Red-backed shrike by Nozeman & Houttuyn. 1770-1829
This work, a testament to the dedication of Nozeman and Houttuyn, spanned nearly sixty years. Nozeman, the visionary behind this endeavour, curated a cabinet of animals and delved into the world of native birds, their nests, habitats, and eggs. The book's pages are adorned with numerous plates depicting the birds alongside their eggs. Following Nozeman's passing, Houttuyn stepped in to continue the editing. Upon Houttuyn's demise in 1798, the publishers likely carried on the work, possibly with C.J. Temminck, who contributed many descriptions.
Each volume contains fifty hand-coloured copperplates; according to the first two volumes, the drawings are due to N. Muis, whereas W. Hendriks is mentioned in the fourth volume.
The complete set of five volumes, a treasure trove of avian knowledge, commanded a hefty price of fl.525.00. This staggering sum solidifies its status as the most expensive book available for sale in the Netherlands during that period, a testament to its rarity and value.
Lanius Collyrio.
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Red-backed shrike by Nozeman & Houttuyn.
Title: Lanius Collyrio.
Date: 1770-1829.
Copper engraving, printed on paper.
Image (plate) size: 420 x 280mm (16.54 x 11.02 inches).
Sheet size: 525 x 365mm (20.67 x 14.37 inches).
Verso: Blank.
Condition: Original coloured, excellent.
Condition Rating: A+.
From: Nozeman Cornelius & Houttuyn M. Nederlandsche vogelen; volgens hunne huishoudinge, aert en eigenschappen. Amsterdam, Jan Christ. Sepp, 1770-1829. 5 vol. with 250 hand-coloured engraved plates.
This work, a testament to the dedication of Nozeman and Houttuyn, spanned nearly sixty years. Nozeman, the visionary behind this endeavour, curated a cabinet of animals and delved into the world of native birds, their nests, habitats, and eggs. The book's pages are adorned with numerous plates depicting the birds alongside their eggs. Following Nozeman's passing, Houttuyn stepped in to continue the editing. Upon Houttuyn's demise in 1798, the publishers likely carried on the work, possibly with C.J. Temminck, who contributed many descriptions.
Each volume contains fifty hand-coloured copperplates; according to the first two volumes, the drawings are due to N. Muis, whereas W. Hendriks is mentioned in the fourth volume.
The complete set of five volumes, a treasure trove of avian knowledge, commanded a hefty price of fl.525.00. This staggering sum solidifies its status as the most expensive book available for sale in the Netherlands during that period, a testament to its rarity and value.