Parus luteus Laurus Carolinensis

Date1731-1743

Maker Mark Catesby (1683 - 1749)

MediumLIne engraving and etching on laid paper with manuscript notations in iron gall ink

DimensionsOverall: 14 × 10 1/2in. (35.6 × 26.7cm)

Credit LineGift of an anonymous donor in honor of Margaret Pritchard

Object number2022-165,8

DescriptionUpper left corner reads: "T. 61"
Along bottom of page: "[manuscript notation ?] Parus &c./ Lingustrum &c./ (manuscript notation) 356"
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.