Canvas Print : Chaffinch attacking a stuffed Cuckoo Staverton 1948. Photographed by Eric Hosking using a High Speed Flash unit to stop
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Chaffinch attacking a stuffed Cuckoo Staverton 1948. Photographed by Eric Hosking using a High Speed Flash unit to stop
Chaffinch attacking a stuffed Cuckoo Staverton 1948. Photographed by Eric Hosking using a High Speed Flash unit to stop movement
FLPA images of Wildlife and nature
Media ID 9691315
© FLPA/David Hosking
Black Chaffinch Chaffinches Classic Cuckoo Cuckoos Early Eric Finch Finches Flash Historic Hosking Ornithologist Photographs Photos Pioneer Vintage White Coelebs Fringilla
21"x14" (53x35cm) Canvas Print
Bring the thrilling moment of nature's battle to your home or office with our Media Storehouse Canvas Print of "Chaffinch Attacking a Stuffed Cuckoo," photographed by Eric Hosking in 1948. This iconic image, exclusively available through FLPA Images, captures a Chaffinch in mid-attack against a taxidermied Cuckoo. The high-speed flash unit used by Hosking brilliantly freezes the action, offering a stunning and unique perspective into the natural world. Our premium canvas prints are made using the finest materials and printing techniques to ensure vibrant colors and long-lasting quality. Add this captivating piece to your collection and relive the excitement every day.
Ready to hang Premium Gloss Canvas Print. Our archival quality canvas prints are made from Polyester and Cotton mix and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 53.3cm x 35.6cm (21" x 14")
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.
Feathered Fury - Chaffinch Takes Revenge on Stuffed Cuckoo in Epic Showdown!
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this vintage photograph captured by the legendary Eric Hosking, we witness an extraordinary battle between a fearless chaffinch and a stuffed cuckoo. With his trusty high-speed flash unit, Hosking freezes the intense moment of avian aggression for all to marvel at. The mischievous chaffinch seems determined to teach this impostor cuckoo a lesson it won't soon forget! With feathers ruffled and eyes ablaze, our tiny hero fearlessly attacks the stuffed intruder with all its might. Who knew such a small bird could possess such ferocity? This remarkable snapshot showcases not only the incredible behavior of these British birds but also pays homage to Eric Hosking's pioneering work as an ornithologist. His dedication to capturing nature's wonders has left us with timeless treasures like this one. Transporting us back to 1948 in Staverton, England, this black-and-white classic captures the essence of early wildlife photography. The composition is beautifully framed against a white backdrop that emphasizes every intricate detail of these feathered warriors. So let your imagination take flight as you delve into this historic image from FLPA Images! Witness firsthand how even our smallest creatures can display bravery beyond measure when faced with adversity.
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