"9 Engravings Of Marine Mammals Of Earl Lacépède"
Nine engravings representing marine mammals such as dolphins, whales, sperm whales, extract works of the Earl of Lacépède (1756-1825) Zoologist and French politician. Friend of Buffon, he publishes many richly illustrated books on animals to democratize their knowledge. These engravings after Oudart are engraved by Delarue and date from the late eighteenth - early nineteenth century. They are framed in matt black lacquered wood frames with a thick ivory passe partout. Good condition, some rednesses, posterior frames. Delivery costs Metropolitan France 30 euro.