Audubon - Rough-legged Buzzard, Plate 11

Title:   Pigeon Falcon or Pigeon Hawk (male), Plate 11

Artist: John J. Audubon

Publication: Birds of America

Date:  Philadelphia: John T. Bowen, 1839-44. First Edition Royal Octavo

Print Type: Hand Colored Stone Lithograph

Condition: VG

Size:  6.75” x 10.75”

Code: a1510
Description: This antique print  of the Rough-legged Buzzaard is a first edition royal octavo taken directly from installment or Fascicle #3 with original unbound edge.  The antique plate is in good condition with age toning to  the paper, which is normal for the age of the print.   There is a small discoloration just above the plate number not affecting the print.  Beautiful hand colored stone lithograph with bright true coloring, guaranteed original.

Of the Rough-legged Buzzard Audubon writes, "The species is more nocturnal in its habits than any other Hawk found in the United States."

Print is sold matted with antique colored archival matting and backing.  Included with the antique print is the original text as available, a copy of Audubon's Preface and the Subscribers list from the related installment.

RedHouseCollection watermark is on the digital image only, not on the actual antique print.

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