Cyclopsitta Suavissima, Sclater. (Orange-breasted Fig Parrot).
Gould, J. and W. Hart (drawn and lithographed by).
[London]. Printed by Walter. Published between: 1875-- 1888.
Lithograph, handcolored, image size approx 11 x 12 inches on sheet 21 1/2 x 14 1/4 inches, with accompanying text sheet. Light toning to edges; soft circular impressions to sheet (not very noticeable); 3/4 inch indentation to upper left corner, outside image area; scattered tiny dark specks at right side of sheet, some in image area; overall very good condition; image bright. Two colorful little birds perch on a branch. Drawn and lithographed by John Gould and William Hart, printed by Walter. This plate is from Volume V of "The birds of New Guinea and the adjacent Papuan islands: including many new species recently discovered in Australia", published between 1875 and 1888. Item #56828
Price: $850.00