
Antique Ipswich and Grasshopper Sparrow Print - Birds of New York
This is a vivid print of a Henslow's Sparrow, Leconte's Sparrow, Ipswich Sparrow, Sharp-Tailed Sparrow, Grasshopper Sparrow, Savannah Sparrow, Seaside Sparrow, Acadian Sharp-Tailed Sparrow, and Nelson's Sparrow. The illustration was done by famed ornithologist and artist Louis Agassiz Fuertes (1874-1927). It ships in a protective sleeve with acid free backing board. Dimensions: 12 inches tall and 9 inches wide.Condition: Very good antique condition. This is an original antique print — NOT a reproduction or contemporary printing of an antique original.This art print was originally released in 1915 as part of a collection published by The University of the State of New York State Museum. Due to the popularity of the series, the collection was reprinted a few times between 1915 and 1930, each set compiled in a dated folio.Below is the description of the collection from the original portfolio:"This series of 106 plates are reprints from the plates used in the work entitled 'Birds of New