Vintage Single-Combed Dorking Hen Print – Cassell’s Poultry Book (1871) – Mounted on Black Card

Description

Description:

This antique lithograph print from Cassell’s Poultry Book features Mr. John Martin’s Single-Combed Dorking Hen, a prize-winning bird that secured First Prize at Warrington in 1871. The Dorking breed is one of the oldest and most historically significant poultry breeds, known for its broad body, fine meat quality, and distinctive five-toed feet.

The Single-Combed Dorking is recognized for its graceful appearance, well-proportioned shape, and beautiful feather patterning, making it a favorite in both exhibition circles and farmyards. This Victorian-era print, produced by Vincent Brooks, Day & Son, Lithographers, captures the hen’s detailed plumage and natural elegance in a lush rural setting.

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. Due to its age, there may be minor signs of wear, including light foxing, edge discoloration, or slight creasing, all of which contribute to its authentic antique charm.

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