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Please review the image carefully for condition and contact us with any questions."},"directSalePrice":100,"soldPrice":160,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-16T05:51:29.765Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$500 - $1,500","details":{"en":"~ 21 1/4\" by 16 1/4\" (fold out)"},"currency":"USD","id":25698,"estimateMin":500},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25699/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25699/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2024-10-19","available":false,"description":{"en":"this extraordinary, originally hand-colored engraving is from georg braun & frans hogenberg's \n civitates orbis terrarum or \n atlas of the cities of the world . this was from a combined latin and french edition of the work and was published in augsberg in 1575. it is considered the greatest atlas of city views ever made. it included some of the earliest views available and is a crucial guide to understanding the world in the 16th century. \n \n \"the \n civitates orbis terrarum or the 'braun & hogenberg' is the most famous of the early town atlases. the civitates was, like ortelius's \n theatrum , one of the best-selling works in the last quarter of the 16th century. although it had no comparable predecessor, it immediately answered a great public demand because social, political and economic life at that time was concentrated in cities. apart from that the pictorial style of the plans and views appealed very much to the uneducated public.\" (van der krogt) \n \n this work was the most famouse of all the town-books comprising over 500 views. it featured views of the majority of the major european cities. the cities illustrated included amsterdam, barcelona, \u200b\u200bbologna, brixen, brussels, chios, danzig, hamburg, helsingborg, innsbruck, istanbul (constantinople), cologne, leiden, liege, london, luxembourg, milan, moscow, nuremberg, ostia, paris, pozzuoli, prague-eger, rome, rotterdam, seville, stockholm, tivoli, trento, utrecht, venice, weimar, wroclaw, and zurich. it also included some illustrations of places in asia, africa, and latin america including: aden, alexandria, cuzco, casablanca, jerusalem, and cairo. \n \n georg braun and frans hogenberg began the work for this atlas in 1572, intended as a companion work to abraham ortelius's \n theatrum orbis terrarum . braun was responsible for editing the work and hogenberg engraved the majority of the views. there were also many talented contributors that provided original drawings including joris hoefnagel (spanish and italian towns), jacob van deventer (netherlands), stumpf, sebastien munster (german), and heinrich von rantzau (danish). \n \n georg braun (1541-1622) was a german catholic cleric. he spent most of his life working for the church st. maria and gradus. abraham ortelius assisted braun with the editing of \n civitates orbis terrarum . \n \n frans hogenberg (1535-1590) was one of the greatest engravers of his time. he engraved the majority of the plates for \n civitates orbis terrarum as well as ortelius's \n theatrum orbis terrarum . hogenberg also made sure to detail the foregrounds of the plates including fashion of the time. \n \n \n paper size: ~ 21 1/4\" by 16 1/4\" (fold out)"},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"66809","title":{"en":"braun & hogenberg, pub. 1575 - views of netherlands: groningen, brouwershaven and gorinchem"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/trillium/source/catalog/auction/51280/lot/25699/view","tags":["usart_printsandmultiples","usart","usart_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"The work is in very good to excellent condition.  There may be a few minor imperfections or faint fox marks to be expected with age.  There may be some wear or minor imperfections near the fold in engravings from this work.  Please review the image carefully for condition and contact us with any questions."},"directSalePrice":100,"soldPrice":220,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-16T05:51:29.766Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$500 - $1,500","details":{"en":"~ 21 1/4\" by 16 1/4\" (fold out)"},"currency":"USD","id":25699,"estimateMin":500},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25700/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25700/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2024-10-19","available":false,"description":{"en":"this extraordinary, originally hand-colored engraving is from georg braun & frans hogenberg's \n civitates orbis terrarum or \n atlas of the cities of the world . this was from a combined latin and french edition of the work and was published in augsberg in 1575. it is considered the greatest atlas of city views ever made. it included some of the earliest views available and is a crucial guide to understanding the world in the 16th century. \n \n \"the \n civitates orbis terrarum or the 'braun & hogenberg' is the most famous of the early town atlases. the civitates was, like ortelius's \n theatrum , one of the best-selling works in the last quarter of the 16th century. although it had no comparable predecessor, it immediately answered a great public demand because social, political and economic life at that time was concentrated in cities. apart from that the pictorial style of the plans and views appealed very much to the uneducated public.\" (van der krogt) \n \n this work was the most famouse of all the town-books comprising over 500 views. it featured views of the majority of the major european cities. the cities illustrated included amsterdam, barcelona, \u200b\u200bbologna, brixen, brussels, chios, danzig, hamburg, helsingborg, innsbruck, istanbul (constantinople), cologne, leiden, liege, london, luxembourg, milan, moscow, nuremberg, ostia, paris, pozzuoli, prague-eger, rome, rotterdam, seville, stockholm, tivoli, trento, utrecht, venice, weimar, wroclaw, and zurich. it also included some illustrations of places in asia, africa, and latin america including: aden, alexandria, cuzco, casablanca, jerusalem, and cairo. \n \n georg braun and frans hogenberg began the work for this atlas in 1572, intended as a companion work to abraham ortelius's \n theatrum orbis terrarum . braun was responsible for editing the work and hogenberg engraved the majority of the views. there were also many talented contributors that provided original drawings including joris hoefnagel (spanish and italian towns), jacob van deventer (netherlands), stumpf, sebastien munster (german), and heinrich von rantzau (danish). \n \n georg braun (1541-1622) was a german catholic cleric. he spent most of his life working for the church st. maria and gradus. abraham ortelius assisted braun with the editing of \n civitates orbis terrarum . \n \n frans hogenberg (1535-1590) was one of the greatest engravers of his time. he engraved the majority of the plates for \n civitates orbis terrarum as well as ortelius's \n theatrum orbis terrarum . hogenberg also made sure to detail the foregrounds of the plates including fashion of the time. \n \n \n paper size: ~ 21 1/4\" by 16 1/4\" (fold out)"},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"66810","title":{"en":"braun & hogenberg, pub. 1575 - views of sibenik (dalmation town), croatia; porec, dalmatia; & methoni, morea"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/trillium/source/catalog/auction/51280/lot/25700/view","tags":["usart_printsandmultiples","usart","usart_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"The work is in very good to excellent condition.  There may be a few minor imperfections or faint fox marks to be expected with age.  There may be some wear or minor imperfections near the fold in engravings from this work.  Please review the image carefully for condition and contact us with any questions."},"directSalePrice":100,"soldPrice":190,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-16T05:51:29.767Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$500 - $1,500","details":{"en":"~ 21 1/4\" by 16 1/4\" (fold out)"},"currency":"USD","id":25700,"estimateMin":500},{"startPrice":75,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25701/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25701/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25701/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2024-10-19","available":false,"description":{"en":"included in this lot: \n \n a dance in otaheitte. 28 \n a human sacrifice, in a morai, in otaheite. 25 \n \n \n description of the work: \n \n this fascinating folio engraving is from captain james cook & james king's \n a voyage to the pacific ocean, for making discoveries in the northern hemisphere. to determine the position and extent of the west side of north america; its distance from asia; and the practicality of a northern passage to europe. performed under the direction of captains cook, clerke, and gore, in his majesty's ships the resolution and discovery; in the years 1776, 1777, 1778, 1779, and 1780 . the work was published in london by h. hughs for g. nicol and t. cadell in 1785. it is the official account of cook's 3rd and last voyage, during which he explored hawaii and the west coast of america, canada, and alaska. \n \n james cook was already a celebrated captain by 1776, having completed two scientific expeditions for the admirality and royal society. he embarked on this third voyage on the hms resolution and hms discovery in hopes to find the northwest passage. the passage was blocked by ice, but it resulted in cook's discovery of the hawaiian islands, the charting of alaska's coastling, and the exploration of the north specific up to 70° n. the expedition returned south to hawaii where captain cook met his untimely demise over a fight over the theft of a cutter in kealakekua bay. his second lietenant, james king, made a second attempt at the northwest passage before returning to england via china and the thames. king completed the third volume from which these engravings are offered. \n \n \"the famous accounts of captain cook's three voyages form the basis for any collection of pacific books. in three great voyages cook did more to clarify the geographical knowledge of the southern hemisphere than all his predecessors had done together. he was really the first scientific navigator and his voyages made great contributions to many fields of knowledge\" (hill). \n \n \"cook's third voyage was organized to seek the northwest passage and to return [the islander] omai to tahiti. officers of the crew included william bligh, james burney, james colnett, and george vancouver. john webber was appointed artist to the expedition. after calling at kerguelen island, tasmania, new zealand, and the cook, tonga, and society islands, the expedition sailed north and discovered christmas island and the hawaiian islands, which cook named the sandwich islands. cook charted the american west coast from northern california through the bering strait as far north as latitude 70 degrees 44 minutes before he was stopped by pack ice. he returned to hawaii for the winter and was killed in an unhappy skirmish with the natives over a boat. charles clarke took command and after he died six months later, the ships returned to england under john gore. despite hostilities with the united states and france, the scientific nature of this expedition caused the various governments to exempt these vessels from capture. the voyage resulted in what cook judged his most valuable discovery - the hawaiian islands\" (hill). \n \n \n paper size: ~ 21\" by 15\""},"estimateMax":1000,"lotNumber":"66811","title":{"en":"captain cook - pair of engravings of scenes in otaheitte (tahiti)"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/trillium/source/catalog/auction/51280/lot/25701/view","tags":["usart_printsandmultiples","usart","usart_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"The work is in very good to excellent condition overall.  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There may be a few minor marks, faint text bleed through, or imperfections to be expected with age.  Please review the image carefully for condition and contact us with any questions."},"directSalePrice":50,"soldPrice":70,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-16T05:51:31.729Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$200 - $500","details":{"en":"~ 8 1/4\" by 6 1/4\""},"currency":"USD","id":25702,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":50,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25703/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25703/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2024-10-19","available":false,"description":{"en":"this early map engraving is from claudius ptolemaeus (ptolemy) and giovanni antonio magini's \n geografia cioè descrittione universale della terra partita in due volumni, nel primo de' quali si contengono gli otto libri della geographia di cl. tolome . the work was published in padova by paolo, & francesco galignani between 1620 and 1621. this is considered the second italian edition from magini. the maps were done by girolamo porro. \n \n this work is considered a later published ediiton of ptolemy (ptolemaeus)\u2019s \n geographia . the work was considered one of the most influential cartographic accounts of the ancient world and served as inspiration for all renaissance mapmakers. he compiled what was known of the world's geography in the roman empire during his time (circa 90-168 ad). ptolemy was a mathematician, astronomer, geographer, astrologer, and poet. the earliest known manuscripts of \n geographia date to 1300 and was first printed in 1477. \n \n \n paper size: ~ 7 1/2\" by 11\""},"estimateMax":1000,"lotNumber":"66813","title":{"en":"ptolemy & magini, pub. 1620 - map of taprobana, island in sumatra, with inset of elephant"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/trillium/source/catalog/auction/51280/lot/25703/view","tags":["usart_printsandmultiples","usart","usart_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"The work is in very good to excellent condition overall.  There may be some minor bleed through from text or image on verso.  There may be a few minor imperfections to be expected with age.  Please review the image carefully for condition and contact us with any questions."