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Little egret, Ardea garzetta, Egretta garzetta
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Little egret, Ardea garzetta, Egretta garzetta
Little egret, Ardea garzetta, Egretta garzetta.. Handcolored copperplate drawn and engraved by George Graves from his own British Ornithology, Walworth, 1821. Graves was a bookseller, publisher, artist, engraver and colorist and worked on botanical and ornithological books
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1821 Ardea Bookseller Colorist Drawn Egret Egretta Engraved Engraver Graves Howitt Ornithological Ornithology Publisher Samuel Walworth Worked Garzetta
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This exquisitely hand-colored print showcases the elegant and graceful form of the Little Egret, Ardea garzetta, also known as Egretta garzetta. The image was meticulously drawn and engraved by the renowned British artist, George Graves, from his seminal work "British Ornithology," published in Walworth in 1821. Graves was a polymath of his time, excelling not only as a bookseller and publisher but also as an artist, engraver, and colorist. His mastery of these various artistic mediums is evident in the intricate detail and vibrant hues of this print. The Little Egret, a native of the Old World, is depicted in its full regal splendor, with its striking plumes of white feathers contrasting against the dark background. This elegant bird, with its long, slender legs and delicate beak, is a common sight in wetlands and shallow waters across Europe, Asia, and Africa. Graves' meticulous attention to detail captures the bird's unique features, from the delicate texture of its feathers to the subtle curves of its beak and legs. Graves' work was a testament to the beauty and diversity of the natural world, and this print is a prime example of his artistic prowess. His dedication to the preservation of natural history through his art and publishing endeavors continues to inspire and captivate audiences to this day.
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