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  • Edward Donovan An epitome of the natural history of the insects of China: c…
    Apr. 26, 2025

    Edward Donovan An epitome of the natural history of the insects of China: c…

    Est: €5,000 -

    Zoologie - Entomologie Donovan, Edward An epitome of the natural history of the insects of China: comprising figures and descriptions of upwards of one hundred new, singular, and beautiful species (...) Mit 50 handkolorierten Kupfertafeln. London, Printed for the Author by T. Bensley, 1798. 49 Bll. 4°. Roter Maroquin mit goldgepr. RTitel, DFileten und Steh- und Innenkantenvergoldung, sowie umseitigem Goldschnitt (Ecken leicht berieben, minimal fleckig). Erste Ausgabe. - Dunbar, British Butterflies, 48. - Nissen ZBI 1143. - Hagen I, 177. - Edward Donovan (1768-1837), ein englischer Naturhistoriker und Künstler, besaß ein besonderes Interesse an dem Fachgebiet der Entomologie und er publizierte mehrere Werke zu den Insekten verschiedener geographischer Regionen. Sein umfangreichstes Werk umfasste 16 Bände zu den Insekten Großbritanniens. Es ist jedoch sein Werk zu den Insekten Chinas, das wohl einige seiner prachtvollsten Illustrationen enthält. Donovan schrieb nicht nur über die Insekten Chinas, er illustrierte das Werk auch und fertigte die Kupfertafeln an. - Ränder minimal gebräunt, tls. leicht stockfleckig. Insgesamt ein sehr schönes Exemplar mit farbkräftigen und detailreichen Kupfertafeln. Zoology - Entomology - With 50 hand-coloured copper plates. Red morocco with gilt-stamped title, cover fillets and gilt edges and inner edges, as well as gilt edges (corners slightly rubbed, minimally stained). - First edition. - Edward Donovan (1768-1837), an English natural historian and artist, had a special interest in the field of entomology and published several works on the insects of various geographical regions. His most extensive work comprised 16 volumes on the insects of Great Britain. However, it is this work on the insects of China that contains some of his most splendid illustrations. Donovan not only wrote about the insects of China, he also illustrated the work and produced the copper plates. - Margins minimally browned, some light foxing. Overall a very fine copy with colourful and detailed copper plates. Dieses Los ist regelbesteuert. Auf den Zuschlagspreis fallen 24,95% Aufgeld sowie auf den Rechnungsendbetrag 7% (Bücher, Kunst) bzw. 19% Mehrwertsteuer (Manuskripte, Siebdrucke, Offsetdrucke Photographien) in der Europäischen Union an. This work is subject to the regular margin scheme. There is a 24.95% buyer's premium on the hammer price and 7% (Books and Art) or 19% VAT (Manuscripts, Screenprints, Offsetprints and Photographs) on the final invoice amount in the European Union.

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  • Donovan - Butterfly. 29
    Feb. 22, 2025

    Donovan - Butterfly. 29

    Est: $200 - $500

    This engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work Natural History of the Insects of India, containing upwards of two hundred and twenty figures and description. The work was published in London in 1842 by J. O. Westwood and Henry G. Bohn. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, and engraving. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. He drew his images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

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  • Donovan - Butterflies. 22
    Feb. 22, 2025

    Donovan - Butterflies. 22

    Est: $200 - $500

    This engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work Natural History of the Insects of India, containing upwards of two hundred and twenty figures and description. The work was published in London in 1842 by J. O. Westwood and Henry G. Bohn. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, and engraving. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. He drew his images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

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  • Donovan - Butterflies. 32
    Feb. 22, 2025

    Donovan - Butterflies. 32

    Est: $200 - $500

    This engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work Natural History of the Insects of India, containing upwards of two hundred and twenty figures and description. The work was published in London in 1842 by J. O. Westwood and Henry G. Bohn. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, and engraving. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. He drew his images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

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  • Donovan - Butterflies. 30
    Feb. 22, 2025

