George (1694) Edwards Paintings & Artwork for Sale | George (1694) Edwards Art Value Price Guide

Mar. 26, 2025
5 Hand-Colored Engravings After George Edwards, Uncommon Birds
Est: $600 - $900
Set of Five Hand-Colored Engravings after George Edwards (British, 1694-1773), from A Natural History of Uncommon Birds., Plate approx. 10.5x 8 1/4 inches; beautifully framed with French mats and attractive frames 20.5 x 17 inches.
Concept Art Gallery
Feb. 22, 2025
Edwards, George (1694-1773) Vogel-Konvolut, 1759-61, Mischtechnik.
Est: €300 - €700
Edwards, George (1694-1773) Vogel-Konvolut, 1759-61, Mischtechnik. In jedem Werk portraitiert Edwards einen speziellen Vogel in seinem natürlichen Habitat, darunter den "kleinen Papagei", den Flötenkrähenstar und den Pompadour-Schmuckvogel. Exemplar "315", "321" und "341". Unten jeweils vom Künstler betitelt. Graphiken 26 x 21 cm. Rahmen 40 x 34 cm. Edwards, George (1694-1773) Bird Collection, 1759-61, mixed media. In each work Edwards portrays a specific bird in its natural habitat, including the "little parrot", the flute-crow starling and the pompadour bird. Exemplars "315", "321" and "341". Titled by the artist on the bottom. Prints 26 x 21 cm. Frame 40 x 34 cm.
Auktionshaus Karrenbauer
Dec. 12, 2024
FIVE 18TH C. GEO. EDWARDS QUADRUPED ENGRAVINGS.
Est: $120 - $240
Edwards, George (English, 1694-1773). Five hand-colored quadruped engravings from Edwards' "A Natural History of Uncommon Birds" (1743-1751) and "Gleanings of Natural History" (1758-1764). Includes: 54, Porcupine--matted ++ 217, Black Maucauco (black lemur) ++ 103, Wolverine ++ 198, Squirrel ++ 216 "The Mongooz" (Lemur). Sheet: 8 3/4" x 11 1/2". Plate: 7 1/4" x 9 1/4". ++ Measurements approximate. Condition: Some offsetting, toning, scattered foxing; material loss to upper right corner no. 217
Quinn's Auction Galleries
Dec. 12, 2024
THREE 18TH C. SELIGMANN EDWARDS ENGRAVINGS.
Est: $80 - $120
Edwards, George. (British, 1694-1773); Seligmann, Johann (German, 1720–1762). Three hand colored engravings from Seligmann's "Sammlung verschiedener ausländischer und seltener Vögel" (Collection of various foreign and rare birds), Nuremberg, 1748-1776, consisting of two birds and one fish. Based on the works of George Edwards. Includes: Black Footed Penguins, Pl. 83 ++ The Sea-Bat, and the Pyed Acarauna, Pl. 73 ++ and The Brown Indian Dove, Pl. 47. Sheets (approx): 10" x 16". Plates (approx.): 8" x 10". Condition: Sheets incased in archival mylar sleeves; scattered foxing; price penciled in l.r. corner, Pl. 83
Quinn's Auction Galleries
Dec. 12, 2024
SEVEN 18TH C. GEO. EDWARDS NATURALIST ENGRAVINGS.
Est: $120 - $240
Edwards, George (English, 1694-1773). Lot of seven hand-colored engravings from Edwards' "A Natural History of Uncommon Birds" (1743-1751) and "Gleanings of Natural History" (1758-1764), in which birds, insects, reptiles and fish are all represented. Mixed Editions, first to early 19th century. Includes: ++ Pl 150, Wild Swan, on laid paper with watermark; paired with original descriptive text page in sleeve ++ Pl 207, Double headed snake and Butterflies, on wove paper ++ Pl. 356, Lesser Ibis and the Animal Plant or Polype, on wove paper with Whatman 1804 watermark ++ Pl 202, Large Green Spotted Lizard and Butterfly, on laid paper ++ Pl 74, The Hen Bustard, on wove paper ++ Pl 322, Yellow winged Pie, and the great Locust, on laid paper ++ Pl 208, The Mango Fish and Great Brown Locust, on wove paper. Sheet: 9 1/2" x 12"; Plate: 7 1/2" x 9 1/4". Measurements approximate. Condition: Toning, foxing and general age related wear. Five prints in archival mylar sleeves; Lizard print is hinged and matted behind mylar window.
