Item #373385 The dedication plate to Historiae Naturalis de Avibus, from Joannes Jonstonus’ monumental zoological encyclopedia; a 1657 engraved original print (plate only). 1657 DEDICATION PLATE TO JONSTONUS’ AVIAN VOLUME.

The dedication plate to Historiae Naturalis de Avibus, from Joannes Jonstonus’ monumental zoological encyclopedia; a 1657 engraved original print (plate only).

Amsterdam: Johannes Jacobi Schipper, 1657. Unframed Print. Very Good Condition. Item #373385

Ornate engraved dedication page from Historiae Naturalis de Avibus (1657), featuring a Latin tribute to George Nassau Clavering, Earl Cowper. Rich with heraldic imagery of unicorn supporters, crown, and arms, it frames a putto inscribing a globe, symbolising knowledge. A striking fusion of baroque artistry and Enlightenment intellectual aspiration. Engraving 25 x 33 cms, sheet 35 x 46 cms. Text is in Latin. Category: PRINTS : Antiquarian Interest; Antiquarian & Rare; PRINTS : Historic Interest; Printed before 1700; Latin Language; Special Interest. This item may require more postage than the rates shown for delivery outside the UK. If extra postage is required we will contact you before processing your order and you will be given the details and option to decline the extra cost.

Keywords: BZDB395 PRINTS : Antiquarian Interest; Antiquarian & Rare; PRINTS : Historic Interest; Printed before 1700; Latin Language; Special Interest. DEDICATION PLATE TO JONSTONUS’ AVIAN VOLUME, 1657 The dedication plate to Historiae Naturalis de A

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