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  • Eleazar Albin (British, c. 1690-1742), "Upright Duck," pl. 100 and "The Madagasker Duck," pl. 99, from A Natural History of Birds (1731-1738), Each- Sheet- H.- 11 1/4 in., W.- 9 1/4 in., Framed- H.- 23 3/8 in., W.- 19 1/
    Mar. 21, 2025

    Eleazar Albin (British, c. 1690-1742), "Upright Duck," pl. 100 and "The Madagasker Duck," pl. 99, from A Natural History of Birds (1731-1738), Each- Sheet- H.- 11 1/4 in., W.- 9 1/4 in., Framed- H.- 23 3/8 in., W.- 19 1/

    Est: $400 - $600

    Eleazar Albin (British, c. 1690-1742), "Upright Duck," pl. 100 and "The Madagasker Duck," pl. 99, from A Natural History of Birds (1731-1738), each hand-colored engraving, presented in matching wood frames with navy mats and black and white fabric print backgrounds,

    Crescent City Auction Gallery
  • Albin - Purple Bird. 84
    Feb. 01, 2025

    Albin - Purple Bird. 84

    Est: $200 - $500

    This originally hand-colored etching is from Eleazar Albin's The Natural History of Birds. The first edition work was published in London by William Innys between 1731 and 1738. Eleazar Albin made his living creating watercolors of wealthy collectors' cabinets, including Sir Hans Sloane. Sloane's collection founded the British Museum. Many of these collectors then subscribed to his Natural History of Birds. The plates were completed by Eleazar as well as his children, Elizabeth and Fortinalus. In Albin's notes to the reader he states "As for the paintings, they are all done from the life, with all the Exactness I could either with my own hand, or my daughters, whom I have taught to draw and paint after the life."

    Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
  • Albin - Bittern. 68
    Feb. 01, 2025

    Albin - Bittern. 68

    Est: $200 - $500

    This originally hand-colored etching is from Eleazar Albin's The Natural History of Birds. The first edition work was published in London by William Innys between 1731 and 1738. Eleazar Albin made his living creating watercolors of wealthy collectors' cabinets, including Sir Hans Sloane. Sloane's collection founded the British Museum. Many of these collectors then subscribed to his Natural History of Birds. The plates were completed by Eleazar as well as his children, Elizabeth and Fortinalus. In Albin's notes to the reader he states "As for the paintings, they are all done from the life, with all the Exactness I could either with my own hand, or my daughters, whom I have taught to draw and paint after the life."

    Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
  • Albin - Greatest speckled Diver or Loon. 82
    Feb. 01, 2025

    Albin - Greatest speckled Diver or Loon. 82

    Est: $200 - $500

    This originally hand-colored etching is from Eleazar Albin's The Natural History of Birds. The first edition work was published in London by William Innys between 1731 and 1738. Eleazar Albin made his living creating watercolors of wealthy collectors' cabinets, including Sir Hans Sloane. Sloane's collection founded the British Museum. Many of these collectors then subscribed to his Natural History of Birds. The plates were completed by Eleazar as well as his children, Elizabeth and Fortinalus. In Albin's notes to the reader he states "As for the paintings, they are all done from the life, with all the Exactness I could either with my own hand, or my daughters, whom I have taught to draw and paint after the life."

    Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
  • Albin - White China Pheasant. 37
    Feb. 01, 2025

    Albin - White China Pheasant. 37

    Est: $200 - $500

    This originally hand-colored etching is from Eleazar Albin's The Natural History of Birds. The first edition work was published in London by William Innys between 1731 and 1738. Eleazar Albin made his living creating watercolors of wealthy collectors' cabinets, including Sir Hans Sloane. Sloane's collection founded the British Museum. Many of these collectors then subscribed to his Natural History of Birds. The plates were completed by Eleazar as well as his children, Elizabeth and Fortinalus. In Albin's notes to the reader he states "As for the paintings, they are all done from the life, with all the Exactness I could either with my own hand, or my daughters, whom I have taught to draw and paint after the life."

    Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
  • Albin - Bengall Bee-Eater. 30
    Feb. 01, 2025

    Albin - Bengall Bee-Eater. 30

    Est: $200 - $500

    This originally hand-colored etching is from Eleazar Albin's The Natural History of Birds. The first edition work was published in London by William Innys between 1731 and 1738. Eleazar Albin made his living creating watercolors of wealthy collectors' cabinets, including Sir Hans Sloane. Sloane's collection founded the British Museum. Many of these collectors then subscribed to his Natural History of Birds. The plates were completed by Eleazar as well as his children, Elizabeth and Fortinalus. In Albin's notes to the reader he states "As for the paintings, they are all done from the life, with all the Exactness I could either with my own hand, or my daughters, whom I have taught to draw and paint after the life."

    Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
  • Albin - Goldfinch. 64
    Feb. 01, 2025

    Albin - Goldfinch. 64

    Est: $200 - $500

    This originally hand-colored etching is from Eleazar Albin's The Natural History of Birds. The first edition work was published in London by William Innys between 1731 and 1738. Eleazar Albin made his living creating watercolors of wealthy collectors' cabinets, including Sir Hans Sloane. Sloane's collection founded the British Museum. Many of these collectors then subscribed to his Natural History of Birds. The plates were completed by Eleazar as well as his children, Elizabeth and Fortinalus. In Albin's notes to the reader he states "As for the paintings, they are all done from the life, with all the Exactness I could either with my own hand, or my daughters, whom I have taught to draw and paint after the life."

    Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
  • Fish.- Albin (Eleazar) The History of Esculent Fish, first edition, Printed for Edward Jeffery [&c.], 1794.
    Jan. 30, 2025

    Fish.- Albin (Eleazar) The History of Esculent Fish, first edition, Printed for Edward Jeffery [&c.], 1794.

    Est: £1,500 - £2,000

    Fish.- Albin (Eleazar) The History of Esculent Fish, first edition, half-title, 18 fine hand-coloured engraved plates, some offsetting and spotting, most plates trimmed within plate-mark, front free endpaper detached, contemporary half calf, rebacked, rubbed, [Westwood & Satchell p.3], 4to, Printed for Edward Jeffery [&c.], 1794. ⁂ Also includes An Essay on the Breeding of Fish, and the Construction of Fish-Ponds by Hon. Roger North. Quite scarce at auction, the last coloured copy sold in 2011.

    Forum Auctions - UK
  • Albin - Crested Heron. 67
    Jan. 25, 2025

    Albin - Crested Heron. 67

    Est: $200 - $500

    This originally hand-colored etching is from Eleazar Albin's The Natural History of Birds. The first edition work was published in London by William Innys between 1731 and 1738. Eleazar Albin made his living creating watercolors of wealthy collectors' cabinets, including Sir Hans Sloane. Sloane's collection founded the British Museum. Many of these collectors then subscribed to his Natural History of Birds. The plates were completed by Eleazar as well as his children, Elizabeth and Fortinalus. In Albin's notes to the reader he states "As for the paintings, they are all done from the life, with all the Exactness I could either with my own hand, or my daughters, whom I have taught to draw and paint after the life."

    Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
  • Albin - Common Heron. 78
    Jan. 25, 2025

    Albin - Common Heron. 78

    Est: $200 - $500

    This originally hand-colored etching is from Eleazar Albin's The Natural History of Birds. The first edition work was published in London by William Innys between 1731 and 1738. Eleazar Albin made his living creating watercolors of wealthy collectors' cabinets, including Sir Hans Sloane. Sloane's collection founded the British Museum. Many of these collectors then subscribed to his Natural History of Birds. The plates were completed by Eleazar as well as his children, Elizabeth and Fortinalus. In Albin's notes to the reader he states "As for the paintings, they are all done from the life, with all the Exactness I could either with my own hand, or my daughters, whom I have taught to draw and paint after the life."

    Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
  • Albin - Numidian Crane. 83
    Jan. 25, 2025

    Albin - Numidian Crane. 83

    Est: $200 - $500

    This originally hand-colored etching is from Eleazar Albin's The Natural History of Birds. The first edition work was published in London by William Innys between 1731 and 1738. Eleazar Albin made his living creating watercolors of wealthy collectors' cabinets, including Sir Hans Sloane. Sloane's collection founded the British Museum. Many of these collectors then subscribed to his Natural History of Birds. The plates were completed by Eleazar as well as his children, Elizabeth and Fortinalus. In Albin's notes to the reader he states "As for the paintings, they are all done from the life, with all the Exactness I could either with my own hand, or my daughters, whom I have taught to draw and paint after the life."

    Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
  • Albin - Black Owl. 8
    Jan. 25, 2025

    Albin - Black Owl. 8

    Est: $200 - $500

    This originally hand-colored etching is from Eleazar Albin's The Natural History of Birds. The first edition work was published in London by William Innys between 1731 and 1738. Eleazar Albin made his living creating watercolors of wealthy collectors' cabinets, including Sir Hans Sloane. Sloane's collection founded the British Museum. Many of these collectors then subscribed to his Natural History of Birds. The plates were completed by Eleazar as well as his children, Elizabeth and Fortinalus. In Albin's notes to the reader he states "As for the paintings, they are all done from the life, with all the Exactness I could either with my own hand, or my daughters, whom I have taught to draw and paint after the life."

    Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
  • Albin - Blew Maccaw (Blue Macaw). 10
    Jan. 18, 2025

    Albin - Blew Maccaw (Blue Macaw). 10

    Est: $300 - $600

    This originally hand-colored etching is from Eleazar Albin's The Natural History of Birds. The first edition work was published in London by William Innys between 1731 and 1738. Eleazar Albin made his living creating watercolors of wealthy collectors' cabinets, including Sir Hans Sloane. Sloane's collection founded the British Museum. Many of these collectors then subscribed to his Natural History of Birds. The plates were completed by Eleazar as well as his children, Elizabeth and Fortinalus. In Albin's notes to the reader he states "As for the paintings, they are all done from the life, with all the Exactness I could either with my own hand, or my daughters, whom I have taught to draw and paint after the life."

    Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
  • Albin - Paroqueet (Parrakeet) from Bengal. 14
    Jan. 18, 2025

    Albin - Paroqueet (Parrakeet) from Bengal. 14

    Est: $300 - $600

    This originally hand-colored etching is from Eleazar Albin's The Natural History of Birds. The first edition work was published in London by William Innys between 1731 and 1738. Eleazar Albin made his living creating watercolors of wealthy collectors' cabinets, including Sir Hans Sloane. Sloane's collection founded the British Museum. Many of these collectors then subscribed to his Natural History of Birds. The plates were completed by Eleazar as well as his children, Elizabeth and Fortinalus. In Albin's notes to the reader he states "As for the paintings, they are all done from the life, with all the Exactness I could either with my own hand, or my daughters, whom I have taught to draw and paint after the life."

    Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
  • Albin - Parroqueet (Parrakeet) from Angola. 13
    Jan. 18, 2025

    Albin - Parroqueet (Parrakeet) from Angola. 13

    Est: $300 - $600

    This originally hand-colored etching is from Eleazar Albin's The Natural History of Birds. The first edition work was published in London by William Innys between 1731 and 1738. Eleazar Albin made his living creating watercolors of wealthy collectors' cabinets, including Sir Hans Sloane. Sloane's collection founded the British Museum. Many of these collectors then subscribed to his Natural History of Birds. The plates were completed by Eleazar as well as his children, Elizabeth and Fortinalus. In Albin's notes to the reader he states "As for the paintings, they are all done from the life, with all the Exactness I could either with my own hand, or my daughters, whom I have taught to draw and paint after the life."

    Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
  • Albin - Cardinal or Hen Gross Beak from Virginia. 61
    Jan. 18, 2025

    Albin - Cardinal or Hen Gross Beak from Virginia. 61

    Est: $200 - $500

    This originally hand-colored etching is from Eleazar Albin's The Natural History of Birds. The first edition work was published in London by William Innys between 1731 and 1738. Eleazar Albin made his living creating watercolors of wealthy collectors' cabinets, including Sir Hans Sloane. Sloane's collection founded the British Museum. Many of these collectors then subscribed to his Natural History of Birds. The plates were completed by Eleazar as well as his children, Elizabeth and Fortinalus. In Albin's notes to the reader he states "As for the paintings, they are all done from the life, with all the Exactness I could either with my own hand, or my daughters, whom I have taught to draw and paint after the life."

    Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
  • Albin - Swan. 96
    Jan. 11, 2025

    Albin - Swan. 96

    Est: $200 - $500

    This originally hand-colored etching is from Eleazar Albin's The Natural History of Birds. The first edition work was published in London by William Innys between 1731 and 1738. Eleazar Albin made his living creating watercolors of wealthy collectors' cabinets, including Sir Hans Sloane. Sloane's collection founded the British Museum. Many of these collectors then subscribed to his Natural History of Birds. The plates were completed by Eleazar as well as his children, Elizabeth and Fortinalus. In Albin's notes to the reader he states "As for the paintings, they are all done from the life, with all the Exactness I could either with my own hand, or my daughters, whom I have taught to draw and paint after the life."

    Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
  • Albin - Pair of Kingfisher Engravings
    Jan. 11, 2025

    Albin - Pair of Kingfisher Engravings

    Est: $300 - $600

    Included in this lot: Smyrna Kingfisher Kingfisher from Bengal Description of the work: This originally hand-colored etching is from Eleazar Albin's The Natural History of Birds. The first edition work was published in London by William Innys between 1731 and 1738. Eleazar Albin made his living creating watercolors of wealthy collectors' cabinets, including Sir Hans Sloane. Sloane's collection founded the British Museum. Many of these collectors then subscribed to his Natural History of Birds. The plates were completed by Eleazar as well as his children, Elizabeth and Fortinalus. In Albin's notes to the reader he states "As for the paintings, they are all done from the life, with all the Exactness I could either with my own hand, or my daughters, whom I have taught to draw and paint after the life."

    Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
  • Albin - Pair of Pheasant Engravings
    Jan. 11, 2025

    Albin - Pair of Pheasant Engravings

    Est: $300 - $600

    Included in this lot: Pheasant China Pheasant Description of the work: This originally hand-colored etching is from Eleazar Albin's The Natural History of Birds. The first edition work was published in London by William Innys between 1731 and 1738. Eleazar Albin made his living creating watercolors of wealthy collectors' cabinets, including Sir Hans Sloane. Sloane's collection founded the British Museum. Many of these collectors then subscribed to his Natural History of Birds. The plates were completed by Eleazar as well as his children, Elizabeth and Fortinalus. In Albin's notes to the reader he states "As for the paintings, they are all done from the life, with all the Exactness I could either with my own hand, or my daughters, whom I have taught to draw and paint after the life."

    Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
  • Albin - Pair of Nicobar Pigeon Engravings
    Jan. 11, 2025

    Albin - Pair of Nicobar Pigeon Engravings

    Est: $300 - $600

    This originally hand-colored etching is from Eleazar Albin's The Natural History of Birds. The first edition work was published in London by William Innys between 1731 and 1738. Eleazar Albin made his living creating watercolors of wealthy collectors' cabinets, including Sir Hans Sloane. Sloane's collection founded the British Museum. Many of these collectors then subscribed to his Natural History of Birds. The plates were completed by Eleazar as well as his children, Elizabeth and Fortinalus. In Albin's notes to the reader he states "As for the paintings, they are all done from the life, with all the Exactness I could either with my own hand, or my daughters, whom I have taught to draw and paint after the life."

    Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
  • Albin - Pair of Bird Engravings
    Jan. 11, 2025

    Albin - Pair of Bird Engravings

    Est: $200 - $500

    Included in this lot: Canary Bird Yellow Hammer Description of the work: This originally hand-colored etching is from Eleazar Albin's The Natural History of Birds. The first edition work was published in London by William Innys between 1731 and 1738. Eleazar Albin made his living creating watercolors of wealthy collectors' cabinets, including Sir Hans Sloane. Sloane's collection founded the British Museum. Many of these collectors then subscribed to his Natural History of Birds. The plates were completed by Eleazar as well as his children, Elizabeth and Fortinalus. In Albin's notes to the reader he states "As for the paintings, they are all done from the life, with all the Exactness I could either with my own hand, or my daughters, whom I have taught to draw and paint after the life."

    Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
  • Albin - 10 Butterfly or Moth Metamorphosis & Insect Engravings
    Jan. 04, 2025

    Albin - 10 Butterfly or Moth Metamorphosis & Insect Engravings

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    This originally hand-colored etching is from Eleazar Albin's A Natural History of English Insects, Illustrated with a hundred copper plates, curiously engraven from the life... to which are added large notes and many curious observations by W. Derham. This is from the first edition of the work published in London by William and John Innys in 1720. Eleazar Albin made his living creating watercolors of wealthy collectors cabinets, including Sir Hans Sloane. Sloane's collection founded the British Museum. The plates were completed by Eleazar as well as his children, Elizabeth and Fortinalus.

    Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
  • Albin - Cardinal or Red Groas (Gros) Beak of Virginia. 57
    Dec. 28, 2024

    Albin - Cardinal or Red Groas (Gros) Beak of Virginia. 57

    Est: $200 - $400

    This originally hand-colored etching is from Eleazar Albin's The Natural History of Birds. The first edition work was published in London by William Innys between 1731 and 1738. Eleazar Albin made his living creating watercolors of wealthy collectors' cabinets, including Sir Hans Sloane. Sloane's collection founded the British Museum. Many of these collectors then subscribed to his Natural History of Birds. The plates were completed by Eleazar as well as his children, Elizabeth and Fortinalus. In Albin's notes to the reader he states "As for the paintings, they are all done from the life, with all the Exactness I could either with my own hand, or my daughters, whom I have taught to draw and paint after the life."

    Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
  • Albin - Crested Parrot or Cockatoo. 12
    Dec. 28, 2024

    Albin - Crested Parrot or Cockatoo. 12

    Est: $200 - $400

    This originally hand-colored etching is from Eleazar Albin's The Natural History of Birds. The first edition work was published in London by William Innys between 1731 and 1738. Eleazar Albin made his living creating watercolors of wealthy collectors' cabinets, including Sir Hans Sloane. Sloane's collection founded the British Museum. Many of these collectors then subscribed to his Natural History of Birds. The plates were completed by Eleazar as well as his children, Elizabeth and Fortinalus. In Albin's notes to the reader he states "As for the paintings, they are all done from the life, with all the Exactness I could either with my own hand, or my daughters, whom I have taught to draw and paint after the life."

    Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
  • Albin - Barbadoes Parrot. 11
    Dec. 28, 2024

    Albin - Barbadoes Parrot. 11

    Est: $200 - $400

    This originally hand-colored etching is from Eleazar Albin's The Natural History of Birds. The first edition work was published in London by William Innys between 1731 and 1738. Eleazar Albin made his living creating watercolors of wealthy collectors' cabinets, including Sir Hans Sloane. Sloane's collection founded the British Museum. Many of these collectors then subscribed to his Natural History of Birds. The plates were completed by Eleazar as well as his children, Elizabeth and Fortinalus. In Albin's notes to the reader he states "As for the paintings, they are all done from the life, with all the Exactness I could either with my own hand, or my daughters, whom I have taught to draw and paint after the life."

    Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
  • Albin - Bengall Kingfisher. 29
    Dec. 28, 2024

    Albin - Bengall Kingfisher. 29

    Est: $200 - $400

    This originally hand-colored etching is from Eleazar Albin's The Natural History of Birds. The first edition work was published in London by William Innys between 1731 and 1738. Eleazar Albin made his living creating watercolors of wealthy collectors' cabinets, including Sir Hans Sloane. Sloane's collection founded the British Museum. Many of these collectors then subscribed to his Natural History of Birds. The plates were completed by Eleazar as well as his children, Elizabeth and Fortinalus. In Albin's notes to the reader he states "As for the paintings, they are all done from the life, with all the Exactness I could either with my own hand, or my daughters, whom I have taught to draw and paint after the life."

    Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
  • Albin - Crested Loon or Diver. 81
    Dec. 28, 2024

    Albin - Crested Loon or Diver. 81

    Est: $200 - $400

    This originally hand-colored etching is from Eleazar Albin's The Natural History of Birds. The first edition work was published in London by William Innys between 1731 and 1738. Eleazar Albin made his living creating watercolors of wealthy collectors' cabinets, including Sir Hans Sloane. Sloane's collection founded the British Museum. Many of these collectors then subscribed to his Natural History of Birds. The plates were completed by Eleazar as well as his children, Elizabeth and Fortinalus. In Albin's notes to the reader he states "As for the paintings, they are all done from the life, with all the Exactness I could either with my own hand, or my daughters, whom I have taught to draw and paint after the life."

    Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
  • Albin - Black Wing'd Horn'd Owl
    Dec. 21, 2024

    Albin - Black Wing'd Horn'd Owl

    Est: $200 - $400

    This originally hand-colored etching is from Eleazar Albin's The Natural History of Birds. The first edition work was published in London by William Innys between 1731 and 1738. Eleazar Albin made his living creating watercolors of wealthy collectors' cabinets, including Sir Hans Sloane. Sloane's collection founded the British Museum. Many of these collectors then subscribed to his Natural History of Birds. The plates were completed by Eleazar as well as his children, Elizabeth and Fortinalus. In Albin's notes to the reader he states "As for the paintings, they are all done from the life, with all the Exactness I could either with my own hand, or my daughters, whom I have taught to draw and paint after the life."

    Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
  • Albin - Great Brown Owl
    Dec. 21, 2024

    Albin - Great Brown Owl

    Est: $200 - $400

    This originally hand-colored etching is from Eleazar Albin's The Natural History of Birds. The first edition work was published in London by William Innys between 1731 and 1738. Eleazar Albin made his living creating watercolors of wealthy collectors' cabinets, including Sir Hans Sloane. Sloane's collection founded the British Museum. Many of these collectors then subscribed to his Natural History of Birds. The plates were completed by Eleazar as well as his children, Elizabeth and Fortinalus. In Albin's notes to the reader he states "As for the paintings, they are all done from the life, with all the Exactness I could either with my own hand, or my daughters, whom I have taught to draw and paint after the life."

    Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
  • Albin - 3 Bird of Prey Engravings
    Dec. 21, 2024

    Albin - 3 Bird of Prey Engravings

    Est: $400 - $800

    This originally hand-colored etching is from Eleazar Albin's The Natural History of Birds. The first edition work was published in London by William Innys between 1731 and 1738. Eleazar Albin made his living creating watercolors of wealthy collectors' cabinets, including Sir Hans Sloane. Sloane's collection founded the British Museum. Many of these collectors then subscribed to his Natural History of Birds. The plates were completed by Eleazar as well as his children, Elizabeth and Fortinalus. In Albin's notes to the reader he states "As for the paintings, they are all done from the life, with all the Exactness I could either with my own hand, or my daughters, whom I have taught to draw and paint after the life."

    Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
  • Albin - 6 Game Bird Engravings
    Dec. 21, 2024

    Albin - 6 Game Bird Engravings

    Est: $400 - $800

    This originally hand-colored etching is from Eleazar Albin's The Natural History of Birds. The first edition work was published in London by William Innys between 1731 and 1738. Eleazar Albin made his living creating watercolors of wealthy collectors' cabinets, including Sir Hans Sloane. Sloane's collection founded the British Museum. Many of these collectors then subscribed to his Natural History of Birds. The plates were completed by Eleazar as well as his children, Elizabeth and Fortinalus. In Albin's notes to the reader he states "As for the paintings, they are all done from the life, with all the Exactness I could either with my own hand, or my daughters, whom I have taught to draw and paint after the life."

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  • Albin - 6 Shore or Water Bird Engravings
    Dec. 21, 2024

    Albin - 6 Shore or Water Bird Engravings

    Est: $400 - $800

    This originally hand-colored etching is from Eleazar Albin's The Natural History of Birds. The first edition work was published in London by William Innys between 1731 and 1738. Eleazar Albin made his living creating watercolors of wealthy collectors' cabinets, including Sir Hans Sloane. Sloane's collection founded the British Museum. Many of these collectors then subscribed to his Natural History of Birds. The plates were completed by Eleazar as well as his children, Elizabeth and Fortinalus. In Albin's notes to the reader he states "As for the paintings, they are all done from the life, with all the Exactness I could either with my own hand, or my daughters, whom I have taught to draw and paint after the life."

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  • Albin - 5 Bird Engravings (Parrot, Woodpecker)
    Dec. 21, 2024

    Albin - 5 Bird Engravings (Parrot, Woodpecker)

    Est: $400 - $800

    This originally hand-colored etching is from Eleazar Albin's The Natural History of Birds. The first edition work was published in London by William Innys between 1731 and 1738. Eleazar Albin made his living creating watercolors of wealthy collectors' cabinets, including Sir Hans Sloane. Sloane's collection founded the British Museum. Many of these collectors then subscribed to his Natural History of Birds. The plates were completed by Eleazar as well as his children, Elizabeth and Fortinalus. In Albin's notes to the reader he states "As for the paintings, they are all done from the life, with all the Exactness I could either with my own hand, or my daughters, whom I have taught to draw and paint after the life."

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  • Albin - Bantam Hen or Chicken. 34
    Dec. 14, 2024

    Albin - Bantam Hen or Chicken. 34

    Est: $200 - $400

    This originally hand-colored etching is from Eleazar Albin's The Natural History of Birds. The first edition work was published in London by William Innys between 1731 and 1738. Eleazar Albin made his living creating watercolors of wealthy collectors' cabinets, including Sir Hans Sloane. Sloane's collection founded the British Museum. Many of these collectors then subscribed to his Natural History of Birds. The plates were completed by Eleazar as well as his children, Elizabeth and Fortinalus. In Albin's notes to the reader he states "As for the paintings, they are all done from the life, with all the Exactness I could either with my own hand, or my daughters, whom I have taught to draw and paint after the life."

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  • Albin - 13 Bird Engravings
    Dec. 14, 2024

    Albin - 13 Bird Engravings

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    This originally hand-colored etching is from Eleazar Albin's The Natural History of Birds. The first edition work was published in London by William Innys between 1731 and 1738. Eleazar Albin made his living creating watercolors of wealthy collectors' cabinets, including Sir Hans Sloane. Sloane's collection founded the British Museum. Many of these collectors then subscribed to his Natural History of Birds. The plates were completed by Eleazar as well as his children, Elizabeth and Fortinalus. In Albin's notes to the reader he states "As for the paintings, they are all done from the life, with all the Exactness I could either with my own hand, or my daughters, whom I have taught to draw and paint after the life."

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  • Albin - 8 Bird Engravings
    Dec. 14, 2024

    Albin - 8 Bird Engravings

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    This originally hand-colored etching is from Eleazar Albin's The Natural History of Birds. The first edition work was published in London by William Innys between 1731 and 1738. Eleazar Albin made his living creating watercolors of wealthy collectors' cabinets, including Sir Hans Sloane. Sloane's collection founded the British Museum. Many of these collectors then subscribed to his Natural History of Birds. The plates were completed by Eleazar as well as his children, Elizabeth and Fortinalus. In Albin's notes to the reader he states "As for the paintings, they are all done from the life, with all the Exactness I could either with my own hand, or my daughters, whom I have taught to draw and paint after the life."

