A Natural History of British Moths antique moth print - Hand-colored lithograph from 1872 - Illustrated by Alexander Francis Lydon
This is an original antique hand-colored lithograph from A Natural History of British Moths, written by Francis Orpen Morris and exquisitely illustrated by Alexander Francis Lydon. Published in 1872 by Groombridge and Sons, this print comes from the First Edition of one of the most charming and collectible Victorian-era works on British lepidoptera.
Print Details:
Original hand-colored lithograph (not a reproduction)
Publication: A Natural History of British Moths (First Edition, 1872)
Author: Francis Orpen Morris
Illustrator: Alexander Francis Lydon
Printer: Benjamin Fawcett
Publisher: Groombridge and Sons, London
Print size: Approximately 6 1/8 x 9 3/4 inches
Paper: Blank on reverse; natural binding edge may be present
Only one available
Carefully packaged in an archival sleeve with archival board
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A Natural History of British Moths is one of the most beloved Victorian natural history publications devoted to insects. Francis Orpen Morris aimed to make natural science accessible and visually engaging, while Alexander Francis Lydon?s finely detailed illustrations?printed and hand-colored by the renowned Benjamin Fawcett?bring remarkable life and accuracy to each species. Today, these moth engravings are highly sought after by collectors of entomology, natural history art, and 19th-century illustration.
Each antique print arrives with an archival acid-free 2-ply board and in a poly sleeve suitable for long-term storage.
Please refer to the photos for the exact condition of the print. As this artwork is over 150 years old, it is in good antique condition. The colors remain vibrant and stable. The paper is medium weight, strong, and not brittle. The reverse side is blank. This is a full, untrimmed page; the binding edge is naturally uneven. Detailed photos are included to show condition clearly.
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