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This is a stone lithograph, plate # 29, Rocky Mountain , from Volume I of The Quadrupeds of North America, by John James Audubon and The Rev. John Bachman. Drawn on stone by R. Trembly, this octovo volume was published New York, 1851 but the texts and plates are from the 1849 edition. Although many of the quadrupeds were lithographed by J.T. Bowen, the lithographers for this one which is considered a first edition, are Nagel and Weingaertner. They were hired first and later replaced by J.T. Bowen. The background was printed in color while the animal, the landscape, etc. was finished by watercolor paints applied by hand.
Upon completion of his great work The Birds of America, Audubon embarked on a western journey in an attempt to render all the four legged creatures of North America.
He traveled west through much uncharted territory, chased herds of buffalo, traded with Indians for furs and skins and finally, with the assistance of his long time friend, Reverend John Bachman in writing the text, produced The Quadrupeds of North America. The animals were set in natural surroundings and the landscapes were often the first view of America west of the Mississippi. The result was 155 animals from the common American mouse to the American buffalo.
The large, Imperial Folio Edition was published 1845-1848 and was originally sold by subscription. The octavo, or smaller edition, was the creation of Audubon’s sons, Victor
Gifford Audubon and John Woodhouse Audubon and was more affordable for the general public Audubon’s two sons accompanied him on his western journey and they painted animals and landscapes. Published in three volumes, production of the smaller lithographs began in 1849-1856. A fourth edition, known as the Lockwood edition was published 1870-71.
SIZE AND CONDITION
Overall, this lithograph, Rocky Mountain Neotoma, is in good condition with normal paper age toning and light soiling in the margin areas. There is a small foxing spot on the upper margin area which will not show when this lithograph is matted and framed. Evidence of the original bookbinding is at the top edge and there is some browning at the paper edges. The hand coloring is still vivid and beautiful Overall size is approximately 6 ¾” x 10 ½”and a copy of the title page is included.
ABOUT THE DEALER
This item is from the inventory of a second generation antique print dealer who literally grew up in the business. The parents of this dealer bought and sold rare prints, manuscripts and antique books for over 50 years. This highly knowledgeable dealer has continued the family tradition by buying and selling fine quality prints, maps and books and now for the first time is offering items from an extensive inventory. All items offered for sale are original!
#2373
AM - Prints - Audubon
WE SHIP EVERYWHERE. If you don't see your shipping location mentioned, please send us a message and we will send you the appropriate fees.
Upon completion of his great work The Birds of America, Audubon embarked on a western journey in an attempt to render all the four legged creatures of North America.
He traveled west through much uncharted territory, chased herds of buffalo, traded with Indians for furs and skins and finally, with the assistance of his long time friend, Reverend John Bachman in writing the text, produced The Quadrupeds of North America. The animals were set in natural surroundings and the landscapes were often the first view of America west of the Mississippi. The result was 155 animals from the common American mouse to the American buffalo.
The large, Imperial Folio Edition was published 1845-1848 and was originally sold by subscription. The octavo, or smaller edition, was the creation of Audubon’s sons, Victor
Gifford Audubon and John Woodhouse Audubon and was more affordable for the general public Audubon’s two sons accompanied him on his western journey and they painted animals and landscapes. Published in three volumes, production of the smaller lithographs began in 1849-1856. A fourth edition, known as the Lockwood edition was published 1870-71.
SIZE AND CONDITION
Overall, this lithograph, Rocky Mountain Neotoma, is in good condition with normal paper age toning and light soiling in the margin areas. There is a small foxing spot on the upper margin area which will not show when this lithograph is matted and framed. Evidence of the original bookbinding is at the top edge and there is some browning at the paper edges. The hand coloring is still vivid and beautiful Overall size is approximately 6 ¾” x 10 ½”and a copy of the title page is included.
ABOUT THE DEALER
This item is from the inventory of a second generation antique print dealer who literally grew up in the business. The parents of this dealer bought and sold rare prints, manuscripts and antique books for over 50 years. This highly knowledgeable dealer has continued the family tradition by buying and selling fine quality prints, maps and books and now for the first time is offering items from an extensive inventory. All items offered for sale are original!
#2373
AM - Prints - Audubon
WE SHIP EVERYWHERE. If you don't see your shipping location mentioned, please send us a message and we will send you the appropriate fees.
Antique 1851 Audubon Print Quad Rocky Mountain Neotoma Lithograph No 6 Pl XXIX
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- Vintage item from 1900 - 1909
- Materials: print, ink, paper
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- Only ships to United States from Dallas, Texas.
- Listed on May 1, 2014
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