Antique Poultry Print – Black East India & Cayuga Ducks (1872)

Description

Description:

This rare and beautifully detailed lithograph from Cassell’s Poultry Book showcases two stunning black duck breeds—the Black East India Ducks and Cayuga Ducks. Both breeds are known for their striking iridescent plumage, which appears black but shimmers with deep green and purple hues in the light.

This historical print highlights:

• Black East India Ducks, award winners at Bristol, 1872.
• Cayuga Ducks, sent for portraiture by Mr. W. Simpson of New York.
• The serene, picturesque setting, emphasizing the ducks’ beauty and elegance.

📌 Print Details:

• Date: Bristol Poultry Show, 1872
• Dimensions: 17 x 20 cm, plus 2 cm black cardboard border for mounting and framing.
• Condition: Decades-old original print, may exhibit minor signs of aging, such as foxing, edge wear, and light creasing, enhancing its vintage charm.

This authentic Victorian poultry print is ideal for collectors of antique poultry prints, duck breed enthusiasts, farmhouse decor lovers, and those fascinated by historical poultry illustrations.