},"directSalePrice":50,"soldPrice":50,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-16T05:51:31.731Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$500 - $1,000","details":{"en":"~ 7 1/2\" by 11\""},"currency":"USD","id":25703,"estimateMin":500},{"startPrice":50,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25704/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25704/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2024-10-19","available":false,"description":{"en":"this early map engraving is from claudius ptolemaeus (ptolemy) and giovanni antonio magini's \n geografia cioè descrittione universale della terra partita in due volumni, nel primo de' quali si contengono gli otto libri della geographia di cl. tolome . the work was published in padova by paolo, & francesco galignani between 1620 and 1621. this is considered the second italian edition from magini. the maps were done by girolamo porro. \n \n this work is considered a later published ediiton of ptolemy (ptolemaeus)\u2019s \n geographia . the work was considered one of the most influential cartographic accounts of the ancient world and served as inspiration for all renaissance mapmakers. he compiled what was known of the world's geography in the roman empire during his time (circa 90-168 ad). ptolemy was a mathematician, astronomer, geographer, astrologer, and poet. the earliest known manuscripts of \n geographia date to 1300 and was first printed in 1477. \n \n \n paper size: ~ 7 1/2\" by 11\""},"estimateMax":1000,"lotNumber":"66814","title":{"en":"ptolemy & magini, pub. 1620 - map of candia, crete"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/trillium/source/catalog/auction/51280/lot/25704/view","tags":["usart_printsandmultiples","usart","usart_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"The work is in very good to excellent condition overall.  There may be some minor bleed through from text or image on verso.  There may be a few minor imperfections to be expected with age.  Please review the image carefully for condition and contact us with any questions."},"directSalePrice":50,"soldPrice":50,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-16T05:51:31.733Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$500 - $1,000","details":{"en":"~ 7 1/2\" by 11\""},"currency":"USD","id":25704,"estimateMin":500},{"startPrice":50,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25705/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25705/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2024-10-19","available":false,"description":{"en":"this early map engraving is from claudius ptolemaeus (ptolemy) and giovanni antonio magini's \n geografia cioè descrittione universale della terra partita in due volumni, nel primo de' quali si contengono gli otto libri della geographia di cl. tolome . the work was published in padova by paolo, & francesco galignani between 1620 and 1621. this is considered the second italian edition from magini. the maps were done by girolamo porro. \n \n this work is considered a later published ediiton of ptolemy (ptolemaeus)\u2019s \n geographia . the work was considered one of the most influential cartographic accounts of the ancient world and served as inspiration for all renaissance mapmakers. he compiled what was known of the world's geography in the roman empire during his time (circa 90-168 ad). ptolemy was a mathematician, astronomer, geographer, astrologer, and poet. the earliest known manuscripts of \n geographia date to 1300 and was first printed in 1477. \n \n \n paper size: ~ 7 1/2\" by 11\""},"estimateMax":1000,"lotNumber":"66815","title":{"en":"ptolemy & magini, pub. 1620 - map of italy"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/trillium/source/catalog/auction/51280/lot/25705/view","tags":["usart_printsandmultiples","usart","usart_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"The work is in very good to excellent condition overall.  There may be some minor bleed through from text or image on verso.  There may be a few minor imperfections to be expected with age.  Please review the image carefully for condition and contact us with any questions."},"directSalePrice":50,"soldPrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-16T05:51:31.734Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$500 - $1,000","details":{"en":"~ 7 1/2\" by 11\""},"currency":"USD","id":25705,"estimateMin":500},{"startPrice":50,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25706/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25706/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2024-10-19","available":false,"description":{"en":"this early map engraving is from claudius ptolemaeus (ptolemy) and giovanni antonio magini's \n geografia cioè descrittione universale della terra partita in due volumni, nel primo de' quali si contengono gli otto libri della geographia di cl. tolome . the work was published in padova by paolo, & francesco galignani between 1620 and 1621. this is considered the second italian edition from magini. the maps were done by girolamo porro. \n \n this work is considered a later published ediiton of ptolemy (ptolemaeus)\u2019s \n geographia . the work was considered one of the most influential cartographic accounts of the ancient world and served as inspiration for all renaissance mapmakers. he compiled what was known of the world's geography in the roman empire during his time (circa 90-168 ad). ptolemy was a mathematician, astronomer, geographer, astrologer, and poet. the earliest known manuscripts of \n geographia date to 1300 and was first printed in 1477. \n \n \n paper size: ~ 7 1/2\" by 11\""},"estimateMax":1000,"lotNumber":"66816","title":{"en":"ptolemy & magini, pub. 1620 - map of africa"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/trillium/source/catalog/auction/51280/lot/25706/view","tags":["usart_printsandmultiples","usart","usart_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"The work is in very good to excellent condition overall.  There may be some minor bleed through from text or image on verso.  There may be a few minor imperfections to be expected with age.  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There may be some minor bleed through from text or image on verso.  There may be a few minor imperfections to be expected with age.  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There may be a few minor imperfections, paper repair, staining, offset, or faint fox marks to be expected with age.  Text and image are printed to both sides of the page, so some bleed through may be expected, pictures of both sides are provided.  Very occasionally there are some worm holes present to this work.  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There is some paper loss at the lower edge.  There may be a few minor imperfections or faint marks to be expected with age.  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There is a small hole at the lower edge.  There may be a few minor imperfections or faint marks to be expected with age.  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There may be a few minor imperfections or faint marks to be expected with age.  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There may be a few minor imperfections or faint marks to be expected with age.  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The far left and right of the text and image are cropped slighly due to how the plate was printed and bound.  There is some very light wear and chipping at the edges.  There is some wear at the center fold with period paper professional repair to verso.  There are a couple small holes to the left of the center fold.  There may be a few minor imperfections or faint marks to be expected with age.  Please review the image carefully for condition and contact us with any questions."},"directSalePrice":75,"soldPrice":1650,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-16T05:51:32.155Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$500 - $1,000","details":{"en":"~ 18 1/8\" by 13\""},"currency":"USD","id":25733,"estimateMin":500},{"startPrice":75,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25734/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25734/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2024-10-19","available":false,"description":{"en":"this significant, historic engraving is from theodor de bry & thomas hariot's \n admiranda narratio fida tamen, de commodis et incolarum ritibus virginiae, ... anglico scripta sermone a thoma hariot or \n hariot's virginia . it is the first part or volume of \n grands voyages which is considered one of the most remarkable collections of voyages published in the age of discovery. the work was published in frankfurt by johann wechel for theodor de bry. the work began publishing in 1590 with this volume printed circa 1608. \n \n this is from one of the most important volumes published on early north america. it is a first eyewitness pictorial record of the american southeast. it was also the first illustrated account dedicated to any portion of what is now the united states. \n \n the engraving here is from the first part of theodor de bry's \n grands voyages and from \"the rarest volume of that series.\" (sabin 30377) hariot wrote the text and first described virginia and north carolina. he was part of the roanoke expedition along with the artist, john white, and wrote from direct observation. white's illustrations are now celebrated early american images. he served as lieutenant-governor of the colony. \n \n theodor de bry (1528-1598) was a prominent flemish engraver and publisher. he came from a family of jewelers and engravers, and faced persecution for his lutheran faith during the spanish inquisition. de bry would be most known for his engravings of the new world from \n grands voyages , a work which would reach 30 volumes in scope. he was inspired to create this work after meeting richard hakluyt in 1587, who had published his own collection of voyages. \n \n de bry's landmark work depicted the early voyages and settlements in the americas. his work greatly influenced the european view of the americas for a long period of time. de bry's prints provide an important contemporary view of european conquest and settlement in early america. the images depict native customs, culture and warfare, and episodes in the history of european contact with these natives and their world. as michael alexander said, de bry's work \"brought to the european public the first realistic visualization of the exotic world opened up across the atlantic by the explorers, conquerors and settlers.\" (discovering the new world, p. 7) \n \n \n paper size: ~ 9 3/8\" by 13 3/4\""},"estimateMax":1000,"lotNumber":"66844","title":{"en":"de bry - virginia - the town of pomeiooc"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/trillium/source/catalog/auction/51280/lot/25734/view","tags":["usart_printsandmultiples","usart","usart_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"The work is in good to very good condition overall.  The far left portion of the engraving is printed to the edge.  There is some paper repair at the right edge.  There may be a few minor imperfections or faint marks to be expected with age.  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There may be a few minor imperfections or faint marks to be expected with age.  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Some of the engravings in the work will have some faint toning or minor separation at the folds.  There can be some very light offset, fox marks or toned spots.  There may be a few minor imperfections due to age.  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The left margin is absent in the lower corner due to the fold out nature and binding process.  There is some professional paper repair in the upper margin.  Some of the engravings in the work will have some faint toning or minor separation at the folds.  There can be some very light offset, fox marks or toned spots.  There may be a few minor imperfections due to age.  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Some of the engravings in the work will have some faint toning or minor separation at the folds.  There can be some very light offset, fox marks or toned spots.  There may be a few minor imperfections due to age.  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Some of the engravings in the work will have some faint toning or minor separation at the folds.  There can be some very light offset, fox marks or toned spots.  There may be a few minor imperfections due to age.  Please review the image carefully for condition and contact us with any questions."},"directSalePrice":75,"soldPrice":550,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-16T05:51:29.920Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$400 - $800","details":{"en":"~ 17\" by 20\" (fold out)"},"currency":"USD","id":25743,"estimateMin":400},{"startPrice":75,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25744/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2024-10-19","available":false,"description":{"en":"this fine map engraving is from one of the ealiest american atlases published in the states: mathew carey's \n general atlas . this is a rare edition of the work which was published in philadelphia by carey in 1800 but with some maps from the work dated to 1794. \n \n it was an important early american atlas showing the early states and the developing landscape of america to that point. the atlas also included numerous maps of europe as well as world maps, africa, asia, south america, polar projection, and the west indies. \n \n the atlas itself was first issued in 1795, thus some of the maps available from this work are dated prior to the first official publication. this atlas also included first publication of two important maps, \"seven ranges of townships...