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copperplate engraver, b. 1725 - d. 1804

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  • Martinet & Buffon - 4 Frogmouth Engravings
    Aug. 22, 2026

    Martinet & Buffon - 4 Frogmouth Engravings

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    This originally hand-colored engraving is from Georges-Louis Leclerc de Buffon & Francois-Nicolas Martinet's work entitled "Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux". It was published in Paris by Imprimerie Royale between 1770 and 1786. It was considered one of the most important and beautiful works on birds of the 18th century. Each plate from the work features a delicate yellow border, which many believe led to the development of French matting. They are engraved on fine chain-linked, watermarked paper. Buffon's work became one of the most informative sources as far as the visual appearance of animals, and was highly understandable for a wide audience. Buffon described his work and love for natural history by stating that, "Natural history embraces all the objects the universe presents to us. This prodigious multitude of quadrupeds, birds, fish, insects, plants, minerals, etc., offers to the curiosity of the human mind a vast spectacle, of which the whole is so great that the details are inexhaustible." The bird engravings are from François-Nicolas Martinet. Martinet (1731-1800) was a prominent ornithological artist of the 1700s. He work closely with Count Georges-Louis Leclerc du Buffon on "Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux". Martinet also created work for Marmontel, Voltaire, and Philidor.

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  • Martinet & Buffon - 6 Bird of Prey Engravings
    Aug. 22, 2026

    Martinet & Buffon - 6 Bird of Prey Engravings

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    This originally hand-colored engraving is from Georges-Louis Leclerc de Buffon & Francois-Nicolas Martinet's work entitled "Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux". It was published in Paris by Imprimerie Royale between 1770 and 1786. It was considered one of the most important and beautiful works on birds of the 18th century. Each plate from the work features a delicate yellow border, which many believe led to the development of French matting. They are engraved on fine chain-linked, watermarked paper. Buffon's work became one of the most informative sources as far as the visual appearance of animals, and was highly understandable for a wide audience. Buffon described his work and love for natural history by stating that, "Natural history embraces all the objects the universe presents to us. This prodigious multitude of quadrupeds, birds, fish, insects, plants, minerals, etc., offers to the curiosity of the human mind a vast spectacle, of which the whole is so great that the details are inexhaustible." The bird engravings are from François-Nicolas Martinet. Martinet (1731-1800) was a prominent ornithological artist of the 1700s. He work closely with Count Georges-Louis Leclerc du Buffon on "Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux". Martinet also created work for Marmontel, Voltaire, and Philidor.

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  • Martinet & Buffon - 6 Duck Engravings
    Aug. 22, 2026

    Martinet & Buffon - 6 Duck Engravings

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    This originally hand-colored engraving is from Georges-Louis Leclerc de Buffon & Francois-Nicolas Martinet's work entitled "Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux". It was published in Paris by Imprimerie Royale between 1770 and 1786. It was considered one of the most important and beautiful works on birds of the 18th century. Each plate from the work features a delicate yellow border, which many believe led to the development of French matting. They are engraved on fine chain-linked, watermarked paper. Buffon's work became one of the most informative sources as far as the visual appearance of animals, and was highly understandable for a wide audience. Buffon described his work and love for natural history by stating that, "Natural history embraces all the objects the universe presents to us. This prodigious multitude of quadrupeds, birds, fish, insects, plants, minerals, etc., offers to the curiosity of the human mind a vast spectacle, of which the whole is so great that the details are inexhaustible." The bird engravings are from François-Nicolas Martinet. Martinet (1731-1800) was a prominent ornithological artist of the 1700s. He work closely with Count Georges-Louis Leclerc du Buffon on "Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux". Martinet also created work for Marmontel, Voltaire, and Philidor.

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  • Martinet & Buffon - 4 Duck Engravings
    Aug. 15, 2026

    Martinet & Buffon - 4 Duck Engravings

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    This originally hand-colored engraving is from Georges-Louis Leclerc de Buffon & Francois-Nicolas Martinet's work entitled "Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux". It was published in Paris by Imprimerie Royale between 1770 and 1786. It was considered one of the most important and beautiful works on birds of the 18th century. Each plate from the work features a delicate yellow border, which many believe led to the development of French matting. They are engraved on fine chain-linked, watermarked paper. Buffon's work became one of the most informative sources as far as the visual appearance of animals, and was highly understandable for a wide audience. Buffon described his work and love for natural history by stating that, "Natural history embraces all the objects the universe presents to us. This prodigious multitude of quadrupeds, birds, fish, insects, plants, minerals, etc., offers to the curiosity of the human mind a vast spectacle, of which the whole is so great that the details are inexhaustible." The bird engravings are from François-Nicolas Martinet. Martinet (1731-1800) was a prominent ornithological artist of the 1700s. He work closely with Count Georges-Louis Leclerc du Buffon on "Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux". Martinet also created work for Marmontel, Voltaire, and Philidor.

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  • Martinet & Buffon - 6 Grebe & Oystercatcher Engravings
    Aug. 15, 2026

    Martinet & Buffon - 6 Grebe & Oystercatcher Engravings

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    This originally hand-colored engraving is from Georges-Louis Leclerc de Buffon & Francois-Nicolas Martinet's work entitled "Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux". It was published in Paris by Imprimerie Royale between 1770 and 1786. It was considered one of the most important and beautiful works on birds of the 18th century. Each plate from the work features a delicate yellow border, which many believe led to the development of French matting. They are engraved on fine chain-linked, watermarked paper. Buffon's work became one of the most informative sources as far as the visual appearance of animals, and was highly understandable for a wide audience. Buffon described his work and love for natural history by stating that, "Natural history embraces all the objects the universe presents to us. This prodigious multitude of quadrupeds, birds, fish, insects, plants, minerals, etc., offers to the curiosity of the human mind a vast spectacle, of which the whole is so great that the details are inexhaustible." The bird engravings are from François-Nicolas Martinet. Martinet (1731-1800) was a prominent ornithological artist of the 1700s. He work closely with Count Georges-Louis Leclerc du Buffon on "Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux". Martinet also created work for Marmontel, Voltaire, and Philidor.

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  • Martinet & Buffon - 6 Pigeon or Dove Engravings
    Aug. 15, 2026

    Martinet & Buffon - 6 Pigeon or Dove Engravings

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    This originally hand-colored engraving is from Georges-Louis Leclerc de Buffon & Francois-Nicolas Martinet's work entitled "Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux". It was published in Paris by Imprimerie Royale between 1770 and 1786. It was considered one of the most important and beautiful works on birds of the 18th century. Each plate from the work features a delicate yellow border, which many believe led to the development of French matting. They are engraved on fine chain-linked, watermarked paper. Buffon's work became one of the most informative sources as far as the visual appearance of animals, and was highly understandable for a wide audience. Buffon described his work and love for natural history by stating that, "Natural history embraces all the objects the universe presents to us. This prodigious multitude of quadrupeds, birds, fish, insects, plants, minerals, etc., offers to the curiosity of the human mind a vast spectacle, of which the whole is so great that the details are inexhaustible." The bird engravings are from François-Nicolas Martinet. Martinet (1731-1800) was a prominent ornithological artist of the 1700s. He work closely with Count Georges-Louis Leclerc du Buffon on "Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux". Martinet also created work for Marmontel, Voltaire, and Philidor.