    Donovan - Butterflies. 30

    Est: $200 - $500

    This engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work Natural History of the Insects of India, containing upwards of two hundred and twenty figures and description. The work was published in London in 1842 by J. O. Westwood and Henry G. Bohn. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, and engraving. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. He drew his images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

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  • Donovan - Butterflies. 28
    Feb. 22, 2025

    Donovan - Butterflies. 28

    Est: $200 - $500

    This engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work Natural History of the Insects of India, containing upwards of two hundred and twenty figures and description. The work was published in London in 1842 by J. O. Westwood and Henry G. Bohn. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, and engraving. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. He drew his images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

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  • Donovan - Butterflies. 26
    Feb. 22, 2025

    Donovan - Butterflies. 26

    Est: $200 - $500

    This engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work Natural History of the Insects of India, containing upwards of two hundred and twenty figures and description. The work was published in London in 1842 by J. O. Westwood and Henry G. Bohn. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, and engraving. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. He drew his images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

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  • Donovan - Butterflies. 25
    Feb. 08, 2025

    Donovan - Butterflies. 25

    Est: $200 - $500

    This engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work Natural History of the Insects of India, containing upwards of two hundred and twenty figures and description. The work was published in London in 1842 by J. O. Westwood and Henry G. Bohn. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, and engraving. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. He drew his images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

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  • Donovan - Butterfly. 27
    Feb. 08, 2025

    Donovan - Butterfly. 27

    Est: $200 - $500

    This engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work Natural History of the Insects of India, containing upwards of two hundred and twenty figures and description. The work was published in London in 1842 by J. O. Westwood and Henry G. Bohn. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, and engraving. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. He drew his images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

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  • Donovan - Butterflies. 33
    Feb. 08, 2025

    Donovan - Butterflies. 33

    Est: $200 - $500

    This engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work Natural History of the Insects of India, containing upwards of two hundred and twenty figures and description. The work was published in London in 1842 by J. O. Westwood and Henry G. Bohn. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, and engraving. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. He drew his images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

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  • Donovan - Butterflies. 36
    Feb. 08, 2025

    Donovan - Butterflies. 36

    Est: $200 - $500

    This engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work Natural History of the Insects of India, containing upwards of two hundred and twenty figures and description. The work was published in London in 1842 by J. O. Westwood and Henry G. Bohn. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, and engraving. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. He drew his images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

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  • Donovan - Butterflies. 38
    Feb. 08, 2025

    Donovan - Butterflies. 38

    Est: $200 - $500

    This engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work Natural History of the Insects of India, containing upwards of two hundred and twenty figures and description. The work was published in London in 1842 by J. O. Westwood and Henry G. Bohn. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, and engraving. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. He drew his images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

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  • Donovan - Moths & Flower. 34
    Feb. 08, 2025

    Donovan - Moths & Flower. 34

    Est: $200 - $500

    This engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work Natural History of the Insects of India, containing upwards of two hundred and twenty figures and description. The work was published in London in 1842 by J. O. Westwood and Henry G. Bohn. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, and engraving. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. He drew his images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

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  • Dononvan - Atlas Moth. 42
    Feb. 01, 2025

    Dononvan - Atlas Moth. 42

    Est: $200 - $500

    This engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work Natural History of the Insects of India, containing upwards of two hundred and twenty figures and description. The work was published in London in 1842 by J. O. Westwood and Henry G. Bohn. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, and engraving. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. He drew his images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

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  • Dononvan - Moths. 44
    Feb. 01, 2025

    Dononvan - Moths. 44

    Est: $200 - $500

    This engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work Natural History of the Insects of India, containing upwards of two hundred and twenty figures and description. The work was published in London in 1842 by J. O. Westwood and Henry G. Bohn. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, and engraving. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. He drew his images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

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  • Dononvan - Butterfly. 23
    Feb. 01, 2025

    Dononvan - Butterfly. 23

    Est: $200 - $500

    This engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work Natural History of the Insects of India, containing upwards of two hundred and twenty figures and description. The work was published in London in 1842 by J. O. Westwood and Henry G. Bohn. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, and engraving. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. He drew his images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

