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            • George Edwards (English, 1694-1773)
              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
            • George (1694) Edwards, British 1694-1773, Two Parrot Studies, Hand-Colored Engravings
              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
            • 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.)
              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
            • A Set of Twelve Hand Colored Bird Engravings by George Edwards (English, 1694-1773)
              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
            • EDWARDS, George (1694-1773). A Natural History of Uncommon Birds and of som
              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
            • George Edwards, FRS,  British 1694-1773-  The Greenland Buck;  hand-colou
              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
            • ORNITHOLOGY 18TH C BIRD PRINTS GEORGE EDWARDS.
              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
            • GEORGE EDWARDS Strasfort, Essex (In (1694) / Plaistow (1773) "Birds"
              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
            • GEORGE EDWARDS Strasfort, Essex (In (1694) / Plaistow (1773) "Birds"
              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
            • GEORGE EDWARDS Strasfort, Essex (In (1694) / Plaistow (1773) "Birds"
              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
            • Set of Twelve Hand-Colored Engravings, George Edwards, Circa 1740
              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
            • George Edwards (1694-1773)
              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
            • George Edwards 1694-1773 Ornitological Studies | Georg Edwards 1694-1773 Ornitologische Studien
              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
            • George Edwards 1694-1773 Ornitological Studies | Georg Edwards 1694-1773 Ornitologische Studien
              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
            • George Edwards 1694-1773 Ornitological Studies | Georg Edwards 1694-1773 Ornitologische Studien
              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
            • George Edwards (1694-1773): A Natural History of Uncommon Birds: Eight Plates
              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
            • George Edwards (1694-1773), 2 Engravings of Birds
              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
            • (2) George Edwards (1694-1773) British, Lithos
              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
            • George Edwards Two Copper Plate Bird Engravings
              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
            • Antique Naturalist Bird Print by George Edwards (1694-1773)
              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
            • EDWARDS, George (1694-1773) A Natural History of Uncommon Birds and of som
              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
            • George Edwards (1694-1773)
              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
            • Lot of Two George Edwards Bird Prints
              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
            • George Edwards (En 1694-1773) Two handcolored bird engravings
              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
            • A HAND COLORED ORNITHOLOGY WATERCOLOR ENGRAVING BY GEORGE EDWARDS
              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
            • 3 SELIGMANN EDITION ORNITHOLOGY COLORED ENGRAVINGS BY GEORGE EDWARDS (BRITISH, 1694-1773)
              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
            • 3 SELIGMANN EDITION ORNITHOLOGY COLORED ENGRAVINGS BY GEORGE EDWARDS (BRITISH, 1694-1773)
              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
            • HAND COLORED ENGRAVING OF FISH BY GEORGE EDWARDS
              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
            • A GROUP OF 12 MARINE COLORED ENGRAVINGS BY GEORGE EDWARDS (BRITISH, 1694-1773)
              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
            • A GROUP OF 7 HAND COLORED ENGRAVINGS BY GEORGE EDWARDS (BRITISH, 1694-1773)
              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
            • George Edwards (1694-1773): Ornithology: Fourteen Plates
              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
            • GEORGE EDWARDS (BRITISH, 1694-1773) ORNITHOLOGICAL PRINTS, LOT OF FOUR
              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
            • GEORGE EDWARDS (BRITISH, 1694-1773) ORNITHOLOGICAL PRINTS, LOT OF FIVE
              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
            • GEORGE EDWARDS Strasfort, Essex (In (1694) / Plaistow (1773) "Birds"
              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
            • GEORGE EDWARDS Strasfort, Essex (In (1694) / Plaistow (1773) "Birds"
              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
            • GEORGE EDWARDS Strasfort, Essex (In (1694) / Plaistow (1773) "Birds"
              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
            • GEORGE EDWARDS Strasfort, Essex (In (1694) / Plaistow (1773) "Birds"
              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
            • A Set of Twelve Hand-Colored Engravings of Parrots from A Natural History of Uncommon Birds  by George Edwards (English, 1694-1773)
              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
            • George Edwards (1694-1773): Pigeon
              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
            • George Edwards (1694-1773): Natural History of Birds: Twelve Plates
              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
            • After George Edwards (British, 1694-1773)
              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
            • ENGLISH HAND COLORED ETCHINGS BY GEORGE EDWARDS
              Dec. 24, 2022

