DESCRIPTION: Here's a chance to get an original color print from Jacob Studer's work "The Birds of North America." Although they have been trimmed, there is plenty of margin to accommodate a mat or frame. Print is set against a pleasing tan background. This is plate: LXIX

The inspiration from this book actually came from the renowned English printer, Benjamin Fawcett, who approached Morris to write the text when Morris became Vicar of Nafferton. 

The desirability of this work and its survival is due to the superb skills and techniques of Fawcett, which are now largely lost. He selected, ground, and mixed his inks with the utmost care. Only heavy paper stock of the finest quality was used, often imported from France. This paper has seen little deterioration and it retains its fine ivory color and sheen. 

It is interesting to note that Morris became an early advocate for conservation and was instrumental in founding the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds. As framers and lovers of antique prints, we've long ago come to the realization that some aging on old prints isn't really a bad thing. It marks the print as authentic and if you're comfortable with it you'll have way more opportunities to collect what you want. Add to your collection or start one now. 

***The photos comprise a part of the description. Please look at them closely***

SHIPPING: There is no additional charge for shipping! Your item will be placed in a protective covering in case the package gets wet. It will be shipped in a sturdy mailing tube or flat packed depending on the fragility of the pages. The manner of packing will be at our discretion. We cannot be responsible for mistakes or delays made by USPS. But, we will be happy to help you in any way that we can.

***WE ONLY SHIP TO US LOWER 48 STATES***

RETURNS: Returns are accepted. Please notify us within 7 days of receipt. You will be refunded 100% on our receipt of the UNDAMAGED print. Prints must be returned in the same condition as received.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS: All vintage and antique prints can be fragile. PLEASE OPEN AND HANDLE WITH CARE.