Spotted an original John James Audubon Birds of America at Lehigh’s Linderman Library, one of the most remarkable bird books ever published. Each life-size painting was transformed into copperplate etchings and hand-colored by Robert Havell’s staff under Audubon’s direction. More than 1,000 birds appear across 435 plates, usually bound into four volumes. Originally about 200 sets were produced, and fewer than 120 complete sets remain today. Learn more from Lehigh’s exhibit: https://exhibits.lib.

The Birds of America, from Drawings made in the United States and Their Territories by AUDUBON, John James (1785-1851) New York: George R. Lockwood, 1870. 8 volumes, 8vo. (10 3/16 x 6 5/8 inches). 500 hand-lithographed plates. In a magnificent uniform full brown morocco bindings, elaborately tooled in blind on the covers and spines, marbled endpapers, gilt dentelles, all edges gilt The rare final octavo edition of Audubon's Birds of America in a spectacular full brown morocco binding. The finest

OPEN NOW! Discover the artistry and legacy of John James Audubon's "Birds of America" at the Houston Museum of Natural Science. This special exhibition features 46 life-sized prints, rarely displayed unbound, offering a unique glimpse into this landmark work. Experience the spectacular ornithological illustrations that captivated the world. | Houston Museum of Natural Science

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