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Antique Framed Print : Entomyzon cyanotis, blue-faced honeyeater
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Entomyzon cyanotis, blue-faced honeyeater
Drawing No. 49, watercolour by George Raper (1792) from The Raper Collection
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1768 1797 18th Century Australasia Australian Belly Eater Faced George Raper Angiospermae Blue Faced Honeyeater Entomyzon Cyanotis
14"x12" (36x31cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, the Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 17.1cm x 24.4cm (6.7" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 31.2cm x 36.3cm (12.3" x 14.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This exquisite watercolor drawing, titled "Entomyzon cyanotis" or the Blue-faced Honeyeater, is a masterpiece from the 18th century by the renowned Australian naturalist and artist, George Raper. The work is part of The Raper Collection, a significant body of natural history illustrations produced between 1768 and 1797. The Blue-faced Honeyeater is a native Australian bird, belonging to the family Meliphagidae, and is characterized by its distinctive blue face, collar, and eye ring. The bird is perched gracefully on a branch, its back feathers a rich, glossy brown, and its belly a lighter shade. The artist's meticulous attention to detail is evident in the intricate rendering of the bird's anatomy, from the delicate feathers on its wings to the texture of its beak and the veins on its legs. The Blue-faced Honeyeater is often found in the flowering plants of Angiospermae, or flowering plants, and can be seen feeding on nectar with its long, curved beak. The drawing captures the bird in its natural habitat, surrounded by the vibrant colors and intricate details of the Angiosperm flowers. Raper's work was groundbreaking for its time, providing valuable insights into the natural world of Australia and contributing significantly to the scientific knowledge of the region's flora and fauna. His watercolors remain a testament to his dedication and passion for the natural world, and continue to inspire and captivate audiences today.
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