Quinn's Auction Galleries
Dec. 12, 2024
TWO 18TH C. GEO. EDWARDS BIRD ENGRAVINGS MATTED
Est: $200 - $300
Edwards, George (English, 1694-1773). Two hand colored bird engravings from Edwards' Natural History of Birds (London, 1743-1751). Both are matted, hinged on backing board with archival mylar window. Behind each print is the corresponding page of text from the book (also hinged). ++ "Black Footed Penguin" Pl. 94. Mat: 13" x 15"; Sight: 8" x 10" ++ "The Mino or Minor, Greater or Less" Pl. 17. Mat: 13 1/4" x 16"; Sight: 8 1/4" x 10". Condition: Both: strong colors with very good contrast; some toning to edges under mats. Text pages hinged behind engravings are uniformly toned ((visible only when mat and engraving are lifted): Both have simple attribution information written by previous owner/dealer on backing boards l.r. under mats;.++ Pl. 17, some shadow toning l.l. outside sight; mended closed tear l.r. margin, also not in sight.
Quinn's Auction Galleries
Dec. 12, 2024
SEVEN 18TH C. GEO. EDWARDS HAND COLORED ENGRAVINGS
Est: $400 - $600
Edwards, George (English, 1694-1773). Seven hand colored engravings from Edward's Natural History of Birds and Gleanings of Natural History of Birds (Nuremberg, 1749-1776). Text in German, French and Latin. All but one, the Marmot, are birds. Condition: Most richly pigmented; scattered foxing, occasional spotting.
Quinn's Auction Galleries
Oct. 02, 2024
George Edwards (English, 1694-1773)
Est: $50 - $150
Four hand-colored copper engravings from "A Natural History of Uncommon Birds" published 1743-1764. Labeled on verso. All signed, dated and identified on bottom. 10 x 8 1/2"; 19 1/4 x 16 3/4" (overall). Framed. Provenance: Graham & Oxley London; private Massachusetts collection.
Vallot Auctioneers
Sep. 13, 2024
George (1694) Edwards, British 1694-1773, Two Parrot Studies, Hand-Colored Engravings
Est: $200 - $400
George (1694) Edwards British, 1694-1773 Two Parrot Studies Hand-Colored Engravings From "A Natural History of Birds". Light stains and mat stains, some foxing. Provenance: Property From The Estate of Barbara Mallory Hathaway, "Enterprise" the William Bottomley Designed Estate of Captain and Mrs. Newton H. White, Mitchellville, Maryland.
Nye & Company
Aug. 27, 2024
George Edwards (Britain, 1694-1773), Four Parrots from George Edwards' A Natural History of Uncommon Birds, hand colored engravings on laid paper, 10 x 8 in. (25 1/2 x 20 1/2 cm.)
Est: $800 - $1,200
George Edwards (Britain, 1694-1773) Four Parrots from George Edwards' A Natural History of Uncommon Birds hand colored engravings on laid paper plates 167, 170,172 & 314, (plates 1794-1804); from Edwards, George (1694-1773). A Natural History of Uncommon Birds, and of Some Other Rare and Undescribed Animals. London: Printed by C. Rickaby "for the author" [William Gardiner and Messrs. Robinson], 1743-1751.
