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Lot 161

JOHN GOULD (1804–1881)
'Charmosyna josephinæ'
Hand-coloured lithograph
From J. Gould, The Birds of Australia and Adjacent Islands (1840–1848), the lithograph drawn by William Hart after Gould's original drawing

The original letter press relating to the plate enclosed to the reverse

53 x 35cm (sight)

Estimate $1,000 - $1,500

Sold for $1,000

Apparently in good, clean condition, the colours well preserved. There are a few fine spots scattered around the blank areas.

Excepting some loose material caught between the mount and glass, the frame and mount are in good condition.

(In preparing this report, the print not been examined out of its frame.)



The opinions expressed in the condition reports are a guide only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Prospective buyers are encouraged to seek further information or request additional images during our pre-sale period where Leonard Joel staff are available for advice. Please note condition reports can be amended during the pre-sale period, so we strongly suggest any interested bidders check the published condition report available on the website before the auction commences. Leonard Joel makes no guarantee of the originality of mechanical or applied components. Absence of reference to such modifications does not imply that a lot is free from modifications.

Decorative Arts

AUCTION
Sale: LJ8805
4:00pm - 30 March 2026
Hawthorn

VIEWING
Fri 27 - Sun 29 March, 11am - 5pm
2 Oxley Rd, Hawthorn, VIC

CONTACT
Chiara Curcio
decorativearts@leonardjoel.com.au


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