\" (showing what is now ohio) and \"part of the north western territory\" (showing the greater midwest, dated 1796). the work also included one of the first printed maps of tennessee (spelled tennassee) as well as the ohio territory map before it was named in 1802. \n \n \"following the revolution, there was considerable activity in the united states by american mapmakers and publishers. one of them, mathew carey, was a pioneer in producing cartographic works. in 1795 carey published \n the general atlas for carey's edition of guthrie's \n geography improved . william guthrie's popular textbook was originally issued in london in 1770 . the sixteen maps of american states included were reprinted with five others in his \n american atlas , which was also published in 1795. the engravers of the maps in both atlases were barker, scott, james thackara, and john vallance, all of philadelphia, samuel hill of boston, amos doolittle of new haven, and benjamin tanner of new york\" (ristow). \n \n mathew carey (1760-1839) was one of the most important figures of early american cartography. he was an irish immigrant that established the first american cartographic publishing firm. he recruited craftsman for engraving, printing, and coloring of his maps. \n \n \n paper size: ~ 16 5/8\" by 21 3/4\" (fold out)"},"estimateMax":800,"lotNumber":"66854","title":{"en":"carey, pub. 1800 - map of kentucy reduced from elihu barker's large map"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/trillium/source/catalog/auction/51280/lot/25744/view","tags":["uscollectibles_booksandpaper","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"The work is in good to excellent condition overall.  Some of the engravings in the work will have some faint toning or minor separation at the folds.  There can be some very light offset, fox marks or toned spots.  There may be a few minor imperfections due to age.  Please review the image carefully for condition and contact us with any questions."},"directSalePrice":75,"soldPrice":375,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-16T05:51:29.927Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$400 - $800","details":{"en":"~ 16 5/8\" by 21 3/4\" (fold out)"},"currency":"USD","id":25744,"estimateMin":400},{"startPrice":75,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25745/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2024-10-19","available":false,"description":{"en":"this fine map engraving is from one of the ealiest american atlases published in the states: mathew carey's \n general atlas . this is a rare edition of the work which was published in philadelphia by carey in 1800 but with some maps from the work dated to 1794. \n \n it was an important early american atlas showing the early states and the developing landscape of america to that point. the atlas also included numerous maps of europe as well as world maps, africa, asia, south america, polar projection, and the west indies. \n \n the atlas itself was first issued in 1795, thus some of the maps available from this work are dated prior to the first official publication. this atlas also included first publication of two important maps, \"seven ranges of townships...\" (showing what is now ohio) and \"part of the north western territory\" (showing the greater midwest, dated 1796). the work also included one of the first printed maps of tennessee (spelled tennassee) as well as the ohio territory map before it was named in 1802. \n \n \"following the revolution, there was considerable activity in the united states by american mapmakers and publishers. one of them, mathew carey, was a pioneer in producing cartographic works. in 1795 carey published \n the general atlas for carey's edition of guthrie's \n geography improved . william guthrie's popular textbook was originally issued in london in 1770 . the sixteen maps of american states included were reprinted with five others in his \n american atlas , which was also published in 1795. the engravers of the maps in both atlases were barker, scott, james thackara, and john vallance, all of philadelphia, samuel hill of boston, amos doolittle of new haven, and benjamin tanner of new york\" (ristow). \n \n mathew carey (1760-1839) was one of the most important figures of early american cartography. he was an irish immigrant that established the first american cartographic publishing firm. he recruited craftsman for engraving, printing, and coloring of his maps. \n \n \n paper size: ~ 26 1/2 - 27 1/4\" by 20 1/4\" (fold out)"},"estimateMax":10000,"lotNumber":"66855","title":{"en":"carey, pub. 1800 - landmark map of nw territory - \"a map of part of the nw territory of the united states, dated 1796\""},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/trillium/source/catalog/auction/51280/lot/25745/view","tags":["uscollectibles_booksandpaper","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"The work is in good to excellent condition overall.  There is some paper repair or wear, closed tears to edges or folds.  There are few light marks or handling wear nearer to the edges.  Some of the engravings in the work will have some faint toning or minor separation at the folds.  There can be some very light offset, fox marks or toned spots.  There may be a few minor imperfections due to age.  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There may be a few minor imperfections or faint fox marks to be expected with age.  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There is a faint vertical line to the left of center.  There are a couple light marks in the lower portion of the print.  There may be some toning, handling, or chipping nearer to the edges.  There may be a few minor imperfections to be expected with age.  Please review the image carefully for condition and contact us with any questions."},"directSalePrice":100,"soldPrice":350,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-16T05:51:29.938Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$500 - $1,500","details":{"en":"~ 13 1/2\" by 10\""},"currency":"USD","id":25747,"estimateMin":500},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25748/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25748/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2024-10-19","available":false,"description":{"en":"this originally hand-colored lithograph is from rarest collection of indian plates, james otto lewis\u2019s \n aboriginal portfolio . it was the first collection of portraits of north american indians preceding both catlin and mckenney & hall\u2019s works. lehman & duval published the portfolio in philadelphia between 1835 and 1836. \n \n lewis\u2019s work was also the first large work to deal with a subject beyond the east coast and also one of the earliest american lithography projects. lewis painted indians on his travels with michigan governor lewis cass. they went on four indian treaty expeditions in the great lakes regions. unfortunately, like mckenney & hall's work, lewis's original paintings were destroyed in the smithsonian fire of 1865. \n \n \n paper size: ~ 13 1/2\" by 10\""},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"66858","title":{"en":"lewis - mauck-coo-maun, a celebrated ioway chief"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/trillium/source/catalog/auction/51280/lot/25748/view","tags":["usart_printsandmultiples","usart","usart_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"The work is in good to very good condition overall.  There is some wear, chipping, or closed tear at the edges.  There may be some toning, handling, or chipping nearer to the edges.  There may be a few minor imperfections to be expected with age.  Please review the image carefully for condition and contact us with any questions."},"directSalePrice":100,"soldPrice":350,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-16T05:51:29.939Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$500 - $1,500","details":{"en":"~ 13 1/2\" by 10\""},"currency":"USD","id":25748,"estimateMin":500},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25749/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25749/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2024-10-19","available":false,"description":{"en":"this originally hand-colored lithograph is from rarest collection of indian plates, james otto lewis\u2019s \n aboriginal portfolio . it was the first collection of portraits of north american indians preceding both catlin and mckenney & hall\u2019s works. lehman & duval published the portfolio in philadelphia between 1835 and 1836. \n \n lewis\u2019s work was also the first large work to deal with a subject beyond the east coast and also one of the earliest american lithography projects. lewis painted indians on his travels with michigan governor lewis cass. they went on four indian treaty expeditions in the great lakes regions. unfortunately, like mckenney & hall's work, lewis's original paintings were destroyed in the smithsonian fire of 1865. \n \n \n paper size: ~ 13 1/2\" by 10\""},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"66859","title":{"en":"lewis - caa-taa-ke mung-ga or the speckle'd loon, a miami chief"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/trillium/source/catalog/auction/51280/lot/25749/view","tags":["usart_printsandmultiples","usart","usart_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"The work is in good to very good condition overall.  There is some wear, chipping, or closed tear at the edges.  There is a small fox mark in the lower right portion of the print.  There may be some toning, handling, or chipping nearer to the edges.  There may be a few minor imperfections to be expected with age.  Please review the image carefully for condition and contact us with any questions."},"directSalePrice":100,"soldPrice":400,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-16T05:51:29.940Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$500 - $1,500","details":{"en":"~ 13 1/2\" by 10\""},"currency":"USD","id":25749,"estimateMin":500},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25750/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25750/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2024-10-19","available":false,"description":{"en":"this originally hand-colored lithograph is from rarest collection of indian plates, james otto lewis\u2019s \n aboriginal portfolio . it was the first collection of portraits of north american indians preceding both catlin and mckenney & hall\u2019s works. lehman & duval published the portfolio in philadelphia between 1835 and 1836. \n \n lewis\u2019s work was also the first large work to deal with a subject beyond the east coast and also one of the earliest american lithography projects. lewis painted indians on his travels with michigan governor lewis cass. they went on four indian treaty expeditions in the great lakes regions. unfortunately, like mckenney & hall's work, lewis's original paintings were destroyed in the smithsonian fire of 1865. \n \n \n paper size: ~ 13 1/2\" by 10\""},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"66860","title":{"en":"lewis - the little crow, a celebrated sioux chief"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/trillium/source/catalog/auction/51280/lot/25750/view","tags":["usart_printsandmultiples","usart","usart_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"The work is in good to very good condition overall.  There is a mottled spot in the lower right portion of the print.  There is a small chip at the lower right corner.  There may be some toning, handling, or chipping nearer to the edges.  There may be a few minor imperfections to be expected with age.  Please review the image carefully for condition and contact us with any questions."},"directSalePrice":100,"soldPrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-16T05:51:29.942Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$500 - $1,500","details":{"en":"~ 13 1/2\" by 10\""},"currency":"USD","id":25750,"estimateMin":500},{"startPrice":150,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25751/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25751/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2024-10-19","available":false,"description":{"en":"this historic folio, native american lithograph is from thomas l. mckenney & james hall\u2019s \n history of the indian tribes of north america . the work was published in philadelphia by frederick w. greenough in 1836. an admirer and supporter of the american indians, thomas mckenney spent his tenure in office fighting for their cause and preserving their legacy through a gallery of paintings that were commissioned by various artists. unfortunately, the original paintings burned in a fire, and all that is left to remember these indians are the lithographs found in history which were modeled off the paintings. charles bird king was an american portrait painter that was commissioned by mckenney to paint the portraits of the indians. king made many of the 143 paintings from which the lithographs were created. \n \n \n paper size: ~ 13 1/2\" by 20\""},"estimateMax":2000,"lotNumber":"66861","title":{"en":"mckenney & hall, folio - hayne-hudjihini, the eagle of delight"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/trillium/source/catalog/auction/51280/lot/25751/view","tags":["usart_printsandmultiples","usart","usart_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"The work is in overall good to excellent condition.  There can often be light text offset or a few very small, light fox marks with this work.  There may be a few minor imperfections to be expected with age.  Please review the image carefully for condition and contact us with any questions."},"directSalePrice":150,"soldPrice":400,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-16T05:51:29.651Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$1,000 - $2,000","details":{"en":"~ 13 1/2\" by 20\""},"currency":"USD","id":25751,"estimateMin":1000},{"startPrice":150,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25752/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25752/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2024-10-19","available":false,"description":{"en":"this historic folio, native american lithograph is from thomas l. mckenney & james hall\u2019s \n history of the indian tribes of north america . the work was published in philadelphia by frederick w. greenough in 1836. an admirer and supporter of the american indians, thomas mckenney spent his tenure in office fighting for their cause and preserving their legacy through a gallery of paintings that were commissioned by various artists. unfortunately, the original paintings burned in a fire, and all that is left to remember these indians are the lithographs found in history which were modeled off the paintings. charles bird king was an american portrait painter that was commissioned by mckenney to paint the portraits of the indians. king made many of the 143 paintings from which the lithographs were created. \n \n \n paper size: ~ 13 1/2\" by 20\""},"estimateMax":2000,"lotNumber":"66862","title":{"en":"mckenney & hall, folio - me-na-wa, a creek warrior"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/trillium/source/catalog/auction/51280/lot/25752/view","tags":["usart_printsandmultiples","usart","usart_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"The work is in overall good to excellent condition.  