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2022-165,4, Print
Frutex Corni folÿs. /Garrulus Carolinesis./ The Chatterer
2022-165,4, Print

Frutex Corni folÿs. /Garrulus Carolinesis./ The Chatterer

Date1731-1743
Maker Mark Catesby (1683 - 1749)
OriginEngland, London
MediumLine engraving and etching on laid paper with manuscript notations in iron gall ink
DimensionsOverall: 10 3/8 × 14in. (26.4 × 35.6cm)
Credit LineGift of an anonymous donor in honor of Margaret Pritchard
Object number2022-165,4
DescriptionUpper right corner: "T. 46"
Bottom of print reads: "Frutex Corni folÿs &c./ MC (cypher)/ (in manuscript) Ampilis./ Farrulus Carolinensis./ The Chatterer."

The verso, notation in manuscript reads: "Ampilis or Carolina Chatterer_"
Label TextThis engraving was part of Mark Catesby’s publication ‘Natural History of Carolina, Florida, and the Bahama Islands” which was published between 1731-43. Unlike prints that were published as part of that work, this print is trimmed and uncolored. It is part of a set of prints that are annotated with handwritten notes in naturalist George Edwards’ hand. Edwards was Catesby's protégé and collaborator on the project.