Hand-colored engraving with etching and aquatint, Plate CXCIII from Birds of America, engraved, printed, and colored by R. Havell, London, 1827-38, first edition, sheet bears J Whatman watermark, matted and framed.

Platemark 19 1/2 x 12 1/2 in.; Sheet Size 37 5/8 x 25 1/8 in.; DOA 43 1/2 x 32 in.

From the Estate of Caroline F. Luckett, Raleigh, North Carolina

A nice impression with strong hand coloring.

Good overall condition. Some toning and few foxing marks; flattened crease lower right corner; 1/2 inch repaired tear lower margin edge.

$500 - 1,000