Antique print depicting various passerine birds and insects. This print originates from volume 8 of Encyclopaedia Britannica' by Andrew Bell.
Artists and Engravers: Andrew Bell (1726–1809) was a Scottish engraver and printer, who co-founded Encyclopædia Britannica with Colin Macfarquhar.
Condition: Fair/good, general age-related toning. Shows minor wear/creasing, blank verso. Please study image carefully. Date: 1797 Overall size: 20 x 26 cm. Image size: 18 x 22 cm.
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