Description
Eurydice– 19th Century Hand Colored Lithograph ofButterflies
A 19th-century hand-colored lithograph titled “COLIAS.V.” depicting four butterfly specimens identified in the lower margin as“EURYDICE. 1. 2. ♂ . 3. 4. ♀ . ” The sheet bears the printed credit “ Drawn by Mary Peart. ” at lowerleft and “ Bowen & Co Lith. Phil ᵉ ” at lower right. Thecomposition presents four delicately colored butterfly studies against a plainbackground.
Printed on wove paper. The sheet is in fair condition. Itshows toning, handling marks, and stains. Please refer to the photographs forcondition and details.
Details • Medium: Hand-colored lithograph on paper • Draftsman: Mary Peart • Printer: Bowen & Co. Lith. • Title: Eurydice • Series Title: Colias • Plate Number: V • Date: 19th Century • Paper Size: 11.5 × 9 in. • Framing: Unframed • Condition Report: Fair condition; toning; handling marks; stains; unframed
Inscriptions: • Upper center: COLIAS. • Below title: V. • Lower center: EURYDICE. 1. 2. ♂ . 3. 4. ♀ . • Lower left: Drawn by Mary Peart. • Lower right: Bowen & Co Lith. Phil ᵉ
Disclaimer I have conducted thorough research to ensure the accuracy and authenticity ofthis work to the best of my ability. However, it is sold as is, with noguarantees or warranties regarding its provenance or historical attribution.
