The Original Watercolor Paintings by John James Audubon for the Birds of America: Collector's Edition Indonesia Canadian Ornithology

Canadian Ornithology

though occasional reports of sightings persist

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The Original Watercolor Paintings by John James Audubon for the Birds of America: Collector's Edition Indonesia Canadian OrnithologyCollector's edition, number 88 of 750 copies. From the library of noted American ornithologist Dean Amadon. Contains approximately 300 prints showcasing the original paintings in the collection of the New York Historical Society that were used by Audubon's engravers for The Birds of America. No text. Housed in a two drawer walnut folio box with brass pulls and plaque, the top of which may be raised for use as a display box. Top has a couple scratches