Vintage Duck-Winged Game Chicken Print – Cassell’s Poultry Book (1885) – Mounted on Black Card

Description

Description:

This antique lithograph print from Cassell’s Poultry Book features a striking pair of Duck-Winged Game Chickens, bred by Mr. John Goodwin. These award-winning birds include “Simon,” winner of the Cup at Birmingham in 1885, and “Miss Etty,” who secured First Prize at the Dairy Show in the same year, showcasing their superior breeding and exhibition quality.

Duck-Winged Game chickens are admired for their tall, athletic stature, sharp features, and striking color contrast, making them a highly sought-after breed in poultry exhibitions. This Victorian-era print, produced by Vincent Brooks, Day & Son, Lithographers, beautifully illustrates the birds’ noble posture and vibrant feather patterns, set in a scenic countryside landscape.

The print itself measures approximately 17 x 20 cm and has been mounted on black cardboard with a 2cm border, making it ideal for framing or display.

📌 Condition: This is an original late 19th-century print, not a reproduction. Given its age, there may be minor signs of wear, including light foxing, edge discoloration, or slight creasing, which enhance its authentic antique charm.

A must-have collectible for poultry breeders, vintage print collectors, and admirers of historic agricultural artwork.