Bank Swallow. Violet-green Swallow (Plate CCCLXXXV) <I>Riparia riparia</I>. <I>Tachycineta thalassina</I> | Christie's

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Lot 385

Bank Swallow. Violet-green Swallow (Plate CCCLXXXV) Riparia riparia. Tachycineta thalassina

Price realised

USD 3,346

Estimate

USD 2,000 - USD 3,000

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Bank Swallow. Violet-green Swallow (Plate CCCLXXXV)
Riparia riparia. Tachycineta thalassina
Hand-colored engraving with aquatint and etching, on J Whatman Turkey Mill 1837, in very fine condition.
Plate: 18 7/8 x 15¾ in. (478 x 398 mm)
Sheet: 39¼ x 26 3/8 in. (997 x 670 mm)
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