Ridinger, Johann Elias (Ulm 1698 – Augsburg 1767). Mule. Harnessed, but otherwise free and proud, in fine landscape. Etching + engraving. (1754.) Inscribed: J. E. R. fec. / N°. 30., title in German as above. 19.1 x 14.4 cm.

Thienemann + Schwarz 510. – Design of Several Animals VII, 30 ( “These plates are much wanted”, Th. 1856 ). – Wide-margined impression of the 1^st edition.
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