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Print 2018-269,9
1. LE GERFAUT. 2. LA HARPAYE.
Print 2018-269,9

1. LE GERFAUT. 2. LA HARPAYE.

Date1799
Designer Jacques Barraband (1767 - 1809)
Engraver Jean Baptiste Bigant
After work by Comte de Buffon
MediumLine and stipple engraving à la poupée
DimensionsOH: 7" x OW: 4 3/4"
Credit LineGift of Barnett Shepherd
Object number2018-269,20
DescriptionUpper margin reads: Pl. XVI./ T. 38. P. 264."
Lower margin reads: "Barraband del./ Bigant S./ 1. LE GERFAUT./ 2. LA HARPAYE."
Label TextThis engraving is from a miniaturized later edition of Buffon’s monumental series “Histoire Naturelle Generale et Particulaire” which was originally published between 1749–1788 and comprised in 36 volumes. This print, published after the French Revolution is a testament to the longevity of Buffon’s work, which was one of the most important compilations of animals and birds of the 18th century. Additionally, this plate is a fine example of the technique of color engraving using the à la poupée.