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  • Dononvan - Butterflies. 24
    Feb. 01, 2025

    Dononvan - Butterflies. 24

    Est: $200 - $500

    This engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work Natural History of the Insects of India, containing upwards of two hundred and twenty figures and description. The work was published in London in 1842 by J. O. Westwood and Henry G. Bohn. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, and engraving. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. He drew his images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

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  • Dononvan - Dragonflies. 45
    Feb. 01, 2025

    Dononvan - Dragonflies. 45

    Est: $200 - $500

    This engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work Natural History of the Insects of India, containing upwards of two hundred and twenty figures and description. The work was published in London in 1842 by J. O. Westwood and Henry G. Bohn. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, and engraving. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. He drew his images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

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  • Dononvan - Dragonflies. 46
    Feb. 01, 2025

    Dononvan - Dragonflies. 46

    Est: $200 - $500

    This engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work Natural History of the Insects of India, containing upwards of two hundred and twenty figures and description. The work was published in London in 1842 by J. O. Westwood and Henry G. Bohn. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, and engraving. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. He drew his images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

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  • Insects.- Donovan (Edward) The Natural History of British Insects; explaining them in their several states, 4 vol. only (of 16), mixed edition, 576 engraved plates, most hand-coloured, for the Author, …
    Jan. 30, 2025

    Insects.- Donovan (Edward) The Natural History of British Insects; explaining them in their several states, 4 vol. only (of 16), mixed edition, 576 engraved plates, most hand-coloured, for the Author, …

    Est: £800 - £1,200

    Insects.- Donovan (Edward) The Natural History of British Insects; explaining them in their several states, 4 vol. only (of 16), mixed edition, 576 engraved plates, most hand-coloured, index of vol. 1-16 bound at end of vol. 4, some plates slightly trimmed at edges, a few pencil annotations, a few tears to margins and minor repairs, occasional light offsetting and browning, occasional foxing and spotting, heavy to some leaves, some damp- and other staining, sometimes to plates, ex-library copies with bookplates, ink-stamps to titles and all plates, vol. 4 upper hinge broken, vol. 2 contemporary black half morocco, other vol. contemporary dark green half morocco, library stickers to spine ends and upper covers, vol. 1 & 3 contents loose within binding, 2 vol. with upper covers becoming detached, rubbed and worn, [Nissen ZBI 1142] 8vo, for the Author, and for F. and C. Rivington, 1793-[1813]; sold as a collection of plates, not subject to return.    ⁂ Seemingly, a composite set with titles to vol. 1-4 only, but with the full suite of 576 plates found in all 16 vol. The plates are bound out of order.

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  • Donovan's The Natural History of British Shells - 5 Volumes in 2 Books with 180 Engravings
    Jan. 25, 2025

    Donovan's The Natural History of British Shells - 5 Volumes in 2 Books with 180 Engravings

    Est: $4,000 - $6,000

    This is a 5 volume set bound in 2 of Edward Donovan’s work The Natural History of British Shells, including figures and descriptions of all the Species hiherto discovered in Great Britain, systematically arranged, in the Linnean Manner, with scientific and general observation on each. It includes 180 originally hand-colored engravings. This first edition work was published in London between 1799 and 1803 for the author. The work is bound in contemporary full calf gilt, boards with broad gilt foliate roll to borders. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, engraving, and hand-coloring. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings that often have the appearance of watercolors. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. Donovan’s engravings are noted for their exceptionally hand-colored images. He drew the images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

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  • Donovan - 10 Bird Engravings
    Nov. 16, 2024

    Donovan - 10 Bird Engravings

    Est: $500 - $1,500

    This original hand-colored engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work The Naturalist’s Repository of Exotic Natural History… Of Quadrupeds, Birds, Fishes, Insects, Shells, Marine Productions… . The work was published in London between 1822 and 1827 for the author by W. Simpkin and R. Marshall. The engravings are from the first edition, second issue on woven, watermarked paper (not present to each sheet) that is less course than the first issue and has left them in much better condition with age. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, engraving, and hand-coloring. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings that often have the appearance of watercolors. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. Donovan’s engravings are noted for their exceptionally hand-colored images. He drew the images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

