World Map Migratory Patterns of Birds 1851 Heck antique detailed engraving
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World Map Migratory Patterns of Birds 1851 Heck antique detailed engraving Weltkarte zur Uebersicht der Jahrlichen Wanderungen der Hauptsachlichsten Gattungen der Fische und Vogel Issued 1851, New York by G. Heck Engraved by Henry Winkles Fine original antique engraving printed in the mid-19th century, on quality paper which retains its inherent structural flexibility and soundness. An unusual type of depiction unique to the 19th century. In Good+ or better condition, some light age soiling and light wear to sheet which is in no way offensive or visually distracting, a short tear at bottom left which extends a bit into the bird image but is now closed with archival tape on back and easy to overlook [note: we grade very conservatively and always seek to disclose any noteworthy flaws]. The printed area remains visually pleasing, a fine impression of an interesting antique image which will look nice when displayed. Sheet measures c. 9 1/4" H x 11 3/4" W. Printed area measures c. 7 3/4" H x 10" W [25746]Any defects along the sheet edges and in the margins may be seen in the photos. [ note : All old sheets of printed paper possibly have short edge splits. Each sheet has existed for a very long time and has probably been handled repeatedly in the course of it's existence. It has a history unique to it as an object. Most of the
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