Winter British and Continental Premier Sale | February 24, 2026
Tue, Feb 24, 2026 10:00AM EST
Live Auction
Lot 138
Francois-Nicolas Martinet, Eleven Ornithological Engravings
Estimate: $1,000 - $1,500
Sold for
$8,500
Sold Price excludes BP
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
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| $0 | $25 |
| $100 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
(French, 1731-1790)
Plates 11, 12, 13, 14A, 31, 32, 34, 39, 40, 41, 45 from Mathurin-Jacques Brisson (1723-1806), Ornithologia, sive, Synopsis methodica sistens avium divisionem in ordines, sectiones, genera, species, ipsarumque varietates, 1760, hand-colored engravings and etchings on laid paper, largest sheet 9-3/4 x 14-7/8 in.; fine matching Florentine wood veneer frames, wood veneer sight liners, French mats, largest 19-3/4 x 23-5/8 x 1-1/8 in.
Provenance: Private Collection, Savannah, Georgia
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Private Collection, Savannah, Georgia
toning, central folds, some foxing, stains, points of corrosion, one examined out of frame with archival tape reinforcement on folds, mounted with masking tape verso mat at four edgesï¼› frames with some scarring Note - Brunk Auctions makes every effort to offer accurate and thorough information, but encourages prospective bidders to inspect items in person whenever possible. Condition statements are provided as a courtesy for general guidance and should not be considered complete or definitive. They do not represent a warranty or assumption of liability by Brunk Auctions. Certain condition issues may not be specifically noted in the report but may be visible in the accompanying photographs, which are considered part of the overall condition report. Please refer to our Terms of Sale for complete information and contact us for additional photos or information as needed.
