M. Bernard Loates Edition double elephant portfolio with text by Dr. R.D. James "John James Audubon: Birds of America, An Introduction" with five large limited edition coloured prints inside, each numbered 856/1000 and hand-signed by M. Bernard Loates, titles include "Great Egret", "Little Blue Heron", "Sandhill Crane", "Key West Quail Dove" and "Blue Winged Warbler", sheet size for each 39 1/2 x 26 1/2in; together with a second Tryon Mint Fine Art Publishing M. Bernard Loates folio set with five large John James Audubon prints including "Great Blue Heron", "Baltimore Oriole", "Ruby Throated Hummingbird", "Whooping Crane" and "Wood Duck", each print signed by M. Bernard Loates and editioned 856/1000, sheet size for each 39 1/2 x 26 1/2in, as well the original blue velvet booklet with slip case

Both sets in pristine condition and with vibrant colours, found inside original folios unframed

John James Audubon, French-American artist, entrepreneur, naturalist, explorer, and ornithologist, 1785-1851

NOTE: the prints may be shipped via Canada Post, but the original packaging is too large to send; please contact our office if shipping will be required