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BIRD ILLUSTRATION LITHOGRAPH BY WILLIAM MATTHEW HART - A hand colored lithograph on paper illustration of birds of paradise by William Matthew Hart for Richard Bowdler Sharps monumental monograph, A Monograph of the Paradiseidae, or Birds of Paradise, and Ptilonorhynchidae, or Bower birds, published in 1891 to 98. The illustration depicts two birds: a male top with bright blue green plumage on the chest, and a brown female bottom, perched on the branch of a fig tree against a background of tropical palm trees. Printed by Mintern Brothers. Marked and inscribed in the print in the lower margin. Antique Graphic Art Prints, Ornithology, and Collectibles. Dimensions 22 x 15 in. All measurements are approximate Condition Overall good vintage condition. Signs of age and wear. Refer to photos. Sold As Is.