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  • Donovan - 3 Beetle or Locust Engravings
    Nov. 16, 2024

    Donovan - 3 Beetle or Locust Engravings

    Est: $500 - $1,500

    This original hand-colored engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work The Naturalist’s Repository of Exotic Natural History… Of Quadrupeds, Birds, Fishes, Insects, Shells, Marine Productions… . The work was published in London between 1822 and 1827 for the author by W. Simpkin and R. Marshall. The engravings are from the first edition, second issue on woven, watermarked paper (not present to each sheet) that is less course than the first issue and has left them in much better condition with age. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, engraving, and hand-coloring. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings that often have the appearance of watercolors. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. Donovan’s engravings are noted for their exceptionally hand-colored images. He drew the images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

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  • Donovan - 9 Butterfly Engravings
    Nov. 16, 2024

    Donovan - 9 Butterfly Engravings

    Est: $500 - $1,500

    This original hand-colored engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work The Naturalist’s Repository of Exotic Natural History… Of Quadrupeds, Birds, Fishes, Insects, Shells, Marine Productions… . The work was published in London between 1822 and 1827 for the author by W. Simpkin and R. Marshall. The engravings are from the first edition, second issue on woven, watermarked paper (not present to each sheet) that is less course than the first issue and has left them in much better condition with age. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, engraving, and hand-coloring. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings that often have the appearance of watercolors. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. Donovan’s engravings are noted for their exceptionally hand-colored images. He drew the images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

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  • Donovan - 11 Shell Engravings
    Nov. 02, 2024

    Donovan - 11 Shell Engravings

    Est: $500 - $1,500

    This original hand-colored engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work The Naturalist’s Repository of Exotic Natural History… Of Quadrupeds, Birds, Fishes, Insects, Shells, Marine Productions… . The work was published in London between 1822 and 1827 for the author by W. Simpkin and R. Marshall. The engravings are from the first edition, second issue on woven, watermarked paper (not present to each sheet) that is less course than the first issue and has left them in much better condition with age. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, engraving, and hand-coloring. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings that often have the appearance of watercolors. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. Donovan’s engravings are noted for their exceptionally hand-colored images. He drew the images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

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  • Donovan - Tortoiseshell Harp Buccinum Shell. 8
    Oct. 19, 2024

    Donovan - Tortoiseshell Harp Buccinum Shell. 8

    Est: $150 - $300

    This original hand-colored engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work The Naturalist’s Repository of Exotic Natural History… Of Quadrupeds, Birds, Fishes, Insects, Shells, Marine Productions… . The work was published in London between 1822 and 1827 for the author by W. Simpkin and R. Marshall. The engravings are from the first edition, second issue on woven, watermarked paper (not present to each sheet) that is less course than the first issue and has left them in much better condition with age. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, engraving, and hand-coloring. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings that often have the appearance of watercolors. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. Donovan’s engravings are noted for their exceptionally hand-colored images. He drew the images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

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  • Donovan - Pink or Roseate Imperial Sun Trochus Shells. 11
    Oct. 19, 2024

    Donovan - Pink or Roseate Imperial Sun Trochus Shells. 11

    Est: $150 - $300

    This original hand-colored engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work The Naturalist’s Repository of Exotic Natural History… Of Quadrupeds, Birds, Fishes, Insects, Shells, Marine Productions… . The work was published in London between 1822 and 1827 for the author by W. Simpkin and R. Marshall. The engravings are from the first edition, second issue on woven, watermarked paper (not present to each sheet) that is less course than the first issue and has left them in much better condition with age. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, engraving, and hand-coloring. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings that often have the appearance of watercolors. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. Donovan’s engravings are noted for their exceptionally hand-colored images. He drew the images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

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  • Donovan - Chain-spotted Brunette Cone Shell. 43
    Oct. 19, 2024