Andrew Jones Auctions
Jul. 16, 2024
A Set of Twelve Hand Colored Bird Engravings by George Edwards (English, 1694-1773)
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
A Set of Twelve Hand Colored Bird Engravings by George Edwards (English, 1694-1773) from A Natural History of Uncommon Birds. 9 3/4 x 8 inches (sight). This lot is located in Chicago. Property from the Charlecote Antique Store, Kansas City, Missouri NOTE: Charlecote Antiques was an anchor of Kansas City’s historic Crestwood neighborhood across four decades. The shop represented a multi-generational passion for scholarship and collecting with an emphasis on British Furniture and Decorative Arts. Opened in 1980 by Kaye Francis Miller, Charlecote built a reputation for sourcing fine 18th century furniture directly from England with a keen eye on craftsmanship and form. Todd Miller soon followed his mother into the business and further developed Charlecote into a world-class retailer. Todd loved taking trips to Europe to find beautiful and unique items to bring back to the shop. He became a staple of the art fair circuit around the nation and endeared himself to both customers and fellow dealers with his knowledge and willingness to teach others.
Freeman’s | Hindman
Jul. 10, 2024
EDWARDS, George (1694-1773). A Natural History of Uncommon Birds and of som
Est: £7,000 - £10,000
EDWARDS, George (1694-1773). A Natural History of Uncommon Birds and of some other Rare and Undescribed....
Christie's
Jul. 09, 2024
George Edwards, FRS, British 1694-1773- The Greenland Buck; hand-colou
Est: £200 - £300
George Edwards, FRS, British 1694-1773- The Greenland Buck; hand-coloured etching, signed 'G. Edwards' (within the plate, lower centre) and titled 'The Greenland Buck' (within the plate, lower right), 18.4 x 23.3 cm. Provenance: Private Collection, UK. Note: Edwards was a prominent naturalist in the 18th century, and has been described as the 'father of British ornithology', with his publications including 'A Natural History of Uncommon Birds' and 'Gleanings of Natural History', and it is from the latter that the present illustration originates. Edwards' writings were in turn referenced by Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778) in his updated 'Systema Naturae' in 1758.
Roseberys
Jul. 01, 2024
ORNITHOLOGY 18TH C BIRD PRINTS GEORGE EDWARDS.
Est: $600 - $800
Group of 17 original 18th C. hand colored bird prints. Removed from various works by George Edwards, (1694-1773), each approx: 11.25” x 9” including margins.
William Smith Auctions
Jun. 25, 2024
GEORGE EDWARDS Strasfort, Essex (In (1694) / Plaistow (1773) "Birds"
Est: €270 - €360
Pair of etchings As drawn, engraved and colored from life by Edwards, for his work: "A Natural History of Uncommon Birds, 1743-1760" * "The little Black and Orange-colour'd Indian Hawk". Small black and orange hawk, trained to hunt. Bengal, northeastern India. * "The Touraco". The Turaco, arboreal bird, endemic to sub-Saharan Africa. Measurements: Footprint: 23, 4 x 18.7 cm each
Ansorena
Jun. 25, 2024
GEORGE EDWARDS Strasfort, Essex (In (1694) / Plaistow (1773) "Birds"
Est: €270 - €360
Pair of etchings Drew, engraved and colored from life Edwards, for his work: "A Natural History of Uncommon Birds, 1743-1760" * The Painted Pheasant from China. Chinese Pheasant. Inscrip. “G. Edwards 1745” * The Lesser Ibis and the Animal Plant, or Polype “1760” West Indies. Measurements: Footprint: 23.4 x 18.7 cm.
