Antique Bird Print - William Swaysland - Pochard - Aythya Ferina - F2

"Pochard"

This bird print is from William Swaysland’s ”A History of the Earth and Animated Nature”. The work was published by Wilson & Spence York in London, 1804. 

Oliver Goldsmith was an 18th-century Irish writer, poet, and naturalist. "A History of the Earth and Animated Nature" is one of his significant works, covering a wide range of topics from nature to anthropology. In this work, Goldsmith showcases his extensive knowledge of nature and the animal kingdom, making it a valuable contribution to science and literature of his time. The book received acclaim for its erudition, accessibility, and encyclopedic nature, remaining an important source of knowledge for readers and researchers to this day.

Dimensions

18 cm x 23 cm 

Medium

Lithography

Artist or Maker

William Swaysland

Date

1901