    Donovan - Chain-spotted Brunette Cone Shell. 43

    Est: $150 - $300

    This original hand-colored engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work The Naturalist’s Repository of Exotic Natural History… Of Quadrupeds, Birds, Fishes, Insects, Shells, Marine Productions… . The work was published in London between 1822 and 1827 for the author by W. Simpkin and R. Marshall. The engravings are from the first edition, second issue on woven, watermarked paper (not present to each sheet) that is less course than the first issue and has left them in much better condition with age. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, engraving, and hand-coloring. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings that often have the appearance of watercolors. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. Donovan’s engravings are noted for their exceptionally hand-colored images. He drew the images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

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  • Donovan - Noble Volute Shell. 46
    Oct. 19, 2024

    Donovan - Noble Volute Shell. 46

    Est: $150 - $300

    This original hand-colored engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work The Naturalist’s Repository of Exotic Natural History… Of Quadrupeds, Birds, Fishes, Insects, Shells, Marine Productions… . The work was published in London between 1822 and 1827 for the author by W. Simpkin and R. Marshall. The engravings are from the first edition, second issue on woven, watermarked paper (not present to each sheet) that is less course than the first issue and has left them in much better condition with age. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, engraving, and hand-coloring. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings that often have the appearance of watercolors. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. Donovan’s engravings are noted for their exceptionally hand-colored images. He drew the images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

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  • Donovan - Olive Shell. 4
    Oct. 19, 2024

    Donovan - Olive Shell. 4

    Est: $150 - $300

    This original hand-colored engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work The Naturalist’s Repository of Exotic Natural History… Of Quadrupeds, Birds, Fishes, Insects, Shells, Marine Productions… . The work was published in London between 1822 and 1827 for the author by W. Simpkin and R. Marshall. The engravings are from the first edition, second issue on woven, watermarked paper (not present to each sheet) that is less course than the first issue and has left them in much better condition with age. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, engraving, and hand-coloring. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings that often have the appearance of watercolors. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. Donovan’s engravings are noted for their exceptionally hand-colored images. He drew the images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

    Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
  • Donovan - Orange Cowry Shell. 32
    Oct. 19, 2024

    Donovan - Orange Cowry Shell. 32

    Est: $150 - $300

    This original hand-colored engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work The Naturalist’s Repository of Exotic Natural History… Of Quadrupeds, Birds, Fishes, Insects, Shells, Marine Productions… . The work was published in London between 1822 and 1827 for the author by W. Simpkin and R. Marshall. The engravings are from the first edition, second issue on woven, watermarked paper (not present to each sheet) that is less course than the first issue and has left them in much better condition with age. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, engraving, and hand-coloring. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings that often have the appearance of watercolors. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. Donovan’s engravings are noted for their exceptionally hand-colored images. He drew the images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

    Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
  • Donovan, Edward: The natural history of British birds, Band VII
    Oct. 09, 2024

    Donovan, Edward: The natural history of British birds, Band VII

    Est: €300 - €450

    Donovan, E(dward). The natural history of British birds; or, A selection of the most rare, beautiful, and interesting birds which inhabit this country; the descriptions from the systema naturae of Linnaeus. Bände VII und VIII (von 10). Mit zusammen 45 (statt 46) kolorierten Kupfertafeln, jeweils mit dazugehörigen Erläuterungsblättern. 22,5 x 14 cm. Halbleder d. Z. (berieben, Rücken mit Schabspuren) mit RVergoldung und goldgeprägtem RTitel mit Goldschnitt. London, Rivington, 1816-1817. -- Nissen 257. Zimmer 175 (Anmerkung). Vgl. Anker 34. – Die Bände VII und VIII des ornithologischen Standardwerks, das von 1794 bis 1819 in zehn Bänden erschien. Enthält die nummerierten Tafeln 149-196. "The hand-coloring is delicate and gives the book an artistic, if not scientific, importance" (Zimmer). – Es fehlt Tafel 179 in Band VIII. Gering fleckig, teils mit Abklatsch. Ehemaliges Bibliotheksexemplar mit entsprechenden Stempeln und montiertem Etikett.

