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Common swift, Apus apus. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his own "Natural History of British Birds, "London, 1794-1819
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Common swift, Apus apus. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his own "Natural History of British Birds, "London, 1794-1819
FLO4612900 Common swift, Apus apus. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his own " Natural History of British Birds, " London, 1794-1819. Edward Donovan (1768-1837) was an Anglo-Irish amateur zoologist, writer, artist and engraver. He wrote and illustrated a series of volumes on birds, fish, shells and insects, opened his own museum of natural history in London, but later he fell on hard times and died penniless. by Donovan, Edward (1768-1837); (add.info.: Common swift, Apus apus. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his own " Natural History of British Birds, " London, 1794-1819. Edward Donovan (1768-1837) was an Anglo-Irish amateur zoologist, writer, artist and engraver. He wrote and illustrated a series of volumes on birds, fish, shells and insects, opened his own museum of natural history in London, but later he fell on hard times and died penniless.); © Florilegius
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This print showcases the Common swift, Apus apus, a species of bird known for its remarkable aerial abilities. Handcoloured and meticulously detailed, this copperplate engraving was created by Edward Donovan for his renowned work "Natural History of British Birds" between 1794 and 1819. Edward Donovan was not only an Anglo-Irish amateur zoologist but also a talented writer, artist, and engraver. His passion for the natural world led him to produce a series of volumes on birds, fish, shells, and insects. Additionally, he established his own museum of natural history in London. However, despite his initial success and dedication to his craft, Donovan's life took a tragic turn. He encountered financial difficulties that eventually left him penniless. It is disheartening to think that such a talented individual who contributed greatly to our understanding of nature met such an unfortunate fate. Through this image alone we can appreciate both the beauty of the Common swift as well as Donovan's artistic skill in capturing its essence with delicate hand-colouring techniques. This print serves as a testament to the enduring legacy left behind by individuals like Edward Donovan who dedicated their lives to exploring and documenting the wonders of our natural world.
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