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  • Martinet & Buffon - 5 Bird Engravings
    Aug. 15, 2026

    Martinet & Buffon - 5 Bird Engravings

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    This originally hand-colored engraving is from Georges-Louis Leclerc de Buffon & Francois-Nicolas Martinet's work entitled "Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux". It was published in Paris by Imprimerie Royale between 1770 and 1786. It was considered one of the most important and beautiful works on birds of the 18th century. Each plate from the work features a delicate yellow border, which many believe led to the development of French matting. They are engraved on fine chain-linked, watermarked paper. Buffon's work became one of the most informative sources as far as the visual appearance of animals, and was highly understandable for a wide audience. Buffon described his work and love for natural history by stating that, "Natural history embraces all the objects the universe presents to us. This prodigious multitude of quadrupeds, birds, fish, insects, plants, minerals, etc., offers to the curiosity of the human mind a vast spectacle, of which the whole is so great that the details are inexhaustible." The bird engravings are from François-Nicolas Martinet. Martinet (1731-1800) was a prominent ornithological artist of the 1700s. He work closely with Count Georges-Louis Leclerc du Buffon on "Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux". Martinet also created work for Marmontel, Voltaire, and Philidor.

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  • Martinet & Buffon - 4 Bird Engravings
    Aug. 15, 2026

    Martinet & Buffon - 4 Bird Engravings

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    This originally hand-colored engraving is from Georges-Louis Leclerc de Buffon & Francois-Nicolas Martinet's work entitled "Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux". It was published in Paris by Imprimerie Royale between 1770 and 1786. It was considered one of the most important and beautiful works on birds of the 18th century. Each plate from the work features a delicate yellow border, which many believe led to the development of French matting. They are engraved on fine chain-linked, watermarked paper. Buffon's work became one of the most informative sources as far as the visual appearance of animals, and was highly understandable for a wide audience. Buffon described his work and love for natural history by stating that, "Natural history embraces all the objects the universe presents to us. This prodigious multitude of quadrupeds, birds, fish, insects, plants, minerals, etc., offers to the curiosity of the human mind a vast spectacle, of which the whole is so great that the details are inexhaustible." The bird engravings are from François-Nicolas Martinet. Martinet (1731-1800) was a prominent ornithological artist of the 1700s. He work closely with Count Georges-Louis Leclerc du Buffon on "Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux". Martinet also created work for Marmontel, Voltaire, and Philidor.

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  • Martinet & Buffon - 6 Bird of Prey Engraving
    Aug. 08, 2026

    Martinet & Buffon - 6 Bird of Prey Engraving

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    This originally hand-colored engraving is from Georges-Louis Leclerc de Buffon & Francois-Nicolas Martinet's work entitled "Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux". It was published in Paris by Imprimerie Royale between 1770 and 1786. It was considered one of the most important and beautiful works on birds of the 18th century. Each plate from the work features a delicate yellow border, which many believe led to the development of French matting. They are engraved on fine chain-linked, watermarked paper. Buffon's work became one of the most informative sources as far as the visual appearance of animals, and was highly understandable for a wide audience. Buffon described his work and love for natural history by stating that, "Natural history embraces all the objects the universe presents to us. This prodigious multitude of quadrupeds, birds, fish, insects, plants, minerals, etc., offers to the curiosity of the human mind a vast spectacle, of which the whole is so great that the details are inexhaustible." The bird engravings are from François-Nicolas Martinet. Martinet (1731-1800) was a prominent ornithological artist of the 1700s. He work closely with Count Georges-Louis Leclerc du Buffon on "Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux". Martinet also created work for Marmontel, Voltaire, and Philidor.

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  • Martinet & Buffon - Pair of Eagle Engravings
    Jun. 27, 2026

    Martinet & Buffon - Pair of Eagle Engravings

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    This originally hand-colored engraving is from Georges-Louis Leclerc de Buffon & Francois-Nicolas Martinet's work entitled "Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux". It was published in Paris by Imprimerie Royale between 1770 and 1786. It was considered one of the most important and beautiful works on birds of the 18th century. Each plate from the work features a delicate yellow border, which many believe led to the development of French matting. They are engraved on fine chain-linked, watermarked paper. Buffon's work became one of the most informative sources as far as the visual appearance of animals, and was highly understandable for a wide audience. Buffon described his work and love for natural history by stating that, "Natural history embraces all the objects the universe presents to us. This prodigious multitude of quadrupeds, birds, fish, insects, plants, minerals, etc., offers to the curiosity of the human mind a vast spectacle, of which the whole is so great that the details are inexhaustible." The bird engravings are from François-Nicolas Martinet. Martinet (1731-1800) was a prominent ornithological artist of the 1700s. He work closely with Count Georges-Louis Leclerc du Buffon on "Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux". Martinet also created work for Marmontel, Voltaire, and Philidor.

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  • Martinet & Buffon - 4 Bird of Prey Engravings (Goshawk)
    Jun. 27, 2026

    Martinet & Buffon - 4 Bird of Prey Engravings (Goshawk)

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    This originally hand-colored engraving is from Georges-Louis Leclerc de Buffon & Francois-Nicolas Martinet's work entitled "Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux". It was published in Paris by Imprimerie Royale between 1770 and 1786. It was considered one of the most important and beautiful works on birds of the 18th century. Each plate from the work features a delicate yellow border, which many believe led to the development of French matting. They are engraved on fine chain-linked, watermarked paper. Buffon's work became one of the most informative sources as far as the visual appearance of animals, and was highly understandable for a wide audience. Buffon described his work and love for natural history by stating that, "Natural history embraces all the objects the universe presents to us. This prodigious multitude of quadrupeds, birds, fish, insects, plants, minerals, etc., offers to the curiosity of the human mind a vast spectacle, of which the whole is so great that the details are inexhaustible." The bird engravings are from François-Nicolas Martinet. Martinet (1731-1800) was a prominent ornithological artist of the 1700s. He work closely with Count Georges-Louis Leclerc du Buffon on "Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux". Martinet also created work for Marmontel, Voltaire, and Philidor.

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  • Martinet & Buffon - 4 Duck Engravings
    Jun. 27, 2026

    Martinet & Buffon - 4 Duck Engravings

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    This originally hand-colored engraving is from Georges-Louis Leclerc de Buffon & Francois-Nicolas Martinet's work entitled "Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux". It was published in Paris by Imprimerie Royale between 1770 and 1786. It was considered one of the most important and beautiful works on birds of the 18th century. Each plate from the work features a delicate yellow border, which many believe led to the development of French matting. They are engraved on fine chain-linked, watermarked paper. Buffon's work became one of the most informative sources as far as the visual appearance of animals, and was highly understandable for a wide audience. Buffon described his work and love for natural history by stating that, "Natural history embraces all the objects the universe presents to us. This prodigious multitude of quadrupeds, birds, fish, insects, plants, minerals, etc., offers to the curiosity of the human mind a vast spectacle, of which the whole is so great that the details are inexhaustible." The bird engravings are from François-Nicolas Martinet. Martinet (1731-1800) was a prominent ornithological artist of the 1700s. He work closely with Count Georges-Louis Leclerc du Buffon on "Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux". Martinet also created work for Marmontel, Voltaire, and Philidor.

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  • Francois Nicolas Martinet (1725-1804): Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux: Twenty Plates
    Jun. 25, 2026

    Francois Nicolas Martinet (1725-1804): Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux: Twenty Plates

    Est: $1,000 - $1,500

    Twenty engravings with hand-coloring on laid paper. All 9 3/4 x 8 in. (plate), 12 3/4 x 10 in. (frame).