    Bassenge Auctions
  • Donovan - Tobin's Striped Trunk Fish. 66
    Sep. 21, 2024

    Donovan - Tobin's Striped Trunk Fish. 66

    Est: $300 - $600

    This original hand-colored engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work The Naturalist’s Repository of Exotic Natural History… Of Quadrupeds, Birds, Fishes, Insects, Shells, Marine Productions… . The work was published in London between 1822 and 1827 for the author by W. Simpkin and R. Marshall. The engravings are from the first edition, second issue on woven, watermarked paper (not present to each sheet) that is less course than the first issue and has left them in much better condition with age. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, engraving, and hand-coloring. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings that often have the appearance of watercolors. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. Donovan’s engravings are noted for their exceptionally hand-colored images. He drew the images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

    Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
  • Donovan - Pair of Volute Shell Engravings
    Sep. 21, 2024

    Donovan - Pair of Volute Shell Engravings

    Est: $200 - $400

    This original hand-colored engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work The Naturalist’s Repository of Exotic Natural History… Of Quadrupeds, Birds, Fishes, Insects, Shells, Marine Productions… . The work was published in London between 1822 and 1827 for the author by W. Simpkin and R. Marshall. The engravings are from the first edition, second issue on woven, watermarked paper (not present to each sheet) that is less course than the first issue and has left them in much better condition with age. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, engraving, and hand-coloring. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings that often have the appearance of watercolors. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. Donovan’s engravings are noted for their exceptionally hand-colored images. He drew the images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

    Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
  • Donovan - Sapphire Crowned Parrakeet. 17
    Sep. 21, 2024

    Donovan - Sapphire Crowned Parrakeet. 17

    Est: $150 - $300

    This original hand-colored engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work The Naturalist’s Repository of Exotic Natural History… Of Quadrupeds, Birds, Fishes, Insects, Shells, Marine Productions… . The work was published in London between 1822 and 1827 for the author by W. Simpkin and R. Marshall. The engravings are from the first edition, second issue on woven, watermarked paper (not present to each sheet) that is less course than the first issue and has left them in much better condition with age. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, engraving, and hand-coloring. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings that often have the appearance of watercolors. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. Donovan’s engravings are noted for their exceptionally hand-colored images. He drew the images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

    Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
  • Donovan - Pair of Butterfly Engravings
    Sep. 21, 2024

    Donovan - Pair of Butterfly Engravings

    Est: $300 - $600

    This original hand-colored engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work The Naturalist’s Repository of Exotic Natural History… Of Quadrupeds, Birds, Fishes, Insects, Shells, Marine Productions… . The work was published in London between 1822 and 1827 for the author by W. Simpkin and R. Marshall. The engravings are from the first edition, second issue on woven, watermarked paper (not present to each sheet) that is less course than the first issue and has left them in much better condition with age. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, engraving, and hand-coloring. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings that often have the appearance of watercolors. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. Donovan’s engravings are noted for their exceptionally hand-colored images. He drew the images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

    Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
  • Donovan - Homer's Butterfly. 20
    Sep. 14, 2024

    Donovan - Homer's Butterfly. 20

    Est: $200 - $400

    This original hand-colored engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work The Naturalist’s Repository of Exotic Natural History… Of Quadrupeds, Birds, Fishes, Insects, Shells, Marine Productions… . The work was published in London between 1822 and 1827 for the author by W. Simpkin and R. Marshall. The engravings are from the first edition, second issue on woven, watermarked paper (not present to each sheet) that is less course than the first issue and has left them in much better condition with age. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, engraving, and hand-coloring. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings that often have the appearance of watercolors. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. Donovan’s engravings are noted for their exceptionally hand-colored images. He drew the images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

    Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
  • Donovan - Thersites Butterfly. 24
    Sep. 14, 2024

