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Saverio Manetti, Lorenzo Lorenzi, Violanti Vanni

Storia dei Gufi: Six Owls

1776

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Description

Saverio Manetti (Italian, 1723–1785) with Lorenzo Lorenzi (Italian) and Violanti Vanni (Italian, 1732–1776).

  • Sold as a set of 6.
  • Hand-colored etchings, with engraving in original color.
  • Strong, fresh color and full margins.
  • Lorenzo Lorenzi and Violante Vanni were the artists, engravers and colorists for the work; Manetti was responsible for the text, nomenclature of species and arranging the patrons and distribution of the work.
  • Storia degli Uccelli was said to be one of the finest bird books issued at that time and one of the most sumptuous publications of the 18th century in Italy.
  • Published by Giuseppe Vanni, Florence.
  • Framed and glazed.

Condition Report

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Very good condition with strong, fresh color.

Not examined out of frame.

Wear consistent with age and use.

Dimensions

Height: 19.69 inches / 50 cm
Width: 16.93 inches / 43 cm

Materials

Gilt Wood, Paper, Glass

Decorative Style

Traditional Style

Country of Origin

Italy

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