There can often be light text offset or a few very small, light fox marks with this work.  There may be a few minor imperfections to be expected with age.  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There can often be light text offset or a few very small, light fox marks with this work.  There may be a few minor imperfections to be expected with age.  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There can often be light text offset or a few very small, light fox marks with this work.  There may be a few minor imperfections to be expected with age.  Please review the image carefully for condition and contact us with any questions."},"directSalePrice":150,"soldPrice":260,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-16T05:51:29.658Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$1,000 - $2,000","details":{"en":"~ 13 1/2\" by 20\""},"currency":"USD","id":25754,"estimateMin":1000},{"startPrice":150,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25755/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25755/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2024-10-19","available":false,"description":{"en":"this historic folio, native american lithograph is from thomas l. mckenney & james hall\u2019s \n history of the indian tribes of north america . the work was published in philadelphia by frederick w. greenough in 1836. an admirer and supporter of the american indians, thomas mckenney spent his tenure in office fighting for their cause and preserving their legacy through a gallery of paintings that were commissioned by various artists. unfortunately, the original paintings burned in a fire, and all that is left to remember these indians are the lithographs found in history which were modeled off the paintings. charles bird king was an american portrait painter that was commissioned by mckenney to paint the portraits of the indians. king made many of the 143 paintings from which the lithographs were created. \n \n \n paper size: ~ 13 1/2\" by 20\""},"estimateMax":2000,"lotNumber":"66865","title":{"en":"mckenney & hall, folio - ne-sou-a-quoit, a fox chief"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/trillium/source/catalog/auction/51280/lot/25755/view","tags":["usart_printsandmultiples","usart","usart_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"The work is in overall good to excellent condition.  The lower nomenclature / publishing information is absent from the plate.  Original text pages included.  There can often be light text offset or a few very small, light fox marks with this work.  There may be a few minor imperfections to be expected with age.  Please review the image carefully for condition and contact us with any questions."},"directSalePrice":150,"soldPrice":1050,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-16T05:51:29.659Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$1,000 - $2,000","details":{"en":"~ 13 1/2\" by 20\""},"currency":"USD","id":25755,"estimateMin":1000},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25756/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25756/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25756/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2024-10-19","available":false,"description":{"en":"this rare aquatint engraving is from karl bodmer's \n travels in the interior of north america or \n voyage dans l\u2019intérieur de l\u2019amérique du nord executé pendant les années 1832, 1833 et 1834 . the work was published in paris, coblentz and london between 1839 and 1842. it has the blind stamp. \n \n karl bodmer's images show great versatility and technical virtuosity and give us a uniquely accomplished and detailed picture of a previously little understood (and soon to vanish) way of life. swiss-born bodmer was engaged by prince maximilian zu wied-neuwied specifically to provide a record of his travels in north america, principally among the plains indians. \n \n in the company of david dreidoppel (prince maximilian's servant and hunting companion), their travels in north america were to last from 1832 to 1834. they arrived in boston in july 1832, traveled on to philadelphia, where they stayed with napoleon bonaparte's elder brother joseph. from here they headed west across pennsylvania across the alleghenies to pittsburgh and the ohio country, visiting all the important german settlements en route. \n \n their most important stop on their route west was at the utopian colony of new harmony in indiana. the prince spent five months there in the company of some of the country's leading scientific men, and studying all the relevant literature on backcountry america. on 24 march 1833 the party reached st. louis, missouri, and the start of the journey into indian country. \n \n \n paper size: ~ 24\" by 17\""},"estimateMax":2500,"lotNumber":"66866","title":{"en":"karl bodmer - pair of engravings of remarkable hills on the upper missouri"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/trillium/source/catalog/auction/51280/lot/25756/view","tags":["usart_printsandmultiples","usart","usart_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"The work is in very good to excellent condition overall.  There are a few very small, light fox marks scattered on the paper.  There is some old damp staining at the lower edge.  There may be some faint general wear or toning and a few minor imperfections to be expected with age and size.  Please review the image carefully for condition and contact with any questions."},"directSalePrice":300,"soldPrice":450,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-16T05:51:29.661Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$1,500 - $2,500","details":{"en":"~ 24\" by 17\""},"currency":"USD","id":25756,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25757/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25757/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2024-10-19","available":false,"description":{"en":"this rare aquatint engraving is from karl bodmer's \n travels in the interior of north america or \n voyage dans l\u2019intérieur de l\u2019amérique du nord executé pendant les années 1832, 1833 et 1834 . the work was published in paris, coblentz and london between 1839 and 1842. it has the blind stamp. \n \n karl bodmer's images show great versatility and technical virtuosity and give us a uniquely accomplished and detailed picture of a previously little understood (and soon to vanish) way of life. swiss-born bodmer was engaged by prince maximilian zu wied-neuwied specifically to provide a record of his travels in north america, principally among the plains indians. \n \n in the company of david dreidoppel (prince maximilian's servant and hunting companion), their travels in north america were to last from 1832 to 1834. they arrived in boston in july 1832, traveled on to philadelphia, where they stayed with napoleon bonaparte's elder brother joseph. from here they headed west across pennsylvania across the alleghenies to pittsburgh and the ohio country, visiting all the important german settlements en route. \n \n their most important stop on their route west was at the utopian colony of new harmony in indiana. the prince spent five months there in the company of some of the country's leading scientific men, and studying all the relevant literature on backcountry america. on 24 march 1833 the party reached st. louis, missouri, and the start of the journey into indian country. \n \n \n paper size: ~ 24\" by 17\""},"estimateMax":5000,"lotNumber":"66867","title":{"en":"karl bodmer - sih-chida and mahchsi-karehde, mandan indians. 20"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/trillium/source/catalog/auction/51280/lot/25757/view","tags":["usart_printsandmultiples","usart","usart_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"The work is in very good to excellent condition overall.   There may be some faint general wear or toning and a few minor imperfections to be expected with age and size.  Please review the image carefully for condition and contact with any questions."},"directSalePrice":300,"soldPrice":1700,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-16T05:51:29.662Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$3,000 - $5,000","details":{"en":"~ 24\" by 17\""},"currency":"USD","id":25757,"estimateMin":3000},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25758/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25758/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2024-10-19","available":false,"description":{"en":"this remarkable early american lithograph is from the scarce work by augustus kollner's \n views of american cities . the work was published in by goupil, vibert, & co. of new york & paris between 1848 and 1851. the lithograph was completed by isidore-laurent deroy and printed in paris by cattier. this is a high quality lithograph with the blind stamp is present. \n \n augustus theodore frederick adam kollner (1812-1906) was a german-born artist, engraver, and lithographer. he worked in stuttgart, germany and paris, france before emigrating to the united states in 1839. he continued his work drawing american scenery, where goupil, vibert, & co. decided to publish a series of his views. \n \n \"popularly known for his illustrations for many volumes published by the american sunday school union, kollner also undertook a major print series, views of american cities, published un new york and paris by goupil, vibert and company between 1848 and 1851.\" (deák 494) \n \n \n paper size: ~ 17\" by 13\"; image size (line to line) ~ 11 3/4\" by 8\""},"estimateMax":2000,"lotNumber":"66868","title":{"en":"kollner, rare - general view of brooklyn, new york"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/trillium/source/catalog/auction/51280/lot/25758/view","tags":["usart_printsandmultiples","usart","usart_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"The work is in very good to excellent condition overall.  There may be a few minor imperfections to be expected with age.  Please review the image carefully for condition and contact us with any questions."},"directSalePrice":200,"soldPrice":550,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-16T05:51:29.663Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$1,000 - $2,000","details":{"en":"~ 17\" by 13\"; image size (line to line) ~ 11 3/4\" by 8\""},"currency":"USD","id":25758,"estimateMin":1000},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25759/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25759/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2024-10-19","available":false,"description":{"en":"this remarkable early american lithograph is from the scarce work by augustus kollner's \n views of american cities . the work was published in by goupil, vibert, & co. of new york & paris between 1848 and 1851. the lithograph was completed by isidore-laurent deroy and printed in paris by cattier. this is a high quality lithograph with the blind stamp is present. \n \n augustus theodore frederick adam kollner (1812-1906) was a german-born artist, engraver, and lithographer. he worked in stuttgart, germany and paris, france before emigrating to the united states in 1839. he continued his work drawing american scenery, where goupil, vibert, & co. decided to publish a series of his views. \n \n \"popularly known for his illustrations for many volumes published by the american sunday school union, kollner also undertook a major print series, views of american cities, published un new york and paris by goupil, vibert and company between 1848 and 1851.\" (deák 494) \n \n \n paper size: ~ 17\" by 13\"; image size (line to line) ~ 11 3/4\" by 8\""},"estimateMax":2000,"lotNumber":"66869","title":{"en":"kollner, rare - the senate chamber, washington, dc"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/trillium/source/catalog/auction/51280/lot/25759/view","tags":["usart_printsandmultiples","usart","usart_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"The work is in very good to excellent condition overall.  There may be a few minor imperfections to be expected with age.  Please review the image carefully for condition and contact us with any questions."},"directSalePrice":200,"soldPrice":600,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-16T05:51:29.665Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$1,000 - $2,000","details":{"en":"~ 17\" by 13\"; image size (line to line) ~ 11 3/4\" by 8\""},"currency":"USD","id":25759,"estimateMin":1000},{"startPrice":500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25760/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25760/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2024-10-19","available":false,"description":{"en":"this exceptional, rare folio is from captain henry james warre's \n sketches in north america and the oregon territory . the work was lithographed and published by dickinson & co. in london in 1848. it is a first edition both printed in color in finished by hand at the time with touches of gum arabic. the work is considered \"the most important one published on the subject of the pacific northwest.\" (virginia historical society online) \n \n warre travelled the oregon territory in 1845 on behalf of the british government. they sought to settle a territorial dispute with the americans for which war seemed imminent. upon his return, the matter was already resolved. warre depicted the scenery, situations, and incidents for this work, a remarkable record of the american west before it was touched by western civilization. the resulting lithographs \"remain the only western color plates comparable in beauty to those by bodmer.\" (howes) \n \n general sir henry james warre (1819-1898) was born in south africa and eventually served as an army officer in british north america. he served as aide-de-camp to his uncle, sir r. d. jackson, commander-in-chief of the forces. \n \n \n paper size: ~ 21 1/4\" by 14 1/4\""},"estimateMax":4000,"lotNumber":"66870","title":{"en":"warre - falls of the kamanis taquoir river"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/trillium/source/catalog/auction/51280/lot/25760/view","tags":["usart_printsandmultiples","usart","usart_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"The work is in excellent condition overall.  There may be a few minor imperfections to be expected with age or faint smudges near the edges.  Please review the image carefully for condition and contact us with any questions."