Rattlesnake and Crocodile Antique Bookplate floating I find the palette extraordinary

I find the palette extraordinary

while also shifting in character based on how the light hits it

And who/which is Esnath

7 1/4" tall without handle

The print was executed in dark green ink on rice paper

Rattlesnake and Crocodile Antique Bookplate floating I find the palette extraordinaryI'm not sure the source of this antique bookplate, a lithograph I believe, but what a couple of beautifully rendered, intimidating creatures! I especially love how their bared teeth point in opposite directions on the diagonal, pointing outward toward looming predators, or unwanted guests! 7 x 4 1 4". Some age toning and a little roughness along the bottom edge but overall good condition.