The Distinguished Black Dutch White-Crested Chicken - Rare 19th Century Poultry

The Regal Silver Polish Chicken A Rare 19th Century Poultry Lithograph This exquisite 19th century chromolithograph features a pair of Silver Polish chickens, an ornamental breed ...

The Elegant Silver Bantam Game Fowl - A Rare 19th Century Poultry Lithograph This beautiful 19th century chromolithograph showcases a group of Silver Bantam Game Fowl, a small but agile breed known for its sharp, refined features and striking plumage. The print, titled Zilverlaken Vechtkrielen, originates from Geïllustreerd Hoenderboek, an Illustrated Poultry Book published in 1888 by Elsevier. Compiled by Julius Volschau and adapted for Dutch readers by Dr. A. C. Oudemans Jzn., this book provided detailed insights into poultry breeding, showcasing both utility and ornamental breeds that were highly valued in the 19th century. Silver Bantam Game Fowl are direct descendants of traditional game birds but selectively bred into a smaller, more compact form while retaining their strength and alert nature. These birds were historically admired for their agility and resilience. The rooster in this lithograph stands proudly atop a small hill, displaying its elegant silver, black, and white plumage. The hens, with their refined body shape and soft silver laced feathering, are actively foraging, adding movement and a sense of realism to the composition. This lithograph was produced using chromolithography, a meticulous 19th century printing process that allowed for vibrant and finely detailed illustrations. The artwork is based on an original drawing by Christian Förster, a renowned animal illustrator of the time. Chromolithographs were made by layering multiple colors, each applied with a separate stone plate, ensuring depth and realism in the final print. The delicate feather detailing and striking contrast in this print highlight the artistry involved in this technique. Condition Summary The print remains in very good condition, with well preserved colors and fine details. Some minor age related toning and light foxing spots are visible, particularly along the edges, which is common in lithographs of this period. The paper remains stable with minimal signs of wear, making this an excellent collectible piece for antique poultry...

The Striking Cuckoo Italian Chicken A Rare 19th Century Poultry Lithograph This exquisite 19th century chromolithograph features a pair of Cuckoo Italian chickens, a breed distinguished by its beautiful barred plumage, elegant body shape, and alert expression. The print, titled Koekoeksvêer Italianen, originates from Geïllustreerd Hoenderboek, an Illustrated Poultry Book published in 1888 by Elsevier. Compiled by Julius Volschau and adapted for Dutch readers by Dr. A. C. Oudemans Jzn., this book provided a comprehensive guide to poultry breeding, showcasing both practical and ornamental breeds that were highly valued in the 19th century. Cuckoo feathering, also known as barring, is a striking pattern where alternating bands of dark and light feathers create a rippling effect across the body. This coloration was favored in many European breeds for its camouflage benefits and visual appeal. The rooster in this lithograph stands with a commanding presence, displaying bold barring throughout its body and tail, while the hen exhibits a more subtle but equally refined version of this striking pattern. Both birds have bright red combs and wattles, providing a dramatic contrast to their cool-toned feathers. This lithograph was created using chromolithography, a sophisticated 19th century printing process that allowed for richly detailed and vibrantly colored illustrations. The artwork is based on an original drawing by Christian Förster, a skilled animal illustrator of the time. Chromolithographs were produced by layering multiple colors, each applied with a separate stone plate, ensuring depth and realism in the final print. The detailed rendering of the barring pattern and subtle shading in this lithograph highlights the craftsmanship involved in this technique. Condition Summary The print remains in very good condition, with well preserved colors and sharp details. Some minor age related toning and light foxing spots are visible, particularly along the edges, which is common in lithographs of this period. The paper remains stable, with minimal signs of wear, making this an excellent collectible piece for antique poultry print...

The Elegant White Italian Chicken A Rare 19th Century Poultry Lithograph This striking 19th century chromolithograph features a pair of White Itali...

The Rooster is an Etching hand colored realized by Gotthilf Heinrich von Schubert - Johann Friedrich Naumann, Illustration from Natural history of birds in pictures, published by Stu...

Powerful early academic animal study by Richard Müller (German, 1874–1954), depicting a strutting rooster rendered with exceptional anatomical precision and expressive force. Execute...

Wood Rooster is an Etching hand colored realized by Gotthilf Heinrich von Schubert - Johann Friedrich Naumann, Illustration from Natural history of birds in pictures, published by St...

A Chicken Family is an original print realized by William French (1815 ca.-1898) in the late 19th century. Black and white lithograph. Original Title: ...