},"directSalePrice":500,"soldPrice":800,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-16T05:51:29.666Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$2,000 - $4,000","details":{"en":"~ 21 1/4\" by 14 1/4\""},"currency":"USD","id":25760,"estimateMin":2000},{"startPrice":75,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25761/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25761/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25761/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25761/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25761/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2024-10-19","available":false,"description":{"en":"this brightly colored lithographed poster is from \n l\u2019estampe moderne . the work was published by one of the best printers of the day, champenois. the lithographs were printed under the supervision of c. masson and h. piazza and published in paris between may 1897 and april 1899. \n \n the work was sent out every month with four prints and a cover with art work by alphonse mucha by subscription only. the intention of this work was to \u201creanimate and disseminate the taste for prints\u201d (issue 24), thus 2000 of each print were published plus 100 on japan paper. \n \n this famous collection included works by major art nouveau artists including alphonse mucha, louis rhead, marcel lenoir, henri boutet, henri fantin-latour, edward burne-jones, and théophile steinlen. every print has the blind stamp of a woman\u2019s profile in a lower corner. the large format lithographs are on excellent quality paper. when available we will include a tissue descriptive paper original to the work. \n the lithographs were done by the artists, rather than after, which makes the plates original art nouveau. \n \n \n paper size: ~ 12 by 15 1/4\""},"estimateMax":2000,"lotNumber":"66871","title":{"en":"l'estampe moderne - 4 artistic poster lithographs"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/trillium/source/catalog/auction/51280/lot/25761/view","tags":["usart_printsandmultiples","usart","usart_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"The work is in very good to excellent condition.  There may be a few minor marks or imperfections to be expected with age.  Please review the image carefully for condition and contact us with any questions."},"directSalePrice":75,"soldPrice":130,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-16T05:51:28.822Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$1,000 - $2,000","details":{"en":"~ 12 by 15 1/4\""},"currency":"USD","id":25761,"estimateMin":1000},{"startPrice":75,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25762/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25762/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25762/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25762/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25762/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2024-10-19","available":false,"description":{"en":"this brightly colored lithographed poster is from \n l\u2019estampe moderne . the work was published by one of the best printers of the day, champenois. the lithographs were printed under the supervision of c. masson and h. piazza and published in paris between may 1897 and april 1899. \n \n the work was sent out every month with four prints and a cover with art work by alphonse mucha by subscription only. the intention of this work was to \u201creanimate and disseminate the taste for prints\u201d (issue 24), thus 2000 of each print were published plus 100 on japan paper. \n \n this famous collection included works by major art nouveau artists including alphonse mucha, louis rhead, marcel lenoir, henri boutet, henri fantin-latour, edward burne-jones, and théophile steinlen. every print has the blind stamp of a woman\u2019s profile in a lower corner. the large format lithographs are on excellent quality paper. when available we will include a tissue descriptive paper original to the work. \n the lithographs were done by the artists, rather than after, which makes the plates original art nouveau. \n \n \n paper size: ~ 12 by 15 1/4\""},"estimateMax":2000,"lotNumber":"66872","title":{"en":"l'estampe moderne - 4 artistic poster lithographs"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/trillium/source/catalog/auction/51280/lot/25762/view","tags":["usart_printsandmultiples","usart","usart_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"The work is in very good to excellent condition.  There may be a few minor marks or imperfections to be expected with age.  Please review the image carefully for condition and contact us with any questions."},"directSalePrice":75,"soldPrice":75,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-16T05:51:28.823Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$1,000 - $2,000","details":{"en":"~ 12 by 15 1/4\""},"currency":"USD","id":25762,"estimateMin":1000},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25763/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25763/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2024-10-19","available":false,"description":{"en":"this stunning and rare lithograph is from alphonse mucha's \n documents décoratifs . the work was published in paris by librairie centrale des beaux-arts in 1902 and edited by emile levy. \n \n the work was an excellent representation of his work in the art nouveau movement. it included images of flowers, fauna, women, jewelry, kerosene lamps, cutlery, posters, furniture, and illustrations for books. \n \n mucha \"illustrates the process of stylisation and simplification that transforms a drawing from nature to an object for practical use [...] the compatibility of design and material is emphasized in applications of an identical motif on tableware, lace or jewelry. examples for graphic artists include studies of nude or draped figures and of heads. mucha's drawings and applied designs show virtuosity that surpasses technical ability. the publication was considered an invaluable textbook for artisans and designers and was used by art students in france and abroad, including russia.\" (v. arwas et al. alphonse mucha the spirit of art nouveau (alexandria, va: 1998), p.310) \n \n alphonse (alfons) maria mucha (1860-1939) was a bohemian and czech artist. he produced most of his early work in paris and truly broke through around 1895. he moved back to prague in 1910. mucha was one of the most influential artists to the art nouveau movement. \n \n \n paper size: ~ 13\" by 18\""},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"66873","title":{"en":"mucha, folio - floral motif or design. 29"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/trillium/source/catalog/auction/51280/lot/25763/view","tags":["usart_printsandmultiples","usart","usart_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"The work is in very good to excellent condition overall.  There may be some faint toning or light fox marks to the edges of margins with this work.  There may be a few minor imperfections to be expected with age.  Please review the image carefully for condition and contact us with any questions."},"directSalePrice":100,"soldPrice":190,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-16T05:51:28.825Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$500 - $1,500","details":{"en":"~ 13\" by 18\""},"currency":"USD","id":25763,"estimateMin":500},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25764/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25764/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2024-10-19","available":false,"description":{"en":"this stunning and rare lithograph is from alphonse mucha's \n documents décoratifs . the work was published in paris by librairie centrale des beaux-arts in 1902 and edited by emile levy. \n \n the work was an excellent representation of his work in the art nouveau movement. it included images of flowers, fauna, women, jewelry, kerosene lamps, cutlery, posters, furniture, and illustrations for books. \n \n mucha \"illustrates the process of stylisation and simplification that transforms a drawing from nature to an object for practical use [...] the compatibility of design and material is emphasized in applications of an identical motif on tableware, lace or jewelry. examples for graphic artists include studies of nude or draped figures and of heads. mucha's drawings and applied designs show virtuosity that surpasses technical ability. the publication was considered an invaluable textbook for artisans and designers and was used by art students in france and abroad, including russia.\" (v. arwas et al. alphonse mucha the spirit of art nouveau (alexandria, va: 1998), p.310) \n \n alphonse (alfons) maria mucha (1860-1939) was a bohemian and czech artist. he produced most of his early work in paris and truly broke through around 1895. he moved back to prague in 1910. mucha was one of the most influential artists to the art nouveau movement. \n \n \n paper size: ~ 13\" by 18\""},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"66874","title":{"en":"mucha, folio - floral motif or design. 30"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/trillium/source/catalog/auction/51280/lot/25764/view","tags":["usart_printsandmultiples","usart","usart_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"The work is in very good to excellent condition overall.  There may be some faint toning or light fox marks to the edges of margins with this work.  There may be a few minor imperfections to be expected with age.  Please review the image carefully for condition and contact us with any questions."},"directSalePrice":100,"soldPrice":220,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-16T05:51:28.826Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$500 - $1,500","details":{"en":"~ 13\" by 18\""},"currency":"USD","id":25764,"estimateMin":500},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25765/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25765/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2024-10-19","available":false,"description":{"en":"this stunning and rare lithograph is from alphonse mucha's \n documents décoratifs . the work was published in paris by librairie centrale des beaux-arts in 1902 and edited by emile levy. \n \n the work was an excellent representation of his work in the art nouveau movement. it included images of flowers, fauna, women, jewelry, kerosene lamps, cutlery, posters, furniture, and illustrations for books. \n \n mucha \"illustrates the process of stylisation and simplification that transforms a drawing from nature to an object for practical use [...] the compatibility of design and material is emphasized in applications of an identical motif on tableware, lace or jewelry. examples for graphic artists include studies of nude or draped figures and of heads. mucha's drawings and applied designs show virtuosity that surpasses technical ability. the publication was considered an invaluable textbook for artisans and designers and was used by art students in france and abroad, including russia.\" (v. arwas et al. alphonse mucha the spirit of art nouveau (alexandria, va: 1998), p.310) \n \n alphonse (alfons) maria mucha (1860-1939) was a bohemian and czech artist. he produced most of his early work in paris and truly broke through around 1895. he moved back to prague in 1910. mucha was one of the most influential artists to the art nouveau movement. \n \n \n paper size: ~ 13\" by 18\""},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"66875","title":{"en":"mucha, folio - introduction or preface illustration. 19"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/trillium/source/catalog/auction/51280/lot/25765/view","tags":["usart_printsandmultiples","usart","usart_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"The work is in very good to excellent condition overall.  There may be some faint toning or light fox marks to the edges of margins with this work.  There may be a few minor imperfections to be expected with age.  Please review the image carefully for condition and contact us with any questions."},"directSalePrice":100,"soldPrice":190,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-16T05:51:28.828Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$500 - $1,500","details":{"en":"~ 13\" by 18\""},"currency":"USD","id":25765,"estimateMin":500},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25766/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25766/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2024-10-19","available":false,"description":{"en":"this stunning and rare lithograph is from alphonse mucha's \n documents décoratifs . the work was published in paris by librairie centrale des beaux-arts in 1902 and edited by emile levy. \n \n the work was an excellent representation of his work in the art nouveau movement. it included images of flowers, fauna, women, jewelry, kerosene lamps, cutlery, posters, furniture, and illustrations for books. \n \n mucha \"illustrates the process of stylisation and simplification that transforms a drawing from nature to an object for practical use [...] the compatibility of design and material is emphasized in applications of an identical motif on tableware, lace or jewelry. examples for graphic artists include studies of nude or draped figures and of heads. mucha's drawings and applied designs show virtuosity that surpasses technical ability. the publication was considered an invaluable textbook for artisans and designers and was used by art students in france and abroad, including russia.\" (v. arwas et al. alphonse mucha the spirit of art nouveau (alexandria, va: 1998), p.310) \n \n alphonse (alfons) maria mucha (1860-1939) was a bohemian and czech artist. he produced most of his early work in paris and truly broke through around 1895. he moved back to prague in 1910. mucha was one of the most influential artists to the art nouveau movement. \n \n \n paper size: ~ 13\" by 18\""},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"66876","title":{"en":"mucha, folio - illustrations of women. 12"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/trillium/source/catalog/auction/51280/lot/25766/view","tags":["usart_printsandmultiples","usart","usart_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"The work is in very good to excellent condition overall.  There may be some faint toning or light fox marks to the edges of margins with this work.  There may be a few minor imperfections to be expected with age.  