{"product_id":"ancienne-gravure-xixe-oiseau-animalier-planche-illustree-oiseaux-marins-deco","title":"19th-century antique engraving of a bird, wildlife plate illustrated with seabirds, decorative","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOld 19th-century engraved plate depicting several species of seabirds. This animal illustration features four different birds, identified in the caption: the Storm Petrel, the Great Black-backed Gull, the Lesser Black-backed Gull, and the Black-headed Gull. The engraving is in black and white on old paper, with fine details and a vertical composition typical of naturalistic plates from this period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe item shows signs of use: foxing marks, signs of age, slightly worn edges. Some visible stains, without affecting the legibility of the illustrations or captions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e 19th-century animal plates were used to illustrate natural science books and were made with great precision for species identification. Today, they are sought after for their decorative and educational value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for collectors of old engravings, ornithology enthusiasts, or lovers of vintage decor. Perfect for completing a collection or offering an original gift to a natural history enthusiast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareful packaging and fast shipping guaranteed by a professional seller accustomed to fragile and antique items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: antique engraving, bird print, 19th-century illustration, ornithology, vintage decor, naturalist, animal print, bird collection\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54488558043463,"sku":null,"price":2.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/s-l1600_4245a277-d6c8-4e5e-bc49-cb6fc290e91d.jpg?v=1785610460","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/ancienne-gravure-xixe-oiseau-animalier-planche-illustree-oiseaux-marins-deco","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}