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  • Martinet & Buffon - Kingfisher. 715
    Jun. 20, 2026

    Martinet & Buffon - Kingfisher. 715

    Est: $300 - $600

    This originally hand-colored engraving is from Georges-Louis Leclerc de Buffon & Francois-Nicolas Martinet's work entitled "Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux". It was published in Paris by Imprimerie Royale between 1770 and 1786. It was considered one of the most important and beautiful works on birds of the 18th century. Each plate from the work features a delicate yellow border, which many believe led to the development of French matting. They are engraved on fine chain-linked, watermarked paper. Buffon's work became one of the most informative sources as far as the visual appearance of animals, and was highly understandable for a wide audience. Buffon described his work and love for natural history by stating that, "Natural history embraces all the objects the universe presents to us. This prodigious multitude of quadrupeds, birds, fish, insects, plants, minerals, etc., offers to the curiosity of the human mind a vast spectacle, of which the whole is so great that the details are inexhaustible." The bird engravings are from François-Nicolas Martinet. Martinet (1731-1800) was a prominent ornithological artist of the 1700s. He work closely with Count Georges-Louis Leclerc du Buffon on "Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux". Martinet also created work for Marmontel, Voltaire, and Philidor.

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  • Martinet & Buffon - Ivory-billed Woodpecker. 690
    Jun. 20, 2026

    Martinet & Buffon - Ivory-billed Woodpecker. 690

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    This originally hand-colored engraving is from Georges-Louis Leclerc de Buffon & Francois-Nicolas Martinet's work entitled "Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux". It was published in Paris by Imprimerie Royale between 1770 and 1786. It was considered one of the most important and beautiful works on birds of the 18th century. Each plate from the work features a delicate yellow border, which many believe led to the development of French matting. They are engraved on fine chain-linked, watermarked paper. Buffon's work became one of the most informative sources as far as the visual appearance of animals, and was highly understandable for a wide audience. Buffon described his work and love for natural history by stating that, "Natural history embraces all the objects the universe presents to us. This prodigious multitude of quadrupeds, birds, fish, insects, plants, minerals, etc., offers to the curiosity of the human mind a vast spectacle, of which the whole is so great that the details are inexhaustible." The bird engravings are from François-Nicolas Martinet. Martinet (1731-1800) was a prominent ornithological artist of the 1700s. He work closely with Count Georges-Louis Leclerc du Buffon on "Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux". Martinet also created work for Marmontel, Voltaire, and Philidor.

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  • Martinet & Buffon - 3 Parrot Engravings
    Jun. 20, 2026

    Martinet & Buffon - 3 Parrot Engravings

    Est: $800 - $1,600

    This originally hand-colored engraving is from Georges-Louis Leclerc de Buffon & Francois-Nicolas Martinet's work entitled "Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux". It was published in Paris by Imprimerie Royale between 1770 and 1786. It was considered one of the most important and beautiful works on birds of the 18th century. Each plate from the work features a delicate yellow border, which many believe led to the development of French matting. They are engraved on fine chain-linked, watermarked paper. Buffon's work became one of the most informative sources as far as the visual appearance of animals, and was highly understandable for a wide audience. Buffon described his work and love for natural history by stating that, "Natural history embraces all the objects the universe presents to us. This prodigious multitude of quadrupeds, birds, fish, insects, plants, minerals, etc., offers to the curiosity of the human mind a vast spectacle, of which the whole is so great that the details are inexhaustible." The bird engravings are from François-Nicolas Martinet. Martinet (1731-1800) was a prominent ornithological artist of the 1700s. He work closely with Count Georges-Louis Leclerc du Buffon on "Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux". Martinet also created work for Marmontel, Voltaire, and Philidor.

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  • Martinet & Buffon - 4 Woodpecker Engravings
    Jun. 20, 2026

    Martinet & Buffon - 4 Woodpecker Engravings

    Est: $800 - $1,600

    This originally hand-colored engraving is from Georges-Louis Leclerc de Buffon & Francois-Nicolas Martinet's work entitled "Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux". It was published in Paris by Imprimerie Royale between 1770 and 1786. It was considered one of the most important and beautiful works on birds of the 18th century. Each plate from the work features a delicate yellow border, which many believe led to the development of French matting. They are engraved on fine chain-linked, watermarked paper. Buffon's work became one of the most informative sources as far as the visual appearance of animals, and was highly understandable for a wide audience. Buffon described his work and love for natural history by stating that, "Natural history embraces all the objects the universe presents to us. This prodigious multitude of quadrupeds, birds, fish, insects, plants, minerals, etc., offers to the curiosity of the human mind a vast spectacle, of which the whole is so great that the details are inexhaustible." The bird engravings are from François-Nicolas Martinet. Martinet (1731-1800) was a prominent ornithological artist of the 1700s. He work closely with Count Georges-Louis Leclerc du Buffon on "Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux". Martinet also created work for Marmontel, Voltaire, and Philidor.

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  • Martinet & Buffon - Pair of Hummingbird or Colibri Engravings
    Jun. 20, 2026

    Martinet & Buffon - Pair of Hummingbird or Colibri Engravings

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    This originally hand-colored engraving is from Georges-Louis Leclerc de Buffon & Francois-Nicolas Martinet's work entitled "Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux". It was published in Paris by Imprimerie Royale between 1770 and 1786. It was considered one of the most important and beautiful works on birds of the 18th century. Each plate from the work features a delicate yellow border, which many believe led to the development of French matting. They are engraved on fine chain-linked, watermarked paper. Buffon's work became one of the most informative sources as far as the visual appearance of animals, and was highly understandable for a wide audience. Buffon described his work and love for natural history by stating that, "Natural history embraces all the objects the universe presents to us. This prodigious multitude of quadrupeds, birds, fish, insects, plants, minerals, etc., offers to the curiosity of the human mind a vast spectacle, of which the whole is so great that the details are inexhaustible." The bird engravings are from François-Nicolas Martinet. Martinet (1731-1800) was a prominent ornithological artist of the 1700s. He work closely with Count Georges-Louis Leclerc du Buffon on "Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux". Martinet also created work for Marmontel, Voltaire, and Philidor.

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  • Martinet & Buffon - Peacock. 433
    Jun. 13, 2026

    Martinet & Buffon - Peacock. 433

    Est: $600 - $1,200

    This originally hand-colored engraving is from Georges-Louis Leclerc de Buffon & Francois-Nicolas Martinet's work entitled "Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux". It was published in Paris by Imprimerie Royale between 1770 and 1786. It was considered one of the most important and beautiful works on birds of the 18th century. Each plate from the work features a delicate yellow border, which many believe led to the development of French matting. They are engraved on fine chain-linked, watermarked paper. Buffon's work became one of the most informative sources as far as the visual appearance of animals, and was highly understandable for a wide audience. Buffon described his work and love for natural history by stating that, "Natural history embraces all the objects the universe presents to us. This prodigious multitude of quadrupeds, birds, fish, insects, plants, minerals, etc., offers to the curiosity of the human mind a vast spectacle, of which the whole is so great that the details are inexhaustible." The bird engravings are from François-Nicolas Martinet. Martinet (1731-1800) was a prominent ornithological artist of the 1700s. He work closely with Count Georges-Louis Leclerc du Buffon on "Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux". Martinet also created work for Marmontel, Voltaire, and Philidor.