Ansorena
Jun. 25, 2024
GEORGE EDWARDS Strasfort, Essex (In (1694) / Plaistow (1773) "Birds"
Est: €270 - €360
Pair of etchings Drew, engraved and colored from life Edwards, for his work: "A Natural History of Uncommon Birds, 1743-1760" * The Lesser Tringa and the Pine Creeper, Pennsylvania. 1757. Plate inscription. * The Lesser Mock-Bird. Caribbean plate inscription: G Edwards;
Ansorena
Jun. 23, 2024
Set of Twelve Hand-Colored Engravings, George Edwards, Circa 1740
Est: $2,500 - $3,500
A Set of Twelve Hand-Colored Engravings of Parrots from A Natural History of Uncommon Birds by George Edwards (English, 1694-1773) Circa 1740. Each in simulated modern decalcomania frames. Dimensions: Each frame is 17" x 14". Provenance: Property from the Collection of Ana Maria Lenfest, Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania.
Locati LLC
Mar. 27, 2024
George Edwards (1694-1773)
Est: $800 - $1,200
[BIRD STUDIES] Six hand-colored etchings, from A Natural History of Uncommon Birds and of Some Other Rare and Undescribed Animals, London, 1743-64, framed. Plates 9 1/4 x 7 1/2 inches; 235 x 191 mm. Frames 21 1/8 x 18 1/8 inches; 537 x 460 mm.
DOYLE Auctioneers & Appraisers
Mar. 22, 2024
George Edwards 1694-1773 Ornitological Studies | Georg Edwards 1694-1773 Ornitologische Studien
Est: €600 - €900
The greatest Swift, engraving hand colored, dimensions: 39 x 30.5 cm | Stich handkoloriert, Apodidae, Maße: 39 x 30,5 cm
Amadeus Auction
Mar. 22, 2024
George Edwards 1694-1773 Ornitological Studies | Georg Edwards 1694-1773 Ornitologische Studien
Est: €600 - €900
The black falcon, engraving hand colored, dimensions: 39 x 30.5 cm | Stich handkoloriert, Schwarzer Falke, Maße: 39 x 30,5cm
Amadeus Auction
Mar. 22, 2024
George Edwards 1694-1773 Ornitological Studies | Georg Edwards 1694-1773 Ornitologische Studien
Est: €600 - €900
The coot Tringa 1741, engraving hand colored , dimensions: 39 x 30.5 cm | Stich handkoloriert, Blässhuhn Tringa 1741, Maße: 39 x 30,5 cm
Amadeus Auction
Mar. 06, 2024
George Edwards (1694-1773): A Natural History of Uncommon Birds: Eight Plates
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
Eight engravings with hand-coloring on laid paper. All 11 x 8 1/4 in. (sight), 16 1/2 x 13 3/4 in. (frame).
STAIR
Feb. 13, 2024
George Edwards (1694-1773), 2 Engravings of Birds
Est: $150 - $250
Description: George Edwards (British, 1694-1773), Two Handcolored Engravings of Birds, #260 and #270, one signed and dated 1752 in plate, also inscribed 'Small birds drawn from the living birds of their natural size, the property of Mrs. Clayton of Flower Surry', number 270, matted and framed. The other signed and dated 1755 in the plate and inscribed 'Small birds from Surinam published according to act of Parliament January 1st, 1755, Geo. Edwards Delin et Sculpt.', number 260, sight size 9 3/4 in. x 7 3/4 in.. Frame size: 18 3/4 in. x 16 7/8 in. Measurements: Height: by sight of largest 10 in. x Width: 8 in. Condition: Good condition, not viewed out of frames. Notice to bidders: The absence of a condition report does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections, or the conditions of aging. PHOTOS MAY ALSO ACT AS A CONDITION REPORT. Please review all photos closely prior to bidding. Complete condition reports are available by request, no later than 24 hours prior to the live auction. All lots are offered and sold 'AS IS’, and Everard Auctions will not provide refunds based on condition. Timepiece movements, lighting and electrics have not been tested, and art has not been examined out of the frame unless otherwise stated. We do not guarantee the condition of frames. By placing a bid, either in person, by phone, absentee or via the Internet, you signify that you agree to be bound by the conditions of sale. Everard Auctions does not provide any shipping or packing services. We recommend that all potential buyers obtain pack/ship estimates prior to bidding. Please contact us for a list of recommended shippers.
