, comte de Lacepede's Histoire naturelle, gà nà rale et particulià re, Servant de suite a l'histoire des Animaux quadrupedes. The work was published in Paris between 1750 and 1804 by l'Imprimerie Royale…und Plassan. Buffon was responsible for the early years of publication until 1788, with Lacepede publishing from then to 1804.Buffon's work became one of the most informative sources as far as the visual appearance of animals, and was highly understandable for a wide audience. Buffon described his work and love for natural history by stating that, "Natural history embraces all the objects the universe presents to us. This prodigious multitude of quadrupeds, birds, fish, insects, plants, minerals, etc., offers to the curiosity of the human mind a vast spectacle, of which the whole is so great that the details are inexhaustible." --- The work is in very good to excellent condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or faint marks to be expected with age. Please review the image carefully for condition and contact us with any questions. --- Paper Size ~ 7 1/4" by 9 1/2".
Published by Paris, 1750
- Art / Print / Poster
Seller: Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books, Franklin, TN, U.S.A.Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
Contact seller5-star sellerCondition: Fine. This beautiful hand-colored engraving is from Georges Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon & Bernard-Germain-Etienne, comte de Lacepede's Histoire naturelle, gà nà rale et particulià re, Servant de suite a l'histoire des Animaux quadrupedes. The work was published in Paris between 1750 and 1804 by l'Imprimerie Royale…und Plassan. Buffon was responsible for the early years of publication until 1788, with Lacepede publishing from then to 1804.Buffon's work became one of the most informative sources as far as the visual appearance of animals, and was highly understandable for a wide audience. Buffon described his work and love for natural history by stating that, "Natural history embraces all the objects the universe presents to us. This prodigious multitude of quadrupeds, birds, fish, insects, plants, minerals, etc., offers to the curiosity of the human mind a vast spectacle, of which the whole is so great that the details are inexhaustible." --- The work is in very good to excellent condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or faint marks to be expected with age. Please review the image carefully for condition and contact us with any questions. --- Paper Size ~ 7 1/4" by 9 1/2".
Published by Paris, 1750
- Art / Print / Poster
Seller: Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books, Franklin, TN, U.S.A.Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
Contact seller5-star sellerCondition: Fine. This beautiful hand-colored engraving is from Georges Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon & Bernard-Germain-Etienne, comte de Lacepede's Histoire naturelle, gà nà rale et particulià re, Servant de suite a l'histoire des Animaux quadrupedes. The work was published in Paris between 1750 and 1804 by l'Imprimerie Royale…und Plassan. Buffon was responsible for the early years of publication until 1788, with Lacepede publishing from then to 1804.Buffon's work became one of the most informative sources as far as the visual appearance of animals, and was highly understandable for a wide audience. Buffon described his work and love for natural history by stating that, "Natural history embraces all the objects the universe presents to us. This prodigious multitude of quadrupeds, birds, fish, insects, plants, minerals, etc., offers to the curiosity of the human mind a vast spectacle, of which the whole is so great that the details are inexhaustible." --- The work is in very good to excellent condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or faint marks to be expected with age. Please review the image carefully for condition and contact us with any questions. --- Paper Size ~ 7 1/4" by 9 1/2".