Please review the image carefully for condition and contact us with any questions."},"directSalePrice":100,"soldPrice":425,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-16T05:51:28.830Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$500 - $1,500","details":{"en":"~ 13\" by 18\""},"currency":"USD","id":25766,"estimateMin":500},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25767/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25767/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2024-10-19","available":false,"description":{"en":"this stunning and rare lithograph is from alphonse mucha's \n documents décoratifs . the work was published in paris by librairie centrale des beaux-arts in 1902 and edited by emile levy. \n \n the work was an excellent representation of his work in the art nouveau movement. it included images of flowers, fauna, women, jewelry, kerosene lamps, cutlery, posters, furniture, and illustrations for books. \n \n mucha \"illustrates the process of stylisation and simplification that transforms a drawing from nature to an object for practical use [...] the compatibility of design and material is emphasized in applications of an identical motif on tableware, lace or jewelry. examples for graphic artists include studies of nude or draped figures and of heads. mucha's drawings and applied designs show virtuosity that surpasses technical ability. the publication was considered an invaluable textbook for artisans and designers and was used by art students in france and abroad, including russia.\" (v. arwas et al. alphonse mucha the spirit of art nouveau (alexandria, va: 1998), p.310) \n \n alphonse (alfons) maria mucha (1860-1939) was a bohemian and czech artist. he produced most of his early work in paris and truly broke through around 1895. he moved back to prague in 1910. mucha was one of the most influential artists to the art nouveau movement. \n \n \n paper size: ~ 13\" by 18\""},"estimateMax":2000,"lotNumber":"66877","title":{"en":"mucha, folio - illustration of draped nude woman. 10"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/trillium/source/catalog/auction/51280/lot/25767/view","tags":["usart_printsandmultiples","usart","usart_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"The work is in very good to excellent condition overall.  There may be some faint toning or light fox marks to the edges of margins with this work.  There may be a few minor imperfections to be expected with age.  Please review the image carefully for condition and contact us with any questions."},"directSalePrice":100,"soldPrice":575,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-16T05:51:28.831Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$1,000 - $2,000","details":{"en":"~ 13\" by 18\""},"currency":"USD","id":25767,"estimateMin":1000},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25768/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25768/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2024-10-19","available":false,"description":{"en":"this stunning and rare lithograph is from alphonse mucha's \n documents décoratifs . the work was published in paris by librairie centrale des beaux-arts in 1902 and edited by emile levy. \n \n the work was an excellent representation of his work in the art nouveau movement. it included images of flowers, fauna, women, jewelry, kerosene lamps, cutlery, posters, furniture, and illustrations for books. \n \n mucha \"illustrates the process of stylisation and simplification that transforms a drawing from nature to an object for practical use [...] the compatibility of design and material is emphasized in applications of an identical motif on tableware, lace or jewelry. examples for graphic artists include studies of nude or draped figures and of heads. mucha's drawings and applied designs show virtuosity that surpasses technical ability. the publication was considered an invaluable textbook for artisans and designers and was used by art students in france and abroad, including russia.\" (v. arwas et al. alphonse mucha the spirit of art nouveau (alexandria, va: 1998), p.310) \n \n alphonse (alfons) maria mucha (1860-1939) was a bohemian and czech artist. he produced most of his early work in paris and truly broke through around 1895. he moved back to prague in 1910. mucha was one of the most influential artists to the art nouveau movement. \n \n \n paper size: ~ 13\" by 18\""},"estimateMax":2500,"lotNumber":"66878","title":{"en":"mucha, folio - mucha, folio - illustrations of women and children (au paradis des bebes). 56"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/trillium/source/catalog/auction/51280/lot/25768/view","tags":["usart_printsandmultiples","usart","usart_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"The work is in very good to excellent condition overall.  There may be some faint toning or light fox marks to the edges of margins with this work.  There may be a few minor imperfections to be expected with age.  Please review the image carefully for condition and contact us with any questions."},"directSalePrice":100,"soldPrice":425,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-16T05:51:28.833Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$1,500 - $2,500","details":{"en":"~ 13\" by 18\""},"currency":"USD","id":25768,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":375,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25769/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25769/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2024-10-19","available":false,"description":{"en":"this exceptional folio lithograph is from john james audubon's \n the viviparous quadrupeds of north america . it was part of the imperial folio edition published between 1845 and 1851. \n \n audubon and his son, john woodhouse, drew all of the quadrupeds in the work. victor gifford audubon drew the backgrounds for many of the prints. the print is a stone lithograph which features original hand-coloring completed by noted printer james t. bowen of philadelphia. great care was taken in the lithography and hand-coloring of the print to give the animal fur a truly realistic appearance. \n \n audubon worked on the quadrupeds for fifteen years and studied the animals in their natural habitats and collected skins. it was the first work of this size done on american quadrupeds and a landmark for natural science in america. audubon detailed many frontier animals for the first time, and the work helped spark public interest in the natural flora and fauna of america. \n \n when he undertook the research for this publication, he wrote his collaborator rev. james bachman \"i am growing old, but what of this? my spirits are as enthusiastical as ever, my legs full able to carry my body for ten years to come, and in about two of these i expect the illustrations out, and ere the following twelve months have elapsed, their histories studied, their descriptions carefully prepared and the book printed! only think of the quadrupeds of america being presented to the world of science by audubon and bachman.\" (streshinsky, audubon, p. 332) \n \n \n quadrupeds would be his last major work and expedition. he completed half of the drawings before his health began to deteriorate, but it was a true collaboration with his son, john woodhouse audubon. john james audubon served as \"...the genius and guiding hand. audubon was the person who conceived the projects and had the enthusiasm and determination to see them through. he was the artist, the author, the designer, and, when the time came, the salesman. as the success of the 'little work' grew, audubon\u2019s dominant role in the process became more apparent.\" (ron tyler) \n \n provenance: stamp to title reads gardner a. sage library, theological seminary, new brunswick, new jersey \n \n \n paper size: ~ 27 1/4\" by 21\""},"estimateMax":2500,"lotNumber":"66879","title":{"en":"audubon, imperial folio - hare squirrel. 43"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/trillium/source/catalog/auction/51280/lot/25769/view","tags":["usart_printsandmultiples","usart","usart_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"The work is in very good to excellent condition.  There may be a few minor marks or imperfections to be expected with age.  Please review the image carefully for condition and contact us with any questions."},"directSalePrice":375,"soldPrice":625,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-16T05:51:28.834Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$1,500 - $2,500","details":{"en":"~ 27 1/4\" by 21\""},"currency":"USD","id":25769,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":375,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25770/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25770/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2024-10-19","available":false,"description":{"en":"this exceptional folio lithograph is from john james audubon's \n the viviparous quadrupeds of north america . it was part of the imperial folio edition published between 1845 and 1851. \n \n audubon and his son, john woodhouse, drew all of the quadrupeds in the work. victor gifford audubon drew the backgrounds for many of the prints. the print is a stone lithograph which features original hand-coloring completed by noted printer james t. bowen of philadelphia. great care was taken in the lithography and hand-coloring of the print to give the animal fur a truly realistic appearance. \n \n audubon worked on the quadrupeds for fifteen years and studied the animals in their natural habitats and collected skins. it was the first work of this size done on american quadrupeds and a landmark for natural science in america. audubon detailed many frontier animals for the first time, and the work helped spark public interest in the natural flora and fauna of america. \n \n when he undertook the research for this publication, he wrote his collaborator rev. james bachman \"i am growing old, but what of this? my spirits are as enthusiastical as ever, my legs full able to carry my body for ten years to come, and in about two of these i expect the illustrations out, and ere the following twelve months have elapsed, their histories studied, their descriptions carefully prepared and the book printed! only think of the quadrupeds of america being presented to the world of science by audubon and bachman.\" (streshinsky, audubon, p. 332) \n \n \n quadrupeds would be his last major work and expedition. he completed half of the drawings before his health began to deteriorate, but it was a true collaboration with his son, john woodhouse audubon. john james audubon served as \"...the genius and guiding hand. audubon was the person who conceived the projects and had the enthusiasm and determination to see them through. he was the artist, the author, the designer, and, when the time came, the salesman. as the success of the 'little work' grew, audubon\u2019s dominant role in the process became more apparent.\" (ron tyler) \n \n provenance: stamp to title reads gardner a. sage library, theological seminary, new brunswick, new jersey \n \n \n paper size: ~ 27 1/4\" by 21\""},"estimateMax":12000,"lotNumber":"66880","title":{"en":"audubon, imperial folio - polar bear. 91"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/trillium/source/catalog/auction/51280/lot/25770/view","tags":["usart_printsandmultiples","usart","usart_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"The work is in good to excellent condition overall.  There is a thinned spot to the paper.  Plates from this work may have minor imperfections, toning, handling or general signs of age from a large folio work.  Please review the image carefully for condition and contact us with any questions."},"directSalePrice":375,"soldPrice":9550,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-16T05:51:28.836Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$8,000 - $12,000","details":{"en":"~ 27 1/4\" by 21\""},"currency":"USD","id":25770,"estimateMin":8000},{"startPrice":27500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25771/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25771/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25771/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25771/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25771/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25771/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25771/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25771/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25771/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25771/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25771/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25771/012/012.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25771/013/013.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25771/014/014.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25771/015/015.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25771/016/016.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25771/017/017.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25771/018/018.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25771/019/019.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25771/020/020.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25771/021/021.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25771/022/022.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25771/023/023.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25771/024/024.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25771/025/025.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25771/026/026.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25771/027/027.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25771/028/028.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25771/029/029.