Everard Auctions and Appraisals
Jan. 21, 2024
(2) George Edwards (1694-1773) British, Lithos
Est: $300 - $600
(2) George Edwards (1694-1773) British, Lithographs. Signed in lower left. Titled "The Garrulous Roller" "The Bengal Oriole". "The Garrulous Roller" has published date along bottom. Sculpt name in lower right corner. Mostly teal bird with some red, blue, and black feathers. Standing on a branch. "The Bengal Oriole" has published date under title. Sculpt name in lower right corner. Black and yellow bird standing on small branch. As Is: Some spots throughout. Overall Size: 12 3/8 x 9 5/8 in. Sight Size: 7 7/8 x 5 1/8 in. George Edwards (1694 - 1773) was active/lived in United Kingdom. George Edwards is known for Ornithology painting, prints, illustrations. #5500
Sarasota Estate Auction
Jan. 20, 2024
George Edwards Two Copper Plate Bird Engravings
Est: $40 - $15,000
George Edwards (British, 1694-1773), Two Copper Plate Bird Engravings, From Hudsons Bay and The Fourth Brasilian Water-Ren. Framed, measure 12.75 inches H x 9.75 inches W.
Kavanagh Auctions
Jan. 11, 2024
Antique Naturalist Bird Print by George Edwards (1694-1773)
Est: $150 - $300
An antique color print by British naturalist George Edwards (1694-1773), titled at the bottom "The Lark from Pennsylvania, and the brown butter fly from China, both of their natural size." Also plate numbered #297. From "A Natural History of Birds", 1743 - 1764. Piece measures 12" x 15 1/8", 6 3/4" x 8 3/4" *note - some wear
Embassy Auctions International
Dec. 13, 2023
EDWARDS, George (1694-1773) A Natural History of Uncommon Birds and of som
Est: £20,000 - £30,000
EDWARDS, George (1694-1773) A Natural History of Uncommon Birds and of some other Rare and Undescribed...
Christie's
Nov. 21, 2023
George Edwards (1694-1773)
Est: $700 - $1,000
[BIRD STUDIES] Seven hand-colored etchings, from A Natural History of Uncommon Birds and of Some Other Rare and Undescribed Animals, London, 1743-64, framed. Plates 9 1/4 x 7 1/2 inches; 235 x 191 mm. Frames 19 3/4 x 17 3/4 inches; 502 x 451 mm.
DOYLE Auctioneers & Appraisers
Jun. 13, 2023
Lot of Two George Edwards Bird Prints
Est: $100 - $200
George Edwards (British, 1694-1773), two 18th century hand-colored engravings, 1) two linnet birds and a yellow-bellied creeper, 9" x 6 3/4" sight size, 18" x 14 1/2" framed; and 2) a gold-crowned wren and a ruby-crowned wren, 9" x 6 3/4" sight size, 17 1/4" x 14 3/4" framed.
Old Kinderhook Auction Company
Jun. 09, 2023
George Edwards (En 1694-1773) Two handcolored bird engravings
Est: $150 - $250
George Edwards (English 1694-1773) Two hand colored bird engravings - Pompadour and Purple Breasted Blue-manakin, each 12 x 10" as framed.
Merrill's Auctioneers & Appraisers
May. 12, 2023
A HAND COLORED ORNITHOLOGY WATERCOLOR ENGRAVING BY GEORGE EDWARDS
Est: -
Water Bird (crane) page 133 A Natural History of Uncommon Birds hand colored engraving on paper (watercolor) signed George Edwards (British, 1694-1773) dated 1749 10.25 x 8 inches (plate) 10.75 x 8.5 inches (paper) unframed Overall good condition. Foxing and perimeter paper wear.
