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Bertuch Insects Wheat Weevil c. 1790s

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Friedrich Justin Bertuch (Germany 1747-1822) Original handcolored engraving of "The Wheat Weevil” from the volume Harmful Insects of Bilderbuch für Kinder (Picture Book for Children) 1790-1830, published by Friedrich Justin Bertuch. French book text on verso. sight: 7 by 8 ¾ inches frame: 15 ¼ by 17 ¼ inches
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 17.25 in (43.82 cm)Width: 15.25 in (38.74 cm)Depth: 0.75 in (1.91 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1790-1799
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1790's
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Some paper toning. Matted with museum grade rag mat. Frame has some chipping and general wear.
  • Seller Location:
    Savannah, GA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU9288244357652

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