              ENGLISH HAND COLORED ETCHINGS BY GEORGE EDWARDS

              Est: $100 - $150

              George Edwards, English, 1694 to 1773, two folio hand colored copper plate etchings, Manakin, Small Birds, and Humming Birds from Surinam from A Natural History of Uncommon Birds. Each etching is inscribed, numbered 32 and 260, in the plate lower to the center. Framed. George Edwards FRS was an English naturalist and ornithologist, known as the father of British ornithology. Over a period of 21 years, Edwards published seven volumes containing descriptions and hand coloured etchings of birds. In a few cases, he depicted other animals. None of the species were native to the British Isles. The first four volumes were published between 1743 and 1751 with the title A Natural History of Uncommon Birds. The three subsequent volumes were published between 1758 and 1764 with the title Gleanings Of Natural History. The volumes contain a total of 362 hand coloured etchings of which 317 depict birds. The etchings were all drawn by Edwards. He numbered the plates consecutively through the seven volumes. Antique English British Graphic Art Prints and Collectibles.

              Antique Arena Inc
            • GEORGE EDWARDS HC ENGRAVING HAWFINCH 18TH C
              Dec. 11, 2022

              GEORGE EDWARDS HC ENGRAVING HAWFINCH 18TH C

              Est: $80 - $120

              Framed 18th century print After George Edwards (1694-1773) Handcolored C 18th C Copper Engraving Pl 188. The Grosbeak or Haw-finch: A Natural History of Uncommon Birds, and of Some Other Rare and Undescribed 5" Animals, Quadrupeds, Fishes, Reptiles, Insects, etc.London:: The College of Physicians,, 1743-51, Gallery framed. Print is lightly toned . frame 15.25" X 13 print showing 9.5" X 7.73

              District Auction
            • George Edwards (1694-1773)
              Dec. 06, 2022

              George Edwards (1694-1773)

              Est: £300 - £500

              George Edwards (1694-1773) George Edwards (1694-1773) A set of twelve ornithological prints engravings with hand colouring laid on paper plate 23.5 x 18.7cm (12) Condition Report: Overall: 29 x 23.5cm There are some minor handling creases, cockling to some parts and discolouration to the paper otherwise in good order. Unexamined out of frame.

              Sworders
            • EDWARDS, George (1694-1773) A NATURAL HISTORY OF UNCOMMON BIRDS, AND OF SOM
              Nov. 21, 2022

              EDWARDS, George (1694-1773) A NATURAL HISTORY OF UNCOMMON BIRDS, AND OF SOM

              Est: €10,000 - €15,000

              EDWARDS, George (1694-1773) A NATURAL HISTORY OF UNCOMMON BIRDS, AND OF SOME OTHER RARE AND UNDESCRIBED

              Christie's
            • George Edwards (1694-1773), 24 copper engravings f…
              Sep. 26, 2022

              George Edwards (1694-1773), 24 copper engravings f…

              Est: €500 - €800

              George Edwards (1694-1773), 24 copper engravings from 'Natural History of Birds', 18th century, slightly discoloured, Provenance: Gies Pluim Collection (24x)

              Venduehuis Dickhaut Maastricht
            • George Edwards, (1694-1773, British), "Humming Birds," Plate 36 from "A Natural History of Uncommon Birds" (1743-1751), Etching with ha
              Sep. 21, 2022

              George Edwards, (1694-1773, British), "Humming Birds," Plate 36 from "A Natural History of Uncommon Birds" (1743-1751), Etching with ha

              Est: $100 - $200

              George Edwards (1694-1773, British) "Humming Birds," Plate 36 from "A Natural History of Uncommon Birds" (1743-1751) Etching with hand-coloring on paper From the edition of unknown size With the artist's name as well as the title, plate number "36" and the publication date "September 1742" all printed along the lower plate edge Plate: 9.25" H x 7.625" W Provenance: The Residential Property of Thomas and Erika Girardi, Pasadena, CA Notes: In addition to executing the drawings, etching the plates and hand-coloring the plates for this series, Edwards apparently also wrote the text for the ornithological series from which this plate comes. From the upstairs landing.

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            • George Edwards (British, 1694-1773), "The Red Headed Finch from Suriname," and "The Whimbrel, Aquata Minor," 20th c., pair of colore...
              Aug. 26, 2022

              George Edwards (British, 1694-1773), "The Red Headed Finch from Suriname," and "The Whimbrel, Aquata Minor," 20th c., pair of colore...

              Est: $250 - $450

              George Edwards (British, 1694-1773), "The Red Headed Finch from Suriname," and "The Whimbrel, Aquata Minor," 20th c., pair of colored engravings after the originals published according to Act of Parliament-May 1742 and August 11, 1758, presented in wood frames, H.- 10 1/4 in., W.- 8 1/2 in., Framed- H.- 17 1/2 in., W.- 25 1/2 in. (2 Pcs.)

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