Ridinger, Johann Elias (Ulm 1698 – Augsburg 1767). A Badger Hunt. In the exit of a hollow fighting with four hounds, one of which done though. But a further, larger one comes along. Toned lithograph by Hermann Menzler printed by A. Renaud for L. J. Heymann in Berlin. (1863-65.) Inscribed: Gez.v.J.H(sic!).Ridinger,lith.v.H.Menzler, otherwise in German as above. 31.5 x 22.5 cm.

(Joh. El. Ridinger’s Hunting Album) II/5. – Comp. Thienemann 157. – From the “Album of Interesting Hunt and Group Pictures” carried as 2^nd part. The whole rare set almost unknown to literature and comprising 80 sheets plus a recently discovered illustrated title of far larger image size (47.5 x 36 cm), though practically to be completed just peu à peu. In the picture effect corresponding to that of the aquatint technique not used by Ridinger anymore. – On strong wide-margined paper.

Taking up the action of plate 19 of the “Fair Game Hounded by the Different Kinds of Hounds”, though not rounded at the top and before a completely rearranged scenic background. In such a manner a

first-rank  collection  addition .

Offer no. 12,310 / EUR  322. / Export price EUR  306. (c. US$ 447.) + shipping

Presently available here :
Johann Elias Ridinger’s Hunting Album
77 (of 80) toned lithographs
in optically quite particular-fine garb
as well as
a rich selection of single sheets

“ At this time we are on our boat … I hope you extend the same faith in me as I have in you in paying for this sizable sum in advance (sight unseen) in the expectation of delivery … Best regards ”

(Mr. P. C., July 22, 2002)