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25771/030/030.jpg"],"soldDate":"2024-10-19","available":false,"description":{"en":"this is the first edition, seven volume set with 500 originally hand-colored lithographs of john james audubon's \n birds of america . it was published from 1840 to 1844 in new york and philadelphia by j. b. chevalier for j. j. audubon. the work was completed under the direct supervision of j. j. audubon. the lithography and hand-coloring were completed by j. t. bowen. the set is bound in dark green half calf, four gilt compartments to spine, all edges gilt, original boards and endpapers. \n \n prints and thus this beautiful complete set in truly wonderful condition of \n birds of america are amongst the most sought after and collectible of hand-colored american prints. the first edition was the only one to be completed using strictly hand-coloring. \n \n john james audubon (1785-1851) is perhaps the most famous of early american naturalists. \n birds of america is one of the best examples of hand-colored work in america and is highly collectible. \n \n \n paper size: ~ 10 1/2\" by 6 1/4\""},"estimateMax":75000,"lotNumber":"66881","title":{"en":"john james audubon's birds of america - 7 volume set with 500 originally hand-colored lithographs"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/trillium/source/catalog/auction/51280/lot/25771/view","tags":["uscollectibles_booksandpaper","uscollectibles","uscollectibles_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"The set is in overall good to excellent condition. There are a few scattered marginal stains, occasional light offset, and some mostly light foxing throughout, common to Audubon works, present to about 20-30% of the plates but light for the most part.  This is more prevalent to tissue guards and text, and we would suggest having tissue cards removed and new ones laid in.  There is a larger, dime-sized stain to plate 445. There is some scuffing to the bindings but solid.  The binding is dark green, but a bit faded to black on spines.  Please review the images carefully for condition and contact us with any further questions on the work."},"directSalePrice":27500,"soldPrice":27500,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-16T05:51:31.272Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$55,000 - $75,000","details":{"en":"~ 10 1/2\" by 6 1/4\""},"currency":"USD","id":25771,"estimateMin":55000},{"startPrice":75,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25772/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25772/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25772/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25772/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25772/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2024-10-19","available":false,"description":{"en":"this finely detailed, stipple engraving is from the work entitled \n histoire naturelle des orangers , authored by joseph risso with engravings based on drawings by the renowned pierre poiteau. this first edition was published in paris between 1818-1822. \n \n orangeries had begun developing in the late 17th century, thus creating interest in citrus varieties. plenty of new cultivars and varieties had been developed and were included in the publishing of this work. \n \n risso was well-known as a naturalist while he worked in nice, france. his interests reached beyond just botanicals and even has a dolphin named after him. pierre poiteau, a celebrated artist, provided the drawings from which these engravings were made. poiteau had studied under the reknowned pierre j. redoute, and poiteau's art reflected the beauty and artistic grace of redoute's works. \n \n \n paper size: ~ 10\" by 13 3/4\""},"estimateMax":1000,"lotNumber":"66882","title":{"en":"risso - 4 citrus engravings"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/trillium/source/catalog/auction/51280/lot/25772/view","tags":["usart_printsandmultiples","usart","usart_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"The work is in very good condition overall.   There may be a few minor marks or faint toning to be expected with age. 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There may be a few minor marks to be expected with age. 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There may be a few minor marks to be expected with age. 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The plates were engraved on slightly less course paper than others we have seen, this appears to have allowed less damage to the plates from wear and age.  The hand-coloring is exceptional.  The original text pages included are on the courser paper usually seen with the work.  This is due to the plates being part of the second issue of the first edition.  There may be a few imperfections to be expected with age. 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The plates were engraved on slightly less course paper than others we have seen, this appears to have allowed less damage to the plates from wear and age.  The hand-coloring is exceptional.  The original text pages included are on the courser paper usually seen with the work.  This is due to the plates being part of the second issue of the first edition.  There may be a few imperfections to be expected with age. 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The plates were engraved on slightly less course paper than others we have seen, this appears to have allowed less damage to the plates from wear and age.  The hand-coloring is exceptional.  The original text pages included are on the courser paper usually seen with the work.  This is due to the plates being part of the second issue of the first edition.  There may be a few imperfections to be expected with age. Please review the image carefully for condition and contact us with any questions."},"directSalePrice":25,"soldPrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-16T05:51:29.854Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$150 - $300","details":{"en":"~ 5 3/4\" by 9 1/2\""},"currency":"USD","id":25788,"estimateMin":150},{"startPrice":25,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25789/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2024-10-19","available":false,"description":{"en":"this original hand-colored engraving is from edward donovan\u2019s work \n the naturalist\u2019s repository of exotic natural history\u2026 of quadrupeds, birds, fishes, insects, shells, marine productions\u2026 . the work was published in london between 1822 and 1827 for the author by w. simpkin and r. marshall. the engravings are from the first edition, second issue on woven, watermarked paper (not present to each sheet) that is less course than the first issue and has left them in much better condition with age. \n \n edward donovan was involved in all the steps of creating the illustrations in his works from the drawing, etching, engraving, and hand-coloring. his artistic hand created some of the finest engravings that often have the appearance of watercolors. donovan was an avid natural history collector, fellow of the linnean society and the wernerian natural history society. he also opened his own private museum in 1807, the london museum and institute of natural history. \n \n donovan\u2019s engravings are noted for their exceptionally hand-colored images. he drew the images himself from his own museum as well as the collections of sir joseph banks & dru drury. \n \n \n paper size: ~ 5 3/4\" by 9 1/2\""},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"66899","title":{"en":"donovan - tortoiseshell harp buccinum shell. 8"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/trillium/source/catalog/auction/51280/lot/25789/view","tags":["usart_printsandmultiples","usart","usart_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"The work is in very good to excellent condition overall.  The plates were engraved on slightly less course paper than others we have seen, this appears to have allowed less damage to the plates from wear and age.  The hand-coloring is exceptional.  The original text pages included are on the courser paper usually seen with the work.  This is due to the plates being part of the second issue of the first edition.  There may be a few imperfections to be expected with age. Please review the image carefully for condition and contact us with any questions."},"directSalePrice":25,"soldPrice":450,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-16T05:51:29.856Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$150 - $300","details":{"en":"~ 5 3/4\" by 9 1/2\""},"currency":"USD","id":25789,"estimateMin":150},{"startPrice":25,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25790/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25790/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25790/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25790/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2024-10-19","available":false,"description":{"en":"included in this lot: \n \n festive amazon parrot \n dufresne's amazon parrot \n double-fronted or le vaillant's amazon \n \n \n description of the work: \n \n this alluring woodblock engraving of a parrot with hand-finished coloring is from w. t. greene\u2019s \n parrots in captivity . george bell & sons published the work in london in 1884. benjamin fawcett is credited for creating the prints after drawings by a. f. lydon. the work featured comprehensive text on the feeding and rearing of each bird kept in captivity. \n parrots in captivity was expansive in material featuring vibrant illustrations of macaws, cockatoos, lories, parrots, parakeets, and lovebirds. greene\u2019s work inspired many to attempt raising the parrots as pets, resulting in the steep decline in wild populations of many of the species featured to endangered levels or even extinction. \n \n \n paper size: ~ 6 1/2\" by 9 3/4\""},"estimateMax":800,"lotNumber":"66900","title":{"en":"greene - 3 amazon parrot engravings"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/trillium/source/catalog/auction/51280/lot/25790/view","tags":["usart_printsandmultiples","usart","usart_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"The work is in very good to excellent condition overall.  There may be a few minor imperfections to be expected with age.  Please review the image carefully for condition and contact us with any questions."},"directSalePrice":25,"soldPrice":85,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-16T05:51:29.857Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$400 - $800","details":{"en":"~ 6 1/2\" by 9 3/4\""},"currency":"USD","id":25790,"estimateMin":400},{"startPrice":25,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25791/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25791/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25791/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25791/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2024-10-19","available":false,"description":{"en":"included in this lot: \n \n ring-necked or bengal parrakeet \n blossom-headed parrakeet \n barraband's parrakeet \n \n \n description of the work: \n \n this alluring woodblock engraving of a parrot with hand-finished coloring is from w. t. greene\u2019s \n parrots in captivity . george bell & sons published the work in london in 1884. benjamin fawcett is credited for creating the prints after drawings by a. f. lydon. the work featured comprehensive text on the feeding and rearing of each bird kept in captivity. \n parrots in captivity was expansive in material featuring vibrant illustrations of macaws, cockatoos, lories, parrots, parakeets, and lovebirds. greene\u2019s work inspired many to attempt raising the parrots as pets, resulting in the steep decline in wild populations of many of the species featured to endangered levels or even extinction. \n \n \n paper size: ~ 6 1/2\" by 9 3/4\""},"estimateMax":800,"lotNumber":"66901","title":{"en":"greene - 3 parrakeet engravings"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/trillium/source/catalog/auction/51280/lot/25791/view","tags":["usart_printsandmultiples","usart","usart_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"The work is in very good to excellent condition overall.  There may be a few minor imperfections to be expected with age.  Please review the image carefully for condition and contact us with any questions."},"directSalePrice":25,"soldPrice":65,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-16T05:51:37.397Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$400 - $800","details":{"en":"~ 6 1/2\" by 9 3/4\""},"currency":"USD","id":25791,"estimateMin":400},{"startPrice":75,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25792/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25792/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25792/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25792/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25792/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25792/006/006.jpg"],"soldDate":"2024-10-19","available":false,"description":{"en":"included in this lot: \n \n geelvink pygmy-parrot (nasiterna geelvinkiana) \n pygmy parrot (nasiterna pygmaea) \n pygmy parrot (nasiterna pygmaea) \n buff-faced pygmy parrot (nasiterna pusio) \n pygmy hanging parrot (loriculus exilis) \n \n \n description of the work: \n \n this originally hand-colored lithograph is from george dawson rowley's \n ornithological miscellany . the work was published in london between 1876 and 1878 by trubner and co., b. quaritch, and r. h. porter. \n \n the work featured detailed articles on the birds of mongolia & tibet, new zealand, the fiji islands, new guinea, madagascar, and more. the articles were written by noted ornithologists h. e. dresser, alfred newton, o. salvin, p. l. sclater, h. seebohm, and r. b. sharpe. of particular note with this work was that it detailed some of the rarer birds of new zealand. the images were done by j. g. keulemans, j. smit, and others. \n \n \n paper size: ~ 9 1/2\" by 12 3/4\""},"estimateMax":1000,"lotNumber":"66902","title":{"en":"rowley - 5 pygmy parrot lithographs"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/trillium/source/catalog/auction/51280/lot/25792/view","tags":["usart_printsandmultiples","usart","usart_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"The work is in very good to excellent condition overall.  There may be a few minor imperfections or faint marks to be expected with age.  Please review the image carefully for condition and contact us with any questions."