John James Audubon “Tawny Lemming, Back’s Lemming”, 1847 Original Hand Colored Lithograph from the Viviparous Quadrupeds of North America, Imperial Bowen Edition Five arm candelabra the desk has a light

the desk has a light architectural presence while the warm-toned wood shows an appealing aged surface and rich antique patina

circa 1830

and the frame shows minor surface wear and small marks typical of a late 18th century piece

consistent grain across the top

John James Audubon “Tawny Lemming, Back’s Lemming”, 1847 Original Hand Colored Lithograph from the Viviparous Quadrupeds of North America, Imperial Bowen Edition Five arm candelabra the desk has a lightAn original hand colored lithograph titled Tawny Lemming, Backs Lemming (Plate CX) from The Viviparous Quadrupeds of North America, drawn by John James Audubon and published by J. T. Bowen in Philadelphia in 1847 as part of the esteemed Imperial Bowen Edition. This engaging composition portrays two species of lemmings on a rocky hillside overlooking a distant mountain valley. Rendered with Audubons characteristic precision and sensitivity, the scene