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  • Martinet & Buffon - Pair of Parrot Engravings
    Jun. 13, 2026

    Martinet & Buffon - Pair of Parrot Engravings

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    This originally hand-colored engraving is from Georges-Louis Leclerc de Buffon & Francois-Nicolas Martinet's work entitled "Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux". It was published in Paris by Imprimerie Royale between 1770 and 1786. It was considered one of the most important and beautiful works on birds of the 18th century. Each plate from the work features a delicate yellow border, which many believe led to the development of French matting. They are engraved on fine chain-linked, watermarked paper. Buffon's work became one of the most informative sources as far as the visual appearance of animals, and was highly understandable for a wide audience. Buffon described his work and love for natural history by stating that, "Natural history embraces all the objects the universe presents to us. This prodigious multitude of quadrupeds, birds, fish, insects, plants, minerals, etc., offers to the curiosity of the human mind a vast spectacle, of which the whole is so great that the details are inexhaustible." The bird engravings are from François-Nicolas Martinet. Martinet (1731-1800) was a prominent ornithological artist of the 1700s. He work closely with Count Georges-Louis Leclerc du Buffon on "Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux". Martinet also created work for Marmontel, Voltaire, and Philidor.

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  • Martinet & Buffon - Pair of Kingfisher Engravings
    Jun. 13, 2026

    Martinet & Buffon - Pair of Kingfisher Engravings

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    This originally hand-colored engraving is from Georges-Louis Leclerc de Buffon & Francois-Nicolas Martinet's work entitled "Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux". It was published in Paris by Imprimerie Royale between 1770 and 1786. It was considered one of the most important and beautiful works on birds of the 18th century. Each plate from the work features a delicate yellow border, which many believe led to the development of French matting. They are engraved on fine chain-linked, watermarked paper. Buffon's work became one of the most informative sources as far as the visual appearance of animals, and was highly understandable for a wide audience. Buffon described his work and love for natural history by stating that, "Natural history embraces all the objects the universe presents to us. This prodigious multitude of quadrupeds, birds, fish, insects, plants, minerals, etc., offers to the curiosity of the human mind a vast spectacle, of which the whole is so great that the details are inexhaustible." The bird engravings are from François-Nicolas Martinet. Martinet (1731-1800) was a prominent ornithological artist of the 1700s. He work closely with Count Georges-Louis Leclerc du Buffon on "Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux". Martinet also created work for Marmontel, Voltaire, and Philidor.

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  • Martinet & Buffon - 4 Woodpecker Engravings
    Jun. 13, 2026

    Martinet & Buffon - 4 Woodpecker Engravings

    Est: $800 - $1,600

    This originally hand-colored engraving is from Georges-Louis Leclerc de Buffon & Francois-Nicolas Martinet's work entitled "Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux". It was published in Paris by Imprimerie Royale between 1770 and 1786. It was considered one of the most important and beautiful works on birds of the 18th century. Each plate from the work features a delicate yellow border, which many believe led to the development of French matting. They are engraved on fine chain-linked, watermarked paper. Buffon's work became one of the most informative sources as far as the visual appearance of animals, and was highly understandable for a wide audience. Buffon described his work and love for natural history by stating that, "Natural history embraces all the objects the universe presents to us. This prodigious multitude of quadrupeds, birds, fish, insects, plants, minerals, etc., offers to the curiosity of the human mind a vast spectacle, of which the whole is so great that the details are inexhaustible." The bird engravings are from François-Nicolas Martinet. Martinet (1731-1800) was a prominent ornithological artist of the 1700s. He work closely with Count Georges-Louis Leclerc du Buffon on "Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux". Martinet also created work for Marmontel, Voltaire, and Philidor.

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  • Martinet & Buffon - 3 Gyrfalcon Engravings
    Jun. 06, 2026

    Martinet & Buffon - 3 Gyrfalcon Engravings

    Est: $600 - $1,200

    This originally hand-colored engraving is from Georges-Louis Leclerc de Buffon & Francois-Nicolas Martinet's work entitled "Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux". It was published in Paris by Imprimerie Royale between 1770 and 1786. It was considered one of the most important and beautiful works on birds of the 18th century. Each plate from the work features a delicate yellow border, which many believe led to the development of French matting. They are engraved on fine chain-linked, watermarked paper. Buffon's work became one of the most informative sources as far as the visual appearance of animals, and was highly understandable for a wide audience. Buffon described his work and love for natural history by stating that, "Natural history embraces all the objects the universe presents to us. This prodigious multitude of quadrupeds, birds, fish, insects, plants, minerals, etc., offers to the curiosity of the human mind a vast spectacle, of which the whole is so great that the details are inexhaustible." The bird engravings are from François-Nicolas Martinet. Martinet (1731-1800) was a prominent ornithological artist of the 1700s. He work closely with Count Georges-Louis Leclerc du Buffon on "Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux". Martinet also created work for Marmontel, Voltaire, and Philidor.

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  • Martinet & Buffon - Pair of Kite Engravings
    Jun. 06, 2026

    Martinet & Buffon - Pair of Kite Engravings

    Est: $600 - $1,200

    This originally hand-colored engraving is from Georges-Louis Leclerc de Buffon & Francois-Nicolas Martinet's work entitled "Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux". It was published in Paris by Imprimerie Royale between 1770 and 1786. It was considered one of the most important and beautiful works on birds of the 18th century. Each plate from the work features a delicate yellow border, which many believe led to the development of French matting. They are engraved on fine chain-linked, watermarked paper. Buffon's work became one of the most informative sources as far as the visual appearance of animals, and was highly understandable for a wide audience. Buffon described his work and love for natural history by stating that, "Natural history embraces all the objects the universe presents to us. This prodigious multitude of quadrupeds, birds, fish, insects, plants, minerals, etc., offers to the curiosity of the human mind a vast spectacle, of which the whole is so great that the details are inexhaustible." The bird engravings are from François-Nicolas Martinet. Martinet (1731-1800) was a prominent ornithological artist of the 1700s. He work closely with Count Georges-Louis Leclerc du Buffon on "Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux". Martinet also created work for Marmontel, Voltaire, and Philidor.

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  • Martinet & Buffon - 4 Woodpecker Engravings
    Jun. 06, 2026

    Martinet & Buffon - 4 Woodpecker Engravings

    Est: $600 - $1,200

    This originally hand-colored engraving is from Georges-Louis Leclerc de Buffon & Francois-Nicolas Martinet's work entitled "Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux". It was published in Paris by Imprimerie Royale between 1770 and 1786. It was considered one of the most important and beautiful works on birds of the 18th century. Each plate from the work features a delicate yellow border, which many believe led to the development of French matting. They are engraved on fine chain-linked, watermarked paper. Buffon's work became one of the most informative sources as far as the visual appearance of animals, and was highly understandable for a wide audience. Buffon described his work and love for natural history by stating that, "Natural history embraces all the objects the universe presents to us. This prodigious multitude of quadrupeds, birds, fish, insects, plants, minerals, etc., offers to the curiosity of the human mind a vast spectacle, of which the whole is so great that the details are inexhaustible." The bird engravings are from François-Nicolas Martinet. Martinet (1731-1800) was a prominent ornithological artist of the 1700s. He work closely with Count Georges-Louis Leclerc du Buffon on "Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux". Martinet also created work for Marmontel, Voltaire, and Philidor.