Lewis & Grant Auctions
May. 12, 2023
3 SELIGMANN EDITION ORNITHOLOGY COLORED ENGRAVINGS BY GEORGE EDWARDS (BRITISH, 1694-1773)
Est: -
Tab XIV, LXV, XXII colored engravings on watermarked paper George Edwards (British, 1694-1773) Johan Seligmann (1720-1762) 10.5 x 7.75 inches (plate) 16 x 10 inches (paper) unframed Overall good condition. Perimeter paper wear. Very minor staining with age to paper.
Lewis & Grant Auctions
May. 12, 2023
3 SELIGMANN EDITION ORNITHOLOGY COLORED ENGRAVINGS BY GEORGE EDWARDS (BRITISH, 1694-1773)
Est: -
Tab LXXIII, XXXII, LXV colored engravings on watermarked paper George Edwards (British, 1694-1773) Johan Seligmann (1720-1762) 10.5 x 7.75 inches (plate) 16 x 10 inches (paper) unframed Overall good condition. Perimeter paper wear. LXXIII with paper loss in lower right corner and staining within the plate. Very minor staining with age to paper.
Lewis & Grant Auctions
May. 12, 2023
HAND COLORED ENGRAVING OF FISH BY GEORGE EDWARDS
Est: -
A. Pisciculus Cornutus B. Procellus hand colored engraving George Edwards (1694-1773) 9.25 x 7.5 inches (plate) 11.25 x 9 inches (paper) unframed
Lewis & Grant Auctions
May. 12, 2023
A GROUP OF 12 MARINE COLORED ENGRAVINGS BY GEORGE EDWARDS (BRITISH, 1694-1773)
Est: -
Marine and Natural History colored copper engravings on paper Geo. Edwards 1758 9.25 x 7.5 inches (plate) 11.5 x 9 inches (paper) unframed Overall good condition. Minor stains throughout.
Lewis & Grant Auctions
May. 12, 2023
A GROUP OF 7 HAND COLORED ENGRAVINGS BY GEORGE EDWARDS (BRITISH, 1694-1773)
Est: -
Plate numbers 220, 283, 284, 285, 286, 288, 289 hand colored copper engravings on paper George Edwards (1694-1773) 9.5 x 7.25 inches (plate) 11.25 x 9 inches (paper) unframed Overall good condition.
Lewis & Grant Auctions
Apr. 19, 2023
George Edwards (1694-1773): Ornithology: Fourteen Plates
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
Fourteen engravings with hand-coloring on laid paper, c. 1750. All 9 1/2 x 7 1/2 in. (plate), 16 1/2 x 14 1/2 in. (frame). The Collection of Susie Hilfiger at Denbigh Farm
STAIR
Apr. 19, 2023
GEORGE EDWARDS (BRITISH, 1694-1773) ORNITHOLOGICAL PRINTS, LOT OF FOUR
Est: $100 - $200
GEORGE EDWARDS (BRITISH, 1694-1773) ORNITHOLOGICAL PRINTS, LOT OF FOUR, hand-colored engraving on paper, comprising "Anfer, Canadenfis, alis, cceruleis", "21", "The Pompadour", and "The Purple Crested Blue-manakin". Housed under glass in modern frames. Fourth quarter 19th century. 18" x 16" OA.
Jeffrey S. Evans & Associates
Apr. 19, 2023
GEORGE EDWARDS (BRITISH, 1694-1773) ORNITHOLOGICAL PRINTS, LOT OF FIVE
Est: $200 - $300
GEORGE EDWARDS (BRITISH, 1694-1773) ORNITHOLOGICAL PRINTS, LOT OF FIVE, hand-colored engravings on paper, comprising "Small Kingfisher", "Summer Redbird", "Tab LXIV", "Tab LXI", and "Tab LXII". Housed under glass in modern frames. Fourth quarter 18th/early 19th century. One 16" x 14 1/2".
