1790 Bertuch Cobra and Viper Engraving
1790 Bertuch Cobra and Viper Engraving
1790 Bertuch Cobra and Viper Engraving

1790 Bertuch Cobra and Viper Engraving

Gorgeous hand-colored engraving from Friedrich Johann Justin Bertuch's "Bilderbuch für Kinder," c. 1790, of a viper and cobra, artfully arranged. The figures are labeled with a delicate script. 

Print is in good condition; some creasing (see photos) and one scuff mark. High quality paper and beautiful, subtle colors.

Measures 9 1/2" x 8".