    Donovan - Thersites Butterfly. 24

    Est: $150 - $300

    This original hand-colored engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work The Naturalist’s Repository of Exotic Natural History… Of Quadrupeds, Birds, Fishes, Insects, Shells, Marine Productions… . The work was published in London between 1822 and 1827 for the author by W. Simpkin and R. Marshall. The engravings are from the first edition, second issue on woven, watermarked paper (not present to each sheet) that is less course than the first issue and has left them in much better condition with age. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, engraving, and hand-coloring. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings that often have the appearance of watercolors. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. Donovan’s engravings are noted for their exceptionally hand-colored images. He drew the images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

    Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
  • Donovan - Codomannus Butterfly. 3
    Sep. 14, 2024

    Donovan - Codomannus Butterfly. 3

    Est: $150 - $300

    This original hand-colored engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work The Naturalist’s Repository of Exotic Natural History… Of Quadrupeds, Birds, Fishes, Insects, Shells, Marine Productions… . The work was published in London between 1822 and 1827 for the author by W. Simpkin and R. Marshall. The engravings are from the first edition, second issue on woven, watermarked paper (not present to each sheet) that is less course than the first issue and has left them in much better condition with age. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, engraving, and hand-coloring. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings that often have the appearance of watercolors. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. Donovan’s engravings are noted for their exceptionally hand-colored images. He drew the images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

    Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
  • Donovan - Pylades Butterfly. 13
    Sep. 14, 2024

    Donovan - Pylades Butterfly. 13

    Est: $150 - $300

    This original hand-colored engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work The Naturalist’s Repository of Exotic Natural History… Of Quadrupeds, Birds, Fishes, Insects, Shells, Marine Productions… . The work was published in London between 1822 and 1827 for the author by W. Simpkin and R. Marshall. The engravings are from the first edition, second issue on woven, watermarked paper (not present to each sheet) that is less course than the first issue and has left them in much better condition with age. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, engraving, and hand-coloring. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings that often have the appearance of watercolors. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. Donovan’s engravings are noted for their exceptionally hand-colored images. He drew the images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

    Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
  • Donovan - Pair of Broad-winged Strombus Shell Engravings
    Sep. 14, 2024

    Donovan - Pair of Broad-winged Strombus Shell Engravings

    Est: $150 - $300

    This original hand-colored engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work The Naturalist’s Repository of Exotic Natural History… Of Quadrupeds, Birds, Fishes, Insects, Shells, Marine Productions… . The work was published in London between 1822 and 1827 for the author by W. Simpkin and R. Marshall. The engravings are from the first edition, second issue on woven, watermarked paper (not present to each sheet) that is less course than the first issue and has left them in much better condition with age. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, engraving, and hand-coloring. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings that often have the appearance of watercolors. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. Donovan’s engravings are noted for their exceptionally hand-colored images. He drew the images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

    Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
  • Donovan - Mermaid and Rufous Orang-Outang (Orangutan). 59
    Sep. 07, 2024

    Donovan - Mermaid and Rufous Orang-Outang (Orangutan). 59

    Est: $200 - $400

    This original hand-colored engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work The Naturalist’s Repository of Exotic Natural History… Of Quadrupeds, Birds, Fishes, Insects, Shells, Marine Productions… . The work was published in London between 1822 and 1827 for the author by W. Simpkin and R. Marshall. The engravings are from the first edition, second issue on woven, watermarked paper (not present to each sheet) that is less course than the first issue and has left them in much better condition with age. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, engraving, and hand-coloring. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings that often have the appearance of watercolors. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. Donovan’s engravings are noted for their exceptionally hand-colored images. He drew the images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

    Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
  • Donovan - Rufous Orang Outang or Wild Man of the Woods (Orangutan). 57
    Sep. 07, 2024

    Donovan - Rufous Orang Outang or Wild Man of the Woods (Orangutan). 57

    Est: $150 - $300

    This original hand-colored engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work The Naturalist’s Repository of Exotic Natural History… Of Quadrupeds, Birds, Fishes, Insects, Shells, Marine Productions… . The work was published in London between 1822 and 1827 for the author by W. Simpkin and R. Marshall. The engravings are from the first edition, second issue on woven, watermarked paper (not present to each sheet) that is less course than the first issue and has left them in much better condition with age. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, engraving, and hand-coloring. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings that often have the appearance of watercolors. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. Donovan’s engravings are noted for their exceptionally hand-colored images. He drew the images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

    Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
  • Donovan - Tos's Butterfly. 29
    Sep. 07, 2024

    Donovan - Tos's Butterfly. 29

    Est: $150 - $300

    This original hand-colored engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work The Naturalist’s Repository of Exotic Natural History… Of Quadrupeds, Birds, Fishes, Insects, Shells, Marine Productions… . The work was published in London between 1822 and 1827 for the author by W. Simpkin and R. Marshall. The engravings are from the first edition, second issue on woven, watermarked paper (not present to each sheet) that is less course than the first issue and has left them in much better condition with age. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, engraving, and hand-coloring. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings that often have the appearance of watercolors. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. Donovan’s engravings are noted for their exceptionally hand-colored images. He drew the images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

    Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
  • Donovan - Dolicaon Butterfly. 65
    Sep. 07, 2024

    Donovan - Dolicaon Butterfly. 65

    Est: $150 - $300

    This original hand-colored engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work The Naturalist’s Repository of Exotic Natural History… Of Quadrupeds, Birds, Fishes, Insects, Shells, Marine Productions… . The work was published in London between 1822 and 1827 for the author by W. Simpkin and R. Marshall. The engravings are from the first edition, second issue on woven, watermarked paper (not present to each sheet) that is less course than the first issue and has left them in much better condition with age. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, engraving, and hand-coloring. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings that often have the appearance of watercolors. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. Donovan’s engravings are noted for their exceptionally hand-colored images. He drew the images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

    Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
  • Donovan - Brown's Parrot. 64
    Sep. 07, 2024

    Donovan - Brown's Parrot. 64

    Est: $150 - $300

    This original hand-colored engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work The Naturalist’s Repository of Exotic Natural History… Of Quadrupeds, Birds, Fishes, Insects, Shells, Marine Productions… . The work was published in London between 1822 and 1827 for the author by W. Simpkin and R. Marshall. The engravings are from the first edition, second issue on woven, watermarked paper (not present to each sheet) that is less course than the first issue and has left them in much better condition with age. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, engraving, and hand-coloring. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings that often have the appearance of watercolors. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. Donovan’s engravings are noted for their exceptionally hand-colored images. He drew the images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

    Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
  • Donovan - Spotted Breasted Parrakeet. 33
    Sep. 07, 2024

    Donovan - Spotted Breasted Parrakeet. 33

    Est: $150 - $300

    This original hand-colored engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work The Naturalist’s Repository of Exotic Natural History… Of Quadrupeds, Birds, Fishes, Insects, Shells, Marine Productions… . The work was published in London between 1822 and 1827 for the author by W. Simpkin and R. Marshall. The engravings are from the first edition, second issue on woven, watermarked paper (not present to each sheet) that is less course than the first issue and has left them in much better condition with age. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, engraving, and hand-coloring. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings that often have the appearance of watercolors. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. Donovan’s engravings are noted for their exceptionally hand-colored images. He drew the images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

    Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
  • Donovan - Green Toucan. 63
    Aug. 31, 2024

    Donovan - Green Toucan. 63

    Est: $150 - $300

    This original hand-colored engraving is from Edward Donovan’s work The Naturalist’s Repository of Exotic Natural History… Of Quadrupeds, Birds, Fishes, Insects, Shells, Marine Productions… . The work was published in London between 1822 and 1827 for the author by W. Simpkin and R. Marshall. The engravings are from the first edition, second issue on woven, watermarked paper (not present to each sheet) that is less course than the first issue and has left them in much better condition with age. Edward Donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, engraving, and hand-coloring. His artistic hand created some of the finest engravings that often have the appearance of watercolors. Donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the Linnean Society and the Wernerian Natural History Society. He also opened his own private museum in 1807, the London Museum and Institute of Natural History. Donovan’s engravings are noted for their exceptionally hand-colored images. He drew the images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of Sir Joseph Banks & Dru Drury.

    Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
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