D'Orbigny Sea Creature, Shell Prints
Dictionnaire Universel d’Histoire Naturelle 1849

While our images are electronically watermarked, the antique prints themselves are not.

Corallium DSE5B $65
Each print measures approximately 6 1/4 inches wide by 9 1/2 inches long.

We are currently offering a selection of prints from the first edition of Charles D’Orbigny’s Dictionnaire Universel d’Histoire Naturelle published in 1849 by Renard & Martinet, Paris. As keen collectors of such works, we are delighted to obtain this one, considered by many experts to be the finest and best illustrated natural history work of the era. The superb, beautifully hand colored plates are from the leading French artists of the day such as Susemihl, Travier, Oudart and Pretre. There is no text, but the order, genus & species is on each print in Latin & French. References include Nissen ZBI, 4617; Wood 323.

The condition of these prints is excellent. Each print measures approximately 6 1/4 by 9 1/2 inches. There is little or no foxing, on beautiful heavy French paper that varies from creamy to soft white.

We accept credit cards & PayPal. Washington state residents pay Washington state sales tax. Shipping for this item is $8.95. Items can be combined to save on postage. International shipping is $25 for any number of prints and buyers are responsible for all customs duties. Our environment is smoke free. We pack professionally using only new materials. All items are beautifully wrapped and suitable for sending directly as gifts. You may return any item within 7 days if not satisfied. To order, you may call us at 1-888-PANTEEK, or send email to panteek@aol.com

  


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