},"directSalePrice":75,"soldPrice":110,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-16T05:51:37.398Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$500 - $1,000","details":{"en":"~ 9 1/2\" by 12 3/4\""},"currency":"USD","id":25792,"estimateMin":500},{"startPrice":75,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25793/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25793/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25793/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25793/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2024-10-19","available":false,"description":{"en":"included in this lot: \n \n labrador falcon (falco labradorus) \n labrador falcon (falco labradorus) \n a sore sparrow hawk (accipiter nisus) \n \n \n description of the work: \n \n this originally hand-colored lithograph is from george dawson rowley's \n ornithological miscellany . the work was published in london between 1876 and 1878 by trubner and co., b. quaritch, and r. h. porter. \n \n the work featured detailed articles on the birds of mongolia & tibet, new zealand, the fiji islands, new guinea, madagascar, and more. the articles were written by noted ornithologists h. e. dresser, alfred newton, o. salvin, p. l. sclater, h. seebohm, and r. b. sharpe. of particular note with this work was that it detailed some of the rarer birds of new zealand. the images were done by j. g. keulemans, j. smit, and others. \n \n \n paper size: ~ 9 1/2\" by 12 3/4\""},"estimateMax":1000,"lotNumber":"66903","title":{"en":"rowley - 3 bird of prey lithographs"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/trillium/source/catalog/auction/51280/lot/25793/view","tags":["usart_printsandmultiples","usart","usart_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"The work is in very good to excellent condition overall.  There may be a few minor imperfections or faint marks to be expected with age.  Please review the image carefully for condition and contact us with any questions."},"directSalePrice":75,"soldPrice":75,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-16T05:51:37.400Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$500 - $1,000","details":{"en":"~ 9 1/2\" by 12 3/4\""},"currency":"USD","id":25793,"estimateMin":500},{"startPrice":25,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25794/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2024-10-19","available":false,"description":{"en":"this rare and charming, hand-colored bird engraving is from francois nicolas martinet's \n histoire des oiseaux, peints dans tous leurs aspects... . the work was published in paris by chez l'auteur between 1787 and 1790. \n \n martinet was one of the greatest birds artists of the 18th century. he worked for the french court as an engraver and artist. martinet's illustrations are accurate and beautifully artistic. \n \n \"the plates show a highly original approach to ornithological illustration: they often include architectural backgrounds (the peacock with tail spread perching on a roof, barn owls in a courtyard) and occasionally the birds are shown against contemporary interiors (a white crested cockatoo perches on the arm of a wall-light with decorative wall-paper in the background). the colouring is particularly delicate with occasional heightening in gilt where required, and with some of the backgrounds supplied in pure watercolour, without an engraved base. the work was issued erratically in parts over a number of years and complete copies are therefore particularly scarce.\" (cottrell, contemporary collectors..) \n \n \n paper size: ~ 7 1/2\" by 4\""},"estimateMax":200,"lotNumber":"66904","title":{"en":"martinet - gyrfalcon"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/trillium/source/catalog/auction/51280/lot/25794/view","tags":["usart_printsandmultiples","usart","usart_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"The work is in very good to excellent condition overall.  There may be some imperfections or fox marks that are mostly to the edges of some of the prints. Please review the image carefully for condition and contact us with any questions."},"directSalePrice":25,"soldPrice":60,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-16T05:51:37.402Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $200","details":{"en":"~ 7 1/2\" by 4\""},"currency":"USD","id":25794,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":25,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25795/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2024-10-19","available":false,"description":{"en":"this rare and charming, hand-colored bird engraving is from francois nicolas martinet's \n histoire des oiseaux, peints dans tous leurs aspects... . the work was published in paris by chez l'auteur between 1787 and 1790. \n \n martinet was one of the greatest birds artists of the 18th century. he worked for the french court as an engraver and artist. martinet's illustrations are accurate and beautifully artistic. \n \n \"the plates show a highly original approach to ornithological illustration: they often include architectural backgrounds (the peacock with tail spread perching on a roof, barn owls in a courtyard) and occasionally the birds are shown against contemporary interiors (a white crested cockatoo perches on the arm of a wall-light with decorative wall-paper in the background). the colouring is particularly delicate with occasional heightening in gilt where required, and with some of the backgrounds supplied in pure watercolour, without an engraved base. the work was issued erratically in parts over a number of years and complete copies are therefore particularly scarce.\" (cottrell, contemporary collectors..) \n \n \n paper size: ~ 7 1/2\" by 4\""},"estimateMax":200,"lotNumber":"66905","title":{"en":"martinet - ibis"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/trillium/source/catalog/auction/51280/lot/25795/view","tags":["usart_printsandmultiples","usart","usart_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"The work is in very good to excellent condition overall.  There may be some imperfections or fox marks that are mostly to the edges of some of the prints. Please review the image carefully for condition and contact us with any questions."},"directSalePrice":25,"soldPrice":75,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-16T05:51:37.403Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$100 - $200","details":{"en":"~ 7 1/2\" by 4\""},"currency":"USD","id":25795,"estimateMin":100},{"startPrice":25,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25796/001/001.jpg"],"soldDate":"2024-10-19","available":false,"description":{"en":"this rare and charming, hand-colored bird engraving is from francois nicolas martinet's \n histoire des oiseaux, peints dans tous leurs aspects... . the work was published in paris by chez l'auteur between 1787 and 1790. \n \n martinet was one of the greatest birds artists of the 18th century. he worked for the french court as an engraver and artist. martinet's illustrations are accurate and beautifully artistic. \n \n \"the plates show a highly original approach to ornithological illustration: they often include architectural backgrounds (the peacock with tail spread perching on a roof, barn owls in a courtyard) and occasionally the birds are shown against contemporary interiors (a white crested cockatoo perches on the arm of a wall-light with decorative wall-paper in the background). the colouring is particularly delicate with occasional heightening in gilt where required, and with some of the backgrounds supplied in pure watercolour, without an engraved base. the work was issued erratically in parts over a number of years and complete copies are therefore particularly scarce.\" (cottrell, contemporary collectors..) \n \n \n paper size: ~ 7 1/2\" by 4\""},"estimateMax":200,"lotNumber":"66906","title":{"en":"martinet - cockatoo"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/trillium/source/catalog/auction/51280/lot/25796/view","tags":["usart_printsandmultiples","usart","usart_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"The work is in very good to excellent condition overall.  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There may be a few minor imperfections to be expected with age.  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There may be a few minor imperfections to be expected with age.  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'the mezzotint process used [in the present work]... had been invented by johann teyler in the netherlands around 1688. as practised here by bartholomaeus seuter (1678-1754) and johann elias ridinger (1698-1767), it was really a combination of etching and mezzotint, which made possible delicate lines and a very fine grain. the addition of hand-tinting brought about unusual and subtle effects. some of the best work was done in later volumes by johann jakob haid (1704-1767)' (hunt) \n \n \n paper size: ~ 10\" by 16\""},"estimateMax":1000,"lotNumber":"66943","title":{"en":"weinmann - 7 angelica engravings"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/trillium/source/catalog/auction/51280/lot/25833/view","tags":["usart_printsandmultiples","usart","usart_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"The work is in very good to excellent condition.  The work occasionally exhibits some paint smudging  from the nature of the printing and coloring process.  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'the mezzotint process used [in the present work]... had been invented by johann teyler in the netherlands around 1688. as practised here by bartholomaeus seuter (1678-1754) and johann elias ridinger (1698-1767), it was really a combination of etching and mezzotint, which made possible delicate lines and a very fine grain. the addition of hand-tinting brought about unusual and subtle effects. some of the best work was done in later volumes by johann jakob haid (1704-1767)' (hunt) \n \n \n paper size: ~ 10\" by 16\""},"estimateMax":800,"lotNumber":"66944","title":{"en":"weinmann - pair of anemone engravigns"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/trillium/source/catalog/auction/51280/lot/25834/view","tags":["usart_printsandmultiples","usart","usart_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"The work is in very good to excellent condition.  The work occasionally exhibits some paint smudging  from the nature of the printing and coloring process.  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'the mezzotint process used [in the present work]... had been invented by johann teyler in the netherlands around 1688. as practised here by bartholomaeus seuter (1678-1754) and johann elias ridinger (1698-1767), it was really a combination of etching and mezzotint, which made possible delicate lines and a very fine grain. the addition of hand-tinting brought about unusual and subtle effects. some of the best work was done in later volumes by johann jakob haid (1704-1767)' (hunt) \n \n \n paper size: ~ 10\" by 16\""},"estimateMax":2000,"lotNumber":"66945","title":{"en":"weinmann - 8 bears-ear or primula engravings"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/trillium/source/catalog/auction/51280/lot/25835/view","tags":["usart_printsandmultiples","usart","usart_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"The work is in very good to excellent condition.  The work occasionally exhibits some paint smudging  from the nature of the printing and coloring process.  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'the mezzotint process used [in the present work]... had been invented by johann teyler in the netherlands around 1688. as practised here by bartholomaeus seuter (1678-1754) and johann elias ridinger (1698-1767), it was really a combination of etching and mezzotint, which made possible delicate lines and a very fine grain. the addition of hand-tinting brought about unusual and subtle effects. some of the best work was done in later volumes by johann jakob haid (1704-1767)' (hunt) \n \n \n paper size: ~ 10\" by 16\""},"estimateMax":800,"lotNumber":"66946","title":{"en":"weinmann - pair of caryophyllus engravings"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/trillium/source/catalog/auction/51280/lot/25836/view","tags":["usart_printsandmultiples","usart","usart_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"The work is in very good to excellent condition.  The work occasionally exhibits some paint smudging  from the nature of the printing and coloring process.  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There is extremey light, mottled toning of the paper.  There may be an occasional mark or toned spot to be expected with age to plates from this work.  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There may be a few minor imperfections or faint marks to be expected with age.  Please review the image carefully for condition and contact us with any questions."},"directSalePrice":100,"soldPrice":750,"lastUpdate":"2026-08-16T05:51:37.428Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"$3,000 - $5,000","details":{"en":"~ 16 1/4\" by 22 1/4\""},"currency":"USD","id":25843,"estimateMin":3000},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25844/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/trillium/cloned-images/25844/002/002.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"this remarkable, one-of-a-kind watercolor is from a collection entitled \n dessins originaux chinois. . the watercolor was done in the 1800s in canton and is mounted to a larger sheet. \n \n the watercolors were clearly completed by very skilled hands. the collection included illustrations of flowers, natural history, customs, punishments, and naval scenes. there appears to have been some indian influence in the style of illustration as well as subjects including a depiction of the mango, native to india. \n \n the work had two bookplates: one from henry rogers broughton and the second from winifred bois. broughton (1900-1973) amassed one of the most important collections of botanical art in the world. winifred bois (1875-1966) collected chinese school watercolors and travelled extensively in the far east. her family held a prominent place among the merchants of ceylon (sri lanka) from the 1860s. \n \n \n paper size: ~ 15 3/4\" by 21\"; image size ~ 12\u201d by 15 3/4\""},"estimateMax":4000,"lotNumber":"66954","title":{"en":"original chinese watercolor of chinese boat or junk"},"url":"https://us.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/trillium/source/catalog/auction/51280/lot/25844/view","tags":["usart_paintings","usart","usart_all"],"conditionReport":{"en":"The work is in very good to excellent condition.  There may be a few minor imperfections or fox marks to be expected with age.  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There may be a few minor imperfections or fox marks to be expected with age.  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There may be some very light toning, marks, smudging, or handling mostly present nearer to the edges.  There may be a few minor imperfections to be expected with age.  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