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  • Martinet & Buffon - Pair of Parrot Engravings
    May. 30, 2026

    Martinet & Buffon - Pair of Parrot Engravings

    Est: $600 - $1,200

    This originally hand-colored engraving is from Georges-Louis Leclerc de Buffon & Francois-Nicolas Martinet's work entitled Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux. It was published in Paris by Imprimerie Royale between 1770 and 1786. It was considered one of the most important and beautiful works on birds of the 18th century. Each plate from the work features a delicate yellow border, which many believe led to the development of French matting. They are engraved on fine chain-linked, watermarked paper. Buffon's work became one of the most informative sources as far as the visual appearance of animals, and was highly understandable for a wide audience. Buffon described his work and love for natural history by stating that, "Natural history embraces all the objects the universe presents to us. This prodigious multitude of quadrupeds, birds, fish, insects, plants, minerals, etc., offers to the curiosity of the human mind a vast spectacle, of which the whole is so great that the details are inexhaustible." The bird engravings are from François-Nicolas Martinet. Martinet (1731-1800) was a prominent ornithological artist of the 1700s. He work closely with Count Georges-Louis Leclerc du Buffon on Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux. Martinet also created work for Marmontel, Voltaire, and Philidor.

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  • Martinet & Buffon - Pair of Parrot Engravings
    May. 30, 2026

    Martinet & Buffon - Pair of Parrot Engravings

    Est: $600 - $1,200

    This originally hand-colored engraving is from Georges-Louis Leclerc de Buffon & Francois-Nicolas Martinet's work entitled Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux. It was published in Paris by Imprimerie Royale between 1770 and 1786. It was considered one of the most important and beautiful works on birds of the 18th century. Each plate from the work features a delicate yellow border, which many believe led to the development of French matting. They are engraved on fine chain-linked, watermarked paper. Buffon's work became one of the most informative sources as far as the visual appearance of animals, and was highly understandable for a wide audience. Buffon described his work and love for natural history by stating that, "Natural history embraces all the objects the universe presents to us. This prodigious multitude of quadrupeds, birds, fish, insects, plants, minerals, etc., offers to the curiosity of the human mind a vast spectacle, of which the whole is so great that the details are inexhaustible." The bird engravings are from François-Nicolas Martinet. Martinet (1731-1800) was a prominent ornithological artist of the 1700s. He work closely with Count Georges-Louis Leclerc du Buffon on Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux. Martinet also created work for Marmontel, Voltaire, and Philidor.

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  • Martinet & Buffon - Pair of Kingfisher Engravings
    May. 30, 2026

    Martinet & Buffon - Pair of Kingfisher Engravings

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    This originally hand-colored engraving is from Georges-Louis Leclerc de Buffon & Francois-Nicolas Martinet's work entitled Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux. It was published in Paris by Imprimerie Royale between 1770 and 1786. It was considered one of the most important and beautiful works on birds of the 18th century. Each plate from the work features a delicate yellow border, which many believe led to the development of French matting. They are engraved on fine chain-linked, watermarked paper. Buffon's work became one of the most informative sources as far as the visual appearance of animals, and was highly understandable for a wide audience. Buffon described his work and love for natural history by stating that, "Natural history embraces all the objects the universe presents to us. This prodigious multitude of quadrupeds, birds, fish, insects, plants, minerals, etc., offers to the curiosity of the human mind a vast spectacle, of which the whole is so great that the details are inexhaustible." The bird engravings are from François-Nicolas Martinet. Martinet (1731-1800) was a prominent ornithological artist of the 1700s. He work closely with Count Georges-Louis Leclerc du Buffon on Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux. Martinet also created work for Marmontel, Voltaire, and Philidor.

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  • Martinet & Buffon - Pair of Hornbill Engravings
    May. 30, 2026

    Martinet & Buffon - Pair of Hornbill Engravings

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    This originally hand-colored engraving is from Georges-Louis Leclerc de Buffon & Francois-Nicolas Martinet's work entitled Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux. It was published in Paris by Imprimerie Royale between 1770 and 1786. It was considered one of the most important and beautiful works on birds of the 18th century. Each plate from the work features a delicate yellow border, which many believe led to the development of French matting. They are engraved on fine chain-linked, watermarked paper. Buffon's work became one of the most informative sources as far as the visual appearance of animals, and was highly understandable for a wide audience. Buffon described his work and love for natural history by stating that, "Natural history embraces all the objects the universe presents to us. This prodigious multitude of quadrupeds, birds, fish, insects, plants, minerals, etc., offers to the curiosity of the human mind a vast spectacle, of which the whole is so great that the details are inexhaustible." The bird engravings are from François-Nicolas Martinet. Martinet (1731-1800) was a prominent ornithological artist of the 1700s. He work closely with Count Georges-Louis Leclerc du Buffon on Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux. Martinet also created work for Marmontel, Voltaire, and Philidor.

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  • Martinet & Buffon - Pair of Parrot Engravings
    May. 16, 2026

    Martinet & Buffon - Pair of Parrot Engravings

    Est: $600 - $1,200

    This originally hand-colored engraving is from Georges-Louis Leclerc de Buffon & Francois-Nicolas Martinet's work entitled Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux. It was published in Paris by Imprimerie Royale between 1770 and 1786. It was considered one of the most important and beautiful works on birds of the 18th century. Each plate from the work features a delicate yellow border, which many believe led to the development of French matting. They are engraved on fine chain-linked, watermarked paper. Buffon's work became one of the most informative sources as far as the visual appearance of animals, and was highly understandable for a wide audience. Buffon described his work and love for natural history by stating that, "Natural history embraces all the objects the universe presents to us. This prodigious multitude of quadrupeds, birds, fish, insects, plants, minerals, etc., offers to the curiosity of the human mind a vast spectacle, of which the whole is so great that the details are inexhaustible." The bird engravings are from François-Nicolas Martinet. Martinet (1731-1800) was a prominent ornithological artist of the 1700s. He work closely with Count Georges-Louis Leclerc du Buffon on Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux. Martinet also created work for Marmontel, Voltaire, and Philidor.

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  • Martinet & Buffon - Pair of Parrot or Lory Engravings
    May. 16, 2026

    Martinet & Buffon - Pair of Parrot or Lory Engravings

    Est: $600 - $1,200

    This originally hand-colored engraving is from Georges-Louis Leclerc de Buffon & Francois-Nicolas Martinet's work entitled Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux. It was published in Paris by Imprimerie Royale between 1770 and 1786. It was considered one of the most important and beautiful works on birds of the 18th century. Each plate from the work features a delicate yellow border, which many believe led to the development of French matting. They are engraved on fine chain-linked, watermarked paper. Buffon's work became one of the most informative sources as far as the visual appearance of animals, and was highly understandable for a wide audience. Buffon described his work and love for natural history by stating that, "Natural history embraces all the objects the universe presents to us. This prodigious multitude of quadrupeds, birds, fish, insects, plants, minerals, etc., offers to the curiosity of the human mind a vast spectacle, of which the whole is so great that the details are inexhaustible." The bird engravings are from François-Nicolas Martinet. Martinet (1731-1800) was a prominent ornithological artist of the 1700s. He work closely with Count Georges-Louis Leclerc du Buffon on Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux. Martinet also created work for Marmontel, Voltaire, and Philidor.

