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Antique Framed Print : Kordofan giraffe, Giraffa camelopardalis antiquorum
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Kordofan giraffe, Giraffa camelopardalis antiquorum
Kordofan giraffe, Giraffa camelopardalis antiquorum (Camelopardalis antiquorum). Handcoloured lithograph from Georg Friedrich Treitschkes Gallery of Natural History, Naturhistorischer Bildersaal des Thierreiches, Liepzig, 1842
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Media ID 23208120
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Bildersaal Camelopardalis Friedrich Gallery Georg Giraffa Giraffe Naturhistorischer Thierreiches Treitschke Kordofan
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
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 16.9cm 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 handcoloured lithograph showcases the majestic Kordofan giraffe, Giraffa camelopardalis antiquorum, also known as Camelopardalis antiquorum. The image is a beautiful representation of this subspecies of giraffe, which is native to the Sudan region of Africa. The Kordofan giraffe is characterized by its distinctive coat pattern, featuring large, irregularly shaped patches that merge into each other, creating a unique and intricate design. The lithograph was produced in 1842 by Georg Friedrich Treitschke's Gallery of Natural History, Naturhistorischer Bildersaal des Thierreiches, in Leipzig. Treitschke was a renowned German naturalist and publisher, who was known for his extensive collection of natural history prints. This particular print is a testament to the meticulous attention to detail and artistic skill of the time. The Kordofan giraffe was once widespread across the Sudan region, but due to habitat loss and poaching, its population has declined significantly. Today, it is considered a vulnerable species, with an estimated population of only a few thousand individuals. Conservation efforts are underway to protect this magnificent creature and its habitat, ensuring that future generations can marvel at the beauty and grace of the Kordofan giraffe. This handcoloured lithograph is not only a stunning work of art but also an important historical record of a species that continues to captivate and inspire us. It serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving the natural world and the unique creatures that inhabit it.
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