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Mark Catesby's Natural History of America: The Watercolors from the Royal Library Windsor Castle,New
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From the 1997 exhibition from the collection of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, which brought, for the first time, the original watercolors from which Catesby prepared the etchings which accompanied the published volumes of his expeditions to the southern colonies of North America from 1712 to 1719, and again from 1722 to 1726. Also included are works produced by Catesby after his final return to England, along with a number of drawings by his London colleagues. The originals were stored away since their purchase by George III in 1768, keeping them wonderfully fresh. A beautiful look at the flora and fauna of the eastern seaboard of North America, some of which are extinct. With the book plate and pencil signature of Gavin Bridson. 160 pages. cloth, dust jacket. 4to..
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- Q: What is the main subject of Mark Catesby's Natural History of America? A: The book focuses on the flora and fauna of the eastern seaboard of North America, showcasing the natural history documented by English naturalist Mark Catesby.
- Q: Who is the author of this edition? A: This edition is authored by Henrietta McBurney.
- Q: What type of illustrations are included in the book? A: The book includes original watercolors created by Mark Catesby, which were used to prepare accompanying etchings in his published volumes.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is classified as 'New' and is described as a used book in good condition.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 160 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is bound in hardcover.
- Q: When was this edition published? A: This edition was published on June 1, 1999.
- Q: What is the significance of Catesby's work? A: Catesby's work is significant as it was the first comprehensive study of North American flora and fauna and serves as an important reference for naturalists.
- Q: Are there any exhibitions related to this book? A: Yes, selections of the watercolors have been exhibited at several international venues following their conservation at the Royal Library.
- Q: What insights does Henrietta McBurney provide about Catesby? A: Henrietta McBurney's research offers valuable new insights into Catesby's methods and the context of his groundbreaking natural history work.