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  • Martinet & Buffon - Pair of Kingfisher Engravings
    May. 16, 2026

    Martinet & Buffon - Pair of Kingfisher Engravings

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    This originally hand-colored engraving is from Georges-Louis Leclerc de Buffon & Francois-Nicolas Martinet's work entitled Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux. It was published in Paris by Imprimerie Royale between 1770 and 1786. It was considered one of the most important and beautiful works on birds of the 18th century. Each plate from the work features a delicate yellow border, which many believe led to the development of French matting. They are engraved on fine chain-linked, watermarked paper. Buffon's work became one of the most informative sources as far as the visual appearance of animals, and was highly understandable for a wide audience. Buffon described his work and love for natural history by stating that, "Natural history embraces all the objects the universe presents to us. This prodigious multitude of quadrupeds, birds, fish, insects, plants, minerals, etc., offers to the curiosity of the human mind a vast spectacle, of which the whole is so great that the details are inexhaustible." The bird engravings are from François-Nicolas Martinet. Martinet (1731-1800) was a prominent ornithological artist of the 1700s. He work closely with Count Georges-Louis Leclerc du Buffon on Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux. Martinet also created work for Marmontel, Voltaire, and Philidor.

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  • Martinet & Buffon - Pair of Woodpecker Engravings
    May. 16, 2026

    Martinet & Buffon - Pair of Woodpecker Engravings

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    This originally hand-colored engraving is from Georges-Louis Leclerc de Buffon & Francois-Nicolas Martinet's work entitled Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux. It was published in Paris by Imprimerie Royale between 1770 and 1786. It was considered one of the most important and beautiful works on birds of the 18th century. Each plate from the work features a delicate yellow border, which many believe led to the development of French matting. They are engraved on fine chain-linked, watermarked paper. Buffon's work became one of the most informative sources as far as the visual appearance of animals, and was highly understandable for a wide audience. Buffon described his work and love for natural history by stating that, "Natural history embraces all the objects the universe presents to us. This prodigious multitude of quadrupeds, birds, fish, insects, plants, minerals, etc., offers to the curiosity of the human mind a vast spectacle, of which the whole is so great that the details are inexhaustible." The bird engravings are from François-Nicolas Martinet. Martinet (1731-1800) was a prominent ornithological artist of the 1700s. He work closely with Count Georges-Louis Leclerc du Buffon on Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux. Martinet also created work for Marmontel, Voltaire, and Philidor.

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  • Martinet & Buffon - Pair of Parrot Engravings
    May. 09, 2026

    Martinet & Buffon - Pair of Parrot Engravings

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    This originally hand-colored engraving is from Georges-Louis Leclerc de Buffon & Francois-Nicolas Martinet's work entitled Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux. It was published in Paris by Imprimerie Royale between 1770 and 1786. It was considered one of the most important and beautiful works on birds of the 18th century. Each plate from the work features a delicate yellow border, which many believe led to the development of French matting. They are engraved on fine chain-linked, watermarked paper. Buffon's work became one of the most informative sources as far as the visual appearance of animals, and was highly understandable for a wide audience. Buffon described his work and love for natural history by stating that, "Natural history embraces all the objects the universe presents to us. This prodigious multitude of quadrupeds, birds, fish, insects, plants, minerals, etc., offers to the curiosity of the human mind a vast spectacle, of which the whole is so great that the details are inexhaustible." The bird engravings are from François-Nicolas Martinet. Martinet (1731-1800) was a prominent ornithological artist of the 1700s. He work closely with Count Georges-Louis Leclerc du Buffon on Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux. Martinet also created work for Marmontel, Voltaire, and Philidor.

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  • Martinet & Buffon - Pair of Parrot Engravings
    May. 09, 2026

    Martinet & Buffon - Pair of Parrot Engravings

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    This originally hand-colored engraving is from Georges-Louis Leclerc de Buffon & Francois-Nicolas Martinet's work entitled Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux. It was published in Paris by Imprimerie Royale between 1770 and 1786. It was considered one of the most important and beautiful works on birds of the 18th century. Each plate from the work features a delicate yellow border, which many believe led to the development of French matting. They are engraved on fine chain-linked, watermarked paper. Buffon's work became one of the most informative sources as far as the visual appearance of animals, and was highly understandable for a wide audience. Buffon described his work and love for natural history by stating that, "Natural history embraces all the objects the universe presents to us. This prodigious multitude of quadrupeds, birds, fish, insects, plants, minerals, etc., offers to the curiosity of the human mind a vast spectacle, of which the whole is so great that the details are inexhaustible." The bird engravings are from François-Nicolas Martinet. Martinet (1731-1800) was a prominent ornithological artist of the 1700s. He work closely with Count Georges-Louis Leclerc du Buffon on Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux. Martinet also created work for Marmontel, Voltaire, and Philidor.

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  • Martinet & Buffon - 4 Hornbill Engravings
    May. 09, 2026

    Martinet & Buffon - 4 Hornbill Engravings

    Est: $600 - $1,200

    This originally hand-colored engraving is from Georges-Louis Leclerc de Buffon & Francois-Nicolas Martinet's work entitled Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux. It was published in Paris by Imprimerie Royale between 1770 and 1786. It was considered one of the most important and beautiful works on birds of the 18th century. Each plate from the work features a delicate yellow border, which many believe led to the development of French matting. They are engraved on fine chain-linked, watermarked paper. Buffon's work became one of the most informative sources as far as the visual appearance of animals, and was highly understandable for a wide audience. Buffon described his work and love for natural history by stating that, "Natural history embraces all the objects the universe presents to us. This prodigious multitude of quadrupeds, birds, fish, insects, plants, minerals, etc., offers to the curiosity of the human mind a vast spectacle, of which the whole is so great that the details are inexhaustible." The bird engravings are from François-Nicolas Martinet. Martinet (1731-1800) was a prominent ornithological artist of the 1700s. He work closely with Count Georges-Louis Leclerc du Buffon on Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux. Martinet also created work for Marmontel, Voltaire, and Philidor.

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  • Martinet & Buffon - Pair of Woodpecker Engravings
    May. 09, 2026

    Martinet & Buffon - Pair of Woodpecker Engravings

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    This originally hand-colored engraving is from Georges-Louis Leclerc de Buffon & Francois-Nicolas Martinet's work entitled Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux. It was published in Paris by Imprimerie Royale between 1770 and 1786. It was considered one of the most important and beautiful works on birds of the 18th century. Each plate from the work features a delicate yellow border, which many believe led to the development of French matting. They are engraved on fine chain-linked, watermarked paper. Buffon's work became one of the most informative sources as far as the visual appearance of animals, and was highly understandable for a wide audience. Buffon described his work and love for natural history by stating that, "Natural history embraces all the objects the universe presents to us. This prodigious multitude of quadrupeds, birds, fish, insects, plants, minerals, etc., offers to the curiosity of the human mind a vast spectacle, of which the whole is so great that the details are inexhaustible." The bird engravings are from François-Nicolas Martinet. Martinet (1731-1800) was a prominent ornithological artist of the 1700s. He work closely with Count Georges-Louis Leclerc du Buffon on Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux. Martinet also created work for Marmontel, Voltaire, and Philidor.

