A pair of orthonological prints by Vittorio Raineri (1797-1869) after Carlo Antoino Raineri circa 1830

both signed Carlo Antonio Raineri invento e dipinse, Vittorio Raineri incise e colori, within later painted and giltwood frames.

A pair of prints of birds framed in decorative glass decoupage frames. Not examined out of the frame. Each sheet in overall fair condition aside from surface dirt, especially at the edges, and handling creases. Minor light and mat stain. Each sheet has been trimmed; the inscription along the lower edges remains visible. Appear to be in overall good condition; framed and ready to hang.
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