Five Antique c1800 Hand Colored Primate Engravings Kearsley London Heath Sculp. For Sale

Offered is a beautifully presented matched set of five antique hand-colored primate engravings, published in London by G. Kearsley around 1800, during the period of George Shaw\'s celebrated General Zoology.

The collection includes multiple engravings signed \"Heath sculp.\" (James Heath) together with one signed \"Smith sculp.\", reflecting the collaborative engraving practices used for important British natural history publications of the period.

The subjects include a variety of monkeys and other primates, including examples captioned:

• Long-Armed Ape
• Loris
• Additional Old World monkeys and primates

Each engraving is presented in a matching custom frame featuring:

• Dark stained wood frame
• Gold inner liner
• Decorative leopard-pattern fabric liner
• Textured inner mat

The coordinated presentation creates an impressive library, study, safari, or British Colonial display while preserving the historical character of the engravings.

These have remained together as a set for many years and are offered together accordingly.

Overall framed size:

19\" x 16\"

Visible image:

Approximately 7\" x 5\"

• Published by G. Kearsley, London
• Four engravings signed \"Heath sculp.\"
• One engraving signed \"Smith sculp.\"
• Original hand-colored copperplate engravings
• Circa 1800

Pre-owned antique engravings in vintage custom frames.

This listing is for a matched set of five early 19th-century hand-colored natural history engravings depicting various primates. The engravings remain in their long-time custom frames and have not been removed for inspection to avoid disturbing or potentially damaging them.

The frames display well overall but show expected age-related wear, including scattered finish wear and minor imperfections. A couple of the engravings have shifted slightly within the mat openings over the years. Please review all photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the description.

• Antique condition consistent with age.
• Light age toning as expected.
• Frames display attractively but exhibit scattered cosmetic wear.
• Two engravings have shifted slightly within the mats.
• Frames have not been opened by me in order to preserve their long-standing presentation.
• Please examine photographs carefully before purchasing.

While individual early natural history engravings appear on the market from time to time, it is becoming increasingly difficult to find matching groups that have remained together.

This coordinated collection offers exceptional decorative impact while retaining the historical appeal of early British natural history illustration.

Perfect for:

• Library
• Study
• Office
• Safari décor
• British Colonial interior
• Curiosity cabinet
• Natural history collection
• Primate enthusiast

Carefully packed and fully insured for shipment.