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  • Martinet & Buffon - Pair of Parrot Engravings
    May. 02, 2026

    Martinet & Buffon - Pair of Parrot Engravings

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    This originally hand-colored engraving is from Georges-Louis Leclerc de Buffon & Francois-Nicolas Martinet's work entitled Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux. It was published in Paris by Imprimerie Royale between 1770 and 1786. It was considered one of the most important and beautiful works on birds of the 18th century. Each plate from the work features a delicate yellow border, which many believe led to the development of French matting. They are engraved on fine chain-linked, watermarked paper. Buffon's work became one of the most informative sources as far as the visual appearance of animals, and was highly understandable for a wide audience. Buffon described his work and love for natural history by stating that, "Natural history embraces all the objects the universe presents to us. This prodigious multitude of quadrupeds, birds, fish, insects, plants, minerals, etc., offers to the curiosity of the human mind a vast spectacle, of which the whole is so great that the details are inexhaustible." The bird engravings are from François-Nicolas Martinet. Martinet (1731-1800) was a prominent ornithological artist of the 1700s. He work closely with Count Georges-Louis Leclerc du Buffon on Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux. Martinet also created work for Marmontel, Voltaire, and Philidor.

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  • Martinet & Buffon - Pair of Kingfisher Engravings
    May. 02, 2026

    Martinet & Buffon - Pair of Kingfisher Engravings

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    This originally hand-colored engraving is from Georges-Louis Leclerc de Buffon & Francois-Nicolas Martinet's work entitled Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux. It was published in Paris by Imprimerie Royale between 1770 and 1786. It was considered one of the most important and beautiful works on birds of the 18th century. Each plate from the work features a delicate yellow border, which many believe led to the development of French matting. They are engraved on fine chain-linked, watermarked paper. Buffon's work became one of the most informative sources as far as the visual appearance of animals, and was highly understandable for a wide audience. Buffon described his work and love for natural history by stating that, "Natural history embraces all the objects the universe presents to us. This prodigious multitude of quadrupeds, birds, fish, insects, plants, minerals, etc., offers to the curiosity of the human mind a vast spectacle, of which the whole is so great that the details are inexhaustible." The bird engravings are from François-Nicolas Martinet. Martinet (1731-1800) was a prominent ornithological artist of the 1700s. He work closely with Count Georges-Louis Leclerc du Buffon on Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux. Martinet also created work for Marmontel, Voltaire, and Philidor.

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  • Martinet & Buffon - Pair of Parrot Engravings
    Apr. 25, 2026

    Martinet & Buffon - Pair of Parrot Engravings

    Est: $500 - $1,500

    This originally hand-colored engraving is from Georges-Louis Leclerc de Buffon & Francois-Nicolas Martinet's work entitled Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux. It was published in Paris by Imprimerie Royale between 1770 and 1786. It was considered one of the most important and beautiful works on birds of the 18th century. Each plate from the work features a delicate yellow border, which many believe led to the development of French matting. They are engraved on fine chain-linked, watermarked paper. Buffon's work became one of the most informative sources as far as the visual appearance of animals, and was highly understandable for a wide audience. Buffon described his work and love for natural history by stating that, "Natural history embraces all the objects the universe presents to us. This prodigious multitude of quadrupeds, birds, fish, insects, plants, minerals, etc., offers to the curiosity of the human mind a vast spectacle, of which the whole is so great that the details are inexhaustible." The bird engravings are from François-Nicolas Martinet. Martinet (1731-1800) was a prominent ornithological artist of the 1700s. He work closely with Count Georges-Louis Leclerc du Buffon on Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux. Martinet also created work for Marmontel, Voltaire, and Philidor.

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  • Martinet & Buffon - Pair of Parrot Engravings
    Apr. 25, 2026

    Martinet & Buffon - Pair of Parrot Engravings

    Est: $400 - $800

    This originally hand-colored engraving is from Georges-Louis Leclerc de Buffon & Francois-Nicolas Martinet's work entitled Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux. It was published in Paris by Imprimerie Royale between 1770 and 1786. It was considered one of the most important and beautiful works on birds of the 18th century. Each plate from the work features a delicate yellow border, which many believe led to the development of French matting. They are engraved on fine chain-linked, watermarked paper. Buffon's work became one of the most informative sources as far as the visual appearance of animals, and was highly understandable for a wide audience. Buffon described his work and love for natural history by stating that, "Natural history embraces all the objects the universe presents to us. This prodigious multitude of quadrupeds, birds, fish, insects, plants, minerals, etc., offers to the curiosity of the human mind a vast spectacle, of which the whole is so great that the details are inexhaustible." The bird engravings are from François-Nicolas Martinet. Martinet (1731-1800) was a prominent ornithological artist of the 1700s. He work closely with Count Georges-Louis Leclerc du Buffon on Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux. Martinet also created work for Marmontel, Voltaire, and Philidor.

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  • Martinet & Buffon - Pair of Parrot Engravings
    Apr. 25, 2026

    Martinet & Buffon - Pair of Parrot Engravings

    Est: $400 - $800

    This originally hand-colored engraving is from Georges-Louis Leclerc de Buffon & Francois-Nicolas Martinet's work entitled Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux. It was published in Paris by Imprimerie Royale between 1770 and 1786. It was considered one of the most important and beautiful works on birds of the 18th century. Each plate from the work features a delicate yellow border, which many believe led to the development of French matting. They are engraved on fine chain-linked, watermarked paper. Buffon's work became one of the most informative sources as far as the visual appearance of animals, and was highly understandable for a wide audience. Buffon described his work and love for natural history by stating that, "Natural history embraces all the objects the universe presents to us. This prodigious multitude of quadrupeds, birds, fish, insects, plants, minerals, etc., offers to the curiosity of the human mind a vast spectacle, of which the whole is so great that the details are inexhaustible." The bird engravings are from François-Nicolas Martinet. Martinet (1731-1800) was a prominent ornithological artist of the 1700s. He work closely with Count Georges-Louis Leclerc du Buffon on Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux. Martinet also created work for Marmontel, Voltaire, and Philidor.

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  • Martinet & Buffon - Lory or Parrot. 683
    Apr. 11, 2026

    Martinet & Buffon - Lory or Parrot. 683

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    This originally hand-colored engraving is from Georges-Louis Leclerc de Buffon & Francois-Nicolas Martinet's work entitled Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux. It was published in Paris by Imprimerie Royale between 1770 and 1786. It was considered one of the most important and beautiful works on birds of the 18th century. Each plate from the work features a delicate yellow border, which many believe led to the development of French matting. They are engraved on fine chain-linked, watermarked paper. Buffon's work became one of the most informative sources as far as the visual appearance of animals, and was highly understandable for a wide audience. Buffon described his work and love for natural history by stating that, "Natural history embraces all the objects the universe presents to us. This prodigious multitude of quadrupeds, birds, fish, insects, plants, minerals, etc., offers to the curiosity of the human mind a vast spectacle, of which the whole is so great that the details are inexhaustible." The bird engravings are from François-Nicolas Martinet. Martinet (1731-1800) was a prominent ornithological artist of the 1700s. He work closely with Count Georges-Louis Leclerc du Buffon on Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux. Martinet also created work for Marmontel, Voltaire, and Philidor.

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  • Martinet & Buffon - 4 Parrot or Lory Engravings
    Mar. 28, 2026

    Martinet & Buffon - 4 Parrot or Lory Engravings

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    This originally hand-colored engraving is from Georges-Louis Leclerc de Buffon & Francois-Nicolas Martinet's work entitled Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux. It was published in Paris by Imprimerie Royale between 1770 and 1786. It was considered one of the most important and beautiful works on birds of the 18th century. Each plate from the work features a delicate yellow border, which many believe led to the development of French matting. They are engraved on fine chain-linked, watermarked paper. Buffon's work became one of the most informative sources as far as the visual appearance of animals, and was highly understandable for a wide audience. Buffon described his work and love for natural history by stating that, "Natural history embraces all the objects the universe presents to us. This prodigious multitude of quadrupeds, birds, fish, insects, plants, minerals, etc., offers to the curiosity of the human mind a vast spectacle, of which the whole is so great that the details are inexhaustible." The bird engravings are from François-Nicolas Martinet. Martinet (1731-1800) was a prominent ornithological artist of the 1700s. He work closely with Count Georges-Louis Leclerc du Buffon on Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux. Martinet also created work for Marmontel, Voltaire, and Philidor.

