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He laughed London!. The kookaburra, a Laughing Jackass opens its beak wide to give
He laughed London!.
The kookaburra, a Laughing Jackass opens its beak wide to give its famous call at the Bird Fancy exhibition in the Royal Horticultural Hall, London. The bird takes its name from its call, which sounds almost like a human laugh.
The species is the largest of the Kingfisher family and is found in Australia.
2 December 1937
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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 24.4cm x 18.5cm (9.6" x 7.3")
Estimated Product Size is 36.3cm x 31.2cm (14.3" x 12.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this photograph captured in London's Royal Horticultural Hall, the kookaburra steals the show with its infectious laughter. Known as the Laughing Jackass, this magnificent bird opens its beak wide to deliver its famous call at the Bird Fancy exhibition. The image, taken on 2 December 1937 during a time of great upheaval between the wars, transports us back to an era where nature's wonders were celebrated amidst chaos. The kookaburra derives its name from its unique vocalization that closely resembles human laughter. Its resounding cackle echoes through the hall, filling it with joy and amusement. As part of the Kingfisher family, this species holds a special place as Australia's largest representative. This monochrome masterpiece by TopFoto. co. uk captures not only a moment frozen in time but also showcases Europeana photography at its finest. The contrast between light and shadow adds depth to each feather on display while emphasizing the bird's expressive features. As we gaze upon this mesmerizing print, we are reminded of our shared connection with nature across continents and generations. It serves as a timeless reminder that even amidst turmoil, beauty can still thrive – just like this laughing jackass spreading cheer in London all those years ago.
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