Antique print of various animals including a tapir, pig, boar, elephant, hippo and others. Most likely originates from and edition of 'Iconographic encyclopaedia of science' by G. Heck. Published circa 1855.
Artists and Engravers: Engraved by Henry Winkles.
Condition: Fair, strong toning. Minor wear and foxing, blank verso. Please study image caerfully. Date: c.1855 Overall size: 28 x 23 cm. Image size: 25 x 19.5 cm.
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