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  • Martinet & Buffon - 4 Hummingbird or Colibri Engravings
    Mar. 28, 2026

    Martinet & Buffon - 4 Hummingbird or Colibri Engravings

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    This originally hand-colored engraving is from Georges-Louis Leclerc de Buffon & Francois-Nicolas Martinet's work entitled Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux. It was published in Paris by Imprimerie Royale between 1770 and 1786. It was considered one of the most important and beautiful works on birds of the 18th century. Each plate from the work features a delicate yellow border, which many believe led to the development of French matting. They are engraved on fine chain-linked, watermarked paper. Buffon's work became one of the most informative sources as far as the visual appearance of animals, and was highly understandable for a wide audience. Buffon described his work and love for natural history by stating that, "Natural history embraces all the objects the universe presents to us. This prodigious multitude of quadrupeds, birds, fish, insects, plants, minerals, etc., offers to the curiosity of the human mind a vast spectacle, of which the whole is so great that the details are inexhaustible." The bird engravings are from François-Nicolas Martinet. Martinet (1731-1800) was a prominent ornithological artist of the 1700s. He work closely with Count Georges-Louis Leclerc du Buffon on Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux. Martinet also created work for Marmontel, Voltaire, and Philidor.

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  • Martinet, Folio - Pair of Bird Engavings: Macaw & Parrot
    Mar. 21, 2026

    Martinet, Folio - Pair of Bird Engavings: Macaw & Parrot

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    This originally hand-colored, folio bird engraving is from Francois-Nicolas & Alexandre Martinet's work with the title pages reading Oiseaux par Martinet, ingénieur peintre graveur et naturaliste, rue Julien le Pauvre and Oiseaux par Martinet, tome 2, An VIII. It was printed in Paris in the early 1800s. Many of the birds depicted were from the Americas, Africa, Malabar, India, China, Greenland, and more. The title pages were hand-written to this work, and undated. The plates were after images originally published in Martinet's Histoire des Oiseaux Peints dans Tous Leurs Aspects Apparents et Sensibles as well as his rare work Petit atlas d’ornithologie ou Collection choisie d’Oiseaux les plus connus. Alexandre, Martinet's son, produced the rare Petit atlas in 1815 when his father's original publication did not reach the acclaim he felt it deserved. He noted "This collection was published around thirty-six years ago by my father, a collaborator of Mr. de Buffon for ornithology: at the time, it was a great success; but the revolution suddenly changed the habits and occupations of the French and nearly all Europeans, and this work did not receive the recognition it deserved. Today... I present this collection to the public once again, in a form and order I believe will capture their interest. Ronsil notes: “As this statement by Alexandre Martinet might suggest, this atlas is neither a reproduction, nor a reprint, nor a continuation of Martinet Sr.’s Planches Enluminées, although the engraving and coloring are similar. That both father and son collaborated on it cannot be ruled out. It is even possible that some of these plates were originally intended for Buffon’s Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux..." François-Nicolas Martinet (1731–1800) was an engineer, draftsman, and engraver of the King's Cabinet. He was one of the greatest birds artists of the 18th century. Martinet's illustrations are accurate and beautifully artistic, but brought an element of realism to bird illustrations.

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  • Martinet, Folio - 3 Pheasant Engravings
    Mar. 21, 2026

    Martinet, Folio - 3 Pheasant Engravings

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    This originally hand-colored, folio bird engraving is from Francois-Nicolas & Alexandre Martinet's work with the title pages reading Oiseaux par Martinet, ingénieur peintre graveur et naturaliste, rue Julien le Pauvre and Oiseaux par Martinet, tome 2, An VIII. It was printed in Paris in the early 1800s. Many of the birds depicted were from the Americas, Africa, Malabar, India, China, Greenland, and more. The title pages were hand-written to this work, and undated. The plates were after images originally published in Martinet's Histoire des Oiseaux Peints dans Tous Leurs Aspects Apparents et Sensibles as well as his rare work Petit atlas d’ornithologie ou Collection choisie d’Oiseaux les plus connus. Alexandre, Martinet's son, produced the rare Petit atlas in 1815 when his father's original publication did not reach the acclaim he felt it deserved. He noted "This collection was published around thirty-six years ago by my father, a collaborator of Mr. de Buffon for ornithology: at the time, it was a great success; but the revolution suddenly changed the habits and occupations of the French and nearly all Europeans, and this work did not receive the recognition it deserved. Today... I present this collection to the public once again, in a form and order I believe will capture their interest. Ronsil notes: “As this statement by Alexandre Martinet might suggest, this atlas is neither a reproduction, nor a reprint, nor a continuation of Martinet Sr.’s Planches Enluminées, although the engraving and coloring are similar. That both father and son collaborated on it cannot be ruled out. It is even possible that some of these plates were originally intended for Buffon’s Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux..." François-Nicolas Martinet (1731–1800) was an engineer, draftsman, and engraver of the King's Cabinet. He was one of the greatest birds artists of the 18th century. Martinet's illustrations are accurate and beautifully artistic, but brought an element of realism to bird illustrations.

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  • Martinet, Folio - Pair of Bird Engravings: Canary & Goldfinch
    Mar. 21, 2026

    Martinet, Folio - Pair of Bird Engravings: Canary & Goldfinch

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    This originally hand-colored, folio bird engraving is from Francois-Nicolas & Alexandre Martinet's work with the title pages reading Oiseaux par Martinet, ingénieur peintre graveur et naturaliste, rue Julien le Pauvre and Oiseaux par Martinet, tome 2, An VIII. It was printed in Paris in the early 1800s. Many of the birds depicted were from the Americas, Africa, Malabar, India, China, Greenland, and more. The title pages were hand-written to this work, and undated. The plates were after images originally published in Martinet's Histoire des Oiseaux Peints dans Tous Leurs Aspects Apparents et Sensibles as well as his rare work Petit atlas d’ornithologie ou Collection choisie d’Oiseaux les plus connus. Alexandre, Martinet's son, produced the rare Petit atlas in 1815 when his father's original publication did not reach the acclaim he felt it deserved. He noted "This collection was published around thirty-six years ago by my father, a collaborator of Mr. de Buffon for ornithology: at the time, it was a great success; but the revolution suddenly changed the habits and occupations of the French and nearly all Europeans, and this work did not receive the recognition it deserved. Today... I present this collection to the public once again, in a form and order I believe will capture their interest. Ronsil notes: “As this statement by Alexandre Martinet might suggest, this atlas is neither a reproduction, nor a reprint, nor a continuation of Martinet Sr.’s Planches Enluminées, although the engraving and coloring are similar. That both father and son collaborated on it cannot be ruled out. It is even possible that some of these plates were originally intended for Buffon’s Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux..." François-Nicolas Martinet (1731–1800) was an engineer, draftsman, and engraver of the King's Cabinet. He was one of the greatest birds artists of the 18th century. Martinet's illustrations are accurate and beautifully artistic, but brought an element of realism to bird illustrations.

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