Bidspirit auction | 1903 Hawaiian Tropical Fish Chromolithographs

1903 Hawaiian Tropical Fish Chromolithographs - Item/Description: Collection of three colored lithographs after A.H. Baldwin & Kako Morita, from The Honolulu Fish Exhibit, Hawaii, in matching black frames. Each features a colorful tropical fish. Athens Antique Prints label adhered to backings of all three: Original Chromolithograph / 1903 / Museum Matting. Includes Melon butterflyfish, first scientifically described by the naturalist Mungo Park, in 1797. Printed across bottom: Chaetodon Trifasciatus Mungo Park / Natural Size. Julius Bien & Co. Lith. N.Y. / Kako Morita del. The Queen Parrot Fish: Scarus Lauia Jordan & Evermann. Type. / About Three-Fifths Natural Size. A. H. Baldwin ad nat. del. / Julius Bien & Co. Lith. N.Y. and The Pakuikui Achilles Tang Fish: Teuthis Achilles (Shaw) / Natural Size. A. H. Baldwin ad nat. del. / Julius Bien & Co. Lith. N.Y. Material: Paper, Framed Under Glass Dimensions: Image size: Height: 6 5/8”; Width: 9 7/8”. Framed: Height: 12 1/2”; Width: 15 1/2” Condition: Signs of age and wear include discoloration. Frames show wear, chipping, and scratches. Age: 1903 Provenance: Private Estate Shipping: $65 Standard (within Continental US) provided In-House. Shipping method is determined by item size, type, fragility, and specific characteristics. Shipping and handling costs are calculated based on average carrier rates, delivery distance, and packing complexity. PLEASE NOTE: All orders over $500 will require shipping insurance to be paid by the buyer. A fee of $1.50 per $100 of coverage will be added to your shipping and handling cost(s). International Bidders: Please email admin@taurusauctions.com for a shipping quote to your country. Condition Reports: Please see all photos and read entire description before requesting condition reports. Please contact us before bidding if you require additional photos or have any questions regarding condition. Email admin@taurusauctions.com for all condition reports. See all Terms and Conditions prior to bidding.