Jeffrey S. Evans & Associates
Mar. 28, 2023
GEORGE EDWARDS Strasfort, Essex (In (1694) / Plaistow (1773) "Birds"
Est: €375 - €500
Pair of etchings As drawn, engraved and colored from life by Edwards, for his work: "A Natural History of Uncommon Birds, 1743-1760" * "The little Black and Orange-colour'd Indian Hawk". Small black and orange-coloured hawk, trained for hunting. Bengal, northeast India. * "The Touraco". The Turaco, a tree-dwelling bird, endemic to sub-Saharan Africa. Measurements: Footprint: 23, 4 x 18.7 cm each
Ansorena
Mar. 28, 2023
GEORGE EDWARDS Strasfort, Essex (In (1694) / Plaistow (1773) "Birds"
Est: €375 - €500
Pair of etchings As drawn, engraved and colored from life by Edwards, for his work: "A Natural History of Uncommon Birds, 1743-1760" * The Painted Pheasant from China. Chinese pheasant. Inscription "G. Edwards 1745" * The Lesser Ibis and the Animal Plant, or Polype "1760" West Indies. Ibis and Polypo Measurements: Footprint: 23.4 x 18.7 cm
Ansorena
Mar. 28, 2023
GEORGE EDWARDS Strasfort, Essex (In (1694) / Plaistow (1773) "Birds"
Est: €375 - €500
Pair of etchings As drawn, engraved and colored from life by Edwards, for his work: "A Natural History of Uncommon Birds, 1743-1760" * The Spotted Indian Woodpecker, Bengal. Indian Spotted Woodpecker, 1750. * The Golden Bird of Paradise. East Indies. Golden Bird of Paradise. Measurements: Footprint: 23.4 x 18.7 cm
Ansorena
Mar. 28, 2023
GEORGE EDWARDS Strasfort, Essex (In (1694) / Plaistow (1773) "Birds"
Est: €375 - €500
Pair of etchings As drawn, engraved and colored by Edwards from life, for his work: "A Natural History of Uncommon Birds, 1743-1760" * The Lesser Tringa and the Pine Creeper, Pennsylvania. 1757. Plate inscription. * The Lesser Mock-Bird. Mockingbird. Caribbean. Plate inscription: G Edwards; 1745. Measurements: Imprint of plates: 23.4 x 18.7 cm
Ansorena
Mar. 16, 2023
A Set of Twelve Hand-Colored Engravings of Parrots from A Natural History of Uncommon Birds by George Edwards (English, 1694-1773)
Est: $6,000 - $8,000
A Set of Twelve Hand-Colored Engravings of Parrots from A Natural History of Uncommon Birds by George Edwards (English, 1694-1773) Circa 1740 in simulated decalcomania frames. Plate: 9 1/4 x 7 1/2 inches; frame: 16 1/2 x 13 3/4 inches. Provenance: Graham and Oxley, London, 7 January 1994 (with copy of invoice)
Hindman
Mar. 09, 2023
George Edwards (1694-1773): Pigeon
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
Watercolor on paper, unsigned, variously inscribed at right, with label from The Art Museum, Princeton University. 17 x 22 1/2 in. (sheet), 26 1/2 x 32 in. (frame).
STAIR
Mar. 09, 2023
George Edwards (1694-1773): Natural History of Birds: Twelve Plates
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
Twelve engravings with hand-coloring on laid paper, c. 1743-1755. All approximately 11 x 8 1/4 in. (sheet), 17 x 14 1/4 in. (frame). Property from the Estate of Hilary Paley Califano, Westport, CT
STAIR
Feb. 23, 2023
After George Edwards (British, 1694-1773)
Est: £60 - £80
After George Edwards (British, 1694-1773) six ornithological engravings with hand colouring from a 'Natural History Uncommon Birds, c.1743, including the Red Backed Shrike, 'The Creeper from the East Indies', 'The Red Throated Huming Bird', 'The Red Bird from Surinam', 'The Cold Finch Cock and Hen' and one other, 9¾ x 7¾in. (24.75 x 19.7cm.), gilt framed. (6)
Martel Maides