John Gould (British, 1804-1881), Rare Artist Proof of "Squacco Heron. Ardea Comata, Pallas"

Lithograph, 19th century, artist proof of John Gould's "Squacco Heron. Ardea Comata" for The Birds of Europe, with hand-written notation in pencil beneath image that reads "Squacco Heron. Ardea Comata, Pallas," retains gallery label that lists print as a proof, unmatted, unframed.

Image Size 13 5/8 x 13 1/4 in.; Sheet Size 21 7/8 x 14 7/8 in.

Loss to lower right corner; some smudges and faint yellowing to edges of sheet.