Ridinger, Johann Elias (Ulm 1698 – Augsburg 1767). A tiger going out for prey. Jumping out of its den. Etching + engraving. (1738.) Inscribed: J.E.R. fec./ N.35., title in German as above. 18.5 x 14.7 cm.

Thienemann + Schwarz 425. – DESIGN OF SEVERAL ANIMALS XXXV. – Wide-margined impression of the 1^st edition. – The first three words somewhat weak. – “ These plates are much wanted … ” (Th. 1856).

„ This only now is the true tiger (Felis tigris, Linn.). He jumps furiously out of a den with the jaws open wide. “

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