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  • "Humming Birds of America".
    Dec. 12, 2024

    "Humming Birds of America".

    Est: €1,500 - €2,000

    Watercolour, 30,9 x 24,6 cm, vellum, titled and birds numb. 1-3 in pen (few spots, sl. browned and sm. stains on edges). - 3 hummingbirds, 2 of which were used as a model for "A natural history of birds" (London, 1731-1738), vol. 3, pl. 49 (see biodiversitylibrary.org/bibliography/62897).

    Arenberg Auctions
  • "The Cock Shovelar".
    Dec. 12, 2024

    "The Cock Shovelar".

    Est: €1,500 - €2,000

    Watercolour, 28,9 x 23,6 cm, vellum, titled in pen, numb. 97 in pencil in upper left corner (few spots, sl. browned and sm. stains on edges). - A male Northern shoveler, used as a model for "A natural history of birds" (London, 1731-1738), vol. 1, pl. 97 (see biodiversitylibrary.org/bibliography/62897).

    Arenberg Auctions
  • "The Cock and Hen Chafinch".
    Dec. 12, 2024

    "The Cock and Hen Chafinch".

    Est: €1,500 - €2,000

    Watercolour, 28,6 x 23,2 cm, vellum, titled in pen, numb. 63 in pencil in upper left corner (few spots, sl. browned and sm. stains on edges). - A male and female Eurasian chaffinch. The male was used as a model for "A natural history of birds" (London, 1731-1738), vol. 1, pl. 63 (see biodiversitylibrary.org/bibliography/62897). The couple was used as a model for "A natural history of English song-birds" (London, 1737), pl. [6] (see biodiversitylibrary.org/bibliography/50850).

    Arenberg Auctions
  • "Banana Bird".
    Dec. 12, 2024

    "Banana Bird".

    Est: €1,500 - €2,000

    Watercolour, 31,2 x 24,6 cm, vellum, titled in pen, numb. 40 in pencil in upper left corner (few spots, sl. browned and sm. stains on edges). - The English naturalist and watercolourist Eleazar Albin (active c. 1708-1742) wrote and illustrated several entomological books on insects and birds. This sale includes 4 rare original drawings on vellum of extremely high quality which can be convincingly attributed to Albin. Their style and ms. titles in pen closely correspond with other known works, both in private (London, Sotheby's, The Library of Henry Rogers Broughton, 2nd Baron Fairhaven, 1.12.2002, lot 249) and public collections (London, Natural History Museum, on loan from the Royal Collection Trust, inv. RCIN 929205). This drawing depicts a so-called banana bird or blue-faced honeyeater. It was used as a model for "A natural history of birds" (London, 1731-1738), vol. 2, pl. 40 (see biodiversitylibrary.org/bibliography/62897).

    Arenberg Auctions
  • Albin - 4 Bird Engravings (Magpie, Jackdaw, Jay)
    Dec. 07, 2024

    Albin - 4 Bird Engravings (Magpie, Jackdaw, Jay)

    Est: $400 - $800

    This originally hand-colored etching is from Eleazar Albin's The Natural History of Birds. The first edition work was published in London by William Innys between 1731 and 1738. Eleazar Albin made his living creating watercolors of wealthy collectors' cabinets, including Sir Hans Sloane. Sloane's collection founded the British Museum. Many of these collectors then subscribed to his Natural History of Birds. The plates were completed by Eleazar as well as his children, Elizabeth and Fortinalus. In Albin's notes to the reader he states "As for the paintings, they are all done from the life, with all the Exactness I could either with my own hand, or my daughters, whom I have taught to draw and paint after the life."

    Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
  • Albin - 3 Bird of Prey Engravings (Buzzard, Hawk)
    Dec. 07, 2024

    Albin - 3 Bird of Prey Engravings (Buzzard, Hawk)

    Est: $400 - $800

    This originally hand-colored etching is from Eleazar Albin's The Natural History of Birds. The first edition work was published in London by William Innys between 1731 and 1738. Eleazar Albin made his living creating watercolors of wealthy collectors' cabinets, including Sir Hans Sloane. Sloane's collection founded the British Museum. Many of these collectors then subscribed to his Natural History of Birds. The plates were completed by Eleazar as well as his children, Elizabeth and Fortinalus. In Albin's notes to the reader he states "As for the paintings, they are all done from the life, with all the Exactness I could either with my own hand, or my daughters, whom I have taught to draw and paint after the life."

    Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
  • Albin - Auk or Razor Bill. 95
    Nov. 30, 2024

    Albin - Auk or Razor Bill. 95

    Est: $200 - $500

    This originally hand-colored etching is from Eleazar Albin's The Natural History of Birds. The first edition work was published in London by William Innys between 1731 and 1738. Eleazar Albin made his living creating watercolors of wealthy collectors' cabinets, including Sir Hans Sloane. Sloane's collection founded the British Museum. Many of these collectors then subscribed to his Natural History of Birds. The plates were completed by Eleazar as well as his children, Elizabeth and Fortinalus. In Albin's notes to the reader he states "As for the paintings, they are all done from the life, with all the Exactness I could either with my own hand, or my daughters, whom I have taught to draw and paint after the life."

    Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
  • Albin - Pair of Engravings: Frigate Bird & Head and Bill of the Man of War Bird
    Nov. 30, 2024

    Albin - Pair of Engravings: Frigate Bird & Head and Bill of the Man of War Bird

    Est: $300 - $600

    This originally hand-colored etching is from Eleazar Albin's The Natural History of Birds. The first edition work was published in London by William Innys between 1731 and 1738. Eleazar Albin made his living creating watercolors of wealthy collectors' cabinets, including Sir Hans Sloane. Sloane's collection founded the British Museum. Many of these collectors then subscribed to his Natural History of Birds. The plates were completed by Eleazar as well as his children, Elizabeth and Fortinalus. In Albin's notes to the reader he states "As for the paintings, they are all done from the life, with all the Exactness I could either with my own hand, or my daughters, whom I have taught to draw and paint after the life."

    Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
  • Albin - 4 Dove or Pigeon Engravings
    Nov. 30, 2024

    Albin - 4 Dove or Pigeon Engravings

    Est: $400 - $800

    This originally hand-colored etching is from Eleazar Albin's The Natural History of Birds. The first edition work was published in London by William Innys between 1731 and 1738. Eleazar Albin made his living creating watercolors of wealthy collectors' cabinets, including Sir Hans Sloane. Sloane's collection founded the British Museum. Many of these collectors then subscribed to his Natural History of Birds. The plates were completed by Eleazar as well as his children, Elizabeth and Fortinalus. In Albin's notes to the reader he states "As for the paintings, they are all done from the life, with all the Exactness I could either with my own hand, or my daughters, whom I have taught to draw and paint after the life."

    Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
  • Albin - 6 Bird Engravings
    Nov. 30, 2024

    Albin - 6 Bird Engravings

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    This originally hand-colored etching is from Eleazar Albin's The Natural History of Birds. The first edition work was published in London by William Innys between 1731 and 1738. Eleazar Albin made his living creating watercolors of wealthy collectors' cabinets, including Sir Hans Sloane. Sloane's collection founded the British Museum. Many of these collectors then subscribed to his Natural History of Birds. The plates were completed by Eleazar as well as his children, Elizabeth and Fortinalus. In Albin's notes to the reader he states "As for the paintings, they are all done from the life, with all the Exactness I could either with my own hand, or my daughters, whom I have taught to draw and paint after the life."

    Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
  • Albin - 6 Butterfly or Moth Metamorphosis Engravings
    Nov. 30, 2024

    Albin - 6 Butterfly or Moth Metamorphosis Engravings

    Est: $150 - $300

    This originally hand-colored etching is from Eleazar Albin's A Natural History of English Insects, Illustrated with a hundred copper plates, curiously engraven from the life... to which are added large notes and many curious observations by W. Derham. This is from the first edition of the work published in London by William and John Innys in 1720. Eleazar Albin made his living creating watercolors of wealthy collectors cabinets, including Sir Hans Sloane. Sloane's collection founded the British Museum. The plates were completed by Eleazar as well as his children, Elizabeth and Fortinalus.

    Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
  • Albin - Woodpecker from Bengall. 22
    Nov. 23, 2024

    Albin - Woodpecker from Bengall. 22

    Est: $200 - $500

    This originally hand-colored etching is from Eleazar Albin's The Natural History of Birds. The first edition work was published in London by William Innys between 1731 and 1738. Eleazar Albin made his living creating watercolors of wealthy collectors' cabinets, including Sir Hans Sloane. Sloane's collection founded the British Museum. Many of these collectors then subscribed to his Natural History of Birds. The plates were completed by Eleazar as well as his children, Elizabeth and Fortinalus. In Albin's notes to the reader he states "As for the paintings, they are all done from the life, with all the Exactness I could either with my own hand, or my daughters, whom I have taught to draw and paint after the life."

    Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
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