Birds & Zoology – Antique Prints from the Natural World
The Birds & Zoology collection celebrates the beauty, diversity and elegance of the animal world as seen through the eyes of naturalists, explorers and scientific illustrators of the past.
From the soaring precision of 19th-century bird illustrations to rare portrayals of mammals in early zoological studies, each print offers a window into how knowledge was recorded and shared – with grace and accuracy.
This category includes original hand-colored engravings and lithographs drawn from major ornithological and zoological works folios of the Enlightenment.
Ideal for collectors, natural history lovers, or those seeking distinguished pieces of interior decor rooted in scientific legacy.
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Mathews Australia
Original Prints from The Birds of Australia by Gregory M. Mathews
Discover the majestic beauty of Australia’s native birds through original prints from The Birds of Australia by Gregory M. Mathews (1910–1927). This monumental ornithological work features exquisite illustrations by artists such as J.G. Keulemans and Henrik Grönvold, celebrated for their refined bird artistry.
Each print combines scientific precision with timeless decorative charm, making them ideal pieces for enhancing home interiors, creative studios, or refined office spaces. Whether you're a collector or someone with an eye for natural elegance, this collection brings life and vibrancy to your walls.
Learn more about the artistic and historical value of this collection in our dedicated article.
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Prêtre Birds
Discover our selection of original hand-colored engravings of birds, illustrated by Pierre Antoine Prêtre for the Dizionario di Scienze Naturali published in Florence in the 19th century.
Each print is a fine example of natural history illustration, combining artistic elegance with scientific precision. These rare artworks feature exotic and European birds captured with exquisite detail and vivid colors.
Ideal for collectors, decorators, and bird enthusiasts seeking timeless beauty inspired by nature.
Sulphur-crested...
Antique lithograph of the Sulphur-crested Cockatoo by Roland Green, hand-colored.
Red-collared Lorikeet...
Colorful print of the Red-collared Lorikeet by Roland Green, original hand-color.
Gold-breasted Lorikeet...
Gold-breasted Lorikeet lithograph by Henrik Grønvold, dynamic dual composition.
Glossy Cockatoo...
Glossy Cockatoo print by H. Goodchild, dark tones and rare presence on the plate
