Bidspirit auction | F. O. Morris (1810–1893) –

F. O. Morris (1810–1893) – Set of 2 Bird Eggs – Antique Natural History Chromolithographs – ”Lesser Black-Backed Gull, Herring Gull, Great Black-Backed Gull & Glaucous Gull Eggs” (1862) - This set of two antique chromolithographs presents a finely detailed depiction of the eggs of four gull species: Lesser Black-Backed Gull, Herring Gull, Great Black-Backed Gull, and Glaucous Gull. These works originate from the renowned 19th-century ornithological series by Francis Orpen Morris, a distinguished British naturalist and illustrator known for his meticulous documentation of birds and their eggs.Morris’ natural history illustrations were highly regarded for their scientific accuracy and artistic refinement, providing Victorian-era collectors and scholars with beautifully detailed studies of avian species. Each egg is rendered with subtle variations in color and pattern, emphasizing the delicate characteristics of different bird species.Artist or Maker: F. O. MorrisMedium: Chromolithograph on paperDate: 1862Dimensions: 26 cm × 16 cmCondition Description:This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.