Francis Orpen Morris - Set of 10 bird's eggs - Greenshank, Velvet Scoter, Tufted Duck, Scaup - 1892

This is an original set of 10 lithographs by Francis Orpen Morris - Greenshank, Scoter, Velvet Scoter, Tufted Duck, Scaup - from the book "A Natural History of the Nests & Eggs of British Birds", published in 1892.

Francis Orpen Morris (1810–1893) was an Irish clergyman, naturalist, and writer, best known for his works on British birds, insects, and natural history. A passionate advocate for wildlife conservation, he authored the influential A History of British Birds (1851–1857), celebrated for its vivid color illustrations by Alexander Francis Lydon. Morris also wrote extensively about butterflies and moths, contributing significantly to Victorian-era interest in natural history. As an early conservationist, he campaigned against bird plumage hunting and deforestation, leaving a lasting legacy in both natural science and environmental protection.

Artist or Maker: 
Francis Orpen Morris

Dimensions:
18 cm x 26 cm

Medium: 
Lithography

Date: 
1892

Condition Report:
This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.

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