Fine Art Print : Cassowary (Galeatus)
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Cassowary (Galeatus)
(Casuarius galeatus) A flightless bird found in Australia and New Guinea, related to the ostrich
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Media ID 4340834
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1860 Cassowary Casuarius Found Guinea Ostrich Related Flight Less
A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
Introducing the captivating Cassowary Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, brought to you in collaboration with Mary Evans Prints Online. This exquisite piece showcases the majesty of the Cassowary (Casuarius galeatus), a flightless bird native to Australia and New Guinea, often compared to the ostrich. With its distinctive blue-black plumage, wattle, and helmet-like casque, this bird is a true natural wonder. Our high-quality Fine Art Prints are available under Rights Managed licensing, ensuring you acquire a unique and authentic addition to your home or office decor. Bring the beauty of the natural world into your space with this stunning Cassowary print.
Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions. Hahnemühle certified studio for digital fine art printing. Printed on 308gsm Photo Rag Paper.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 42cm x 51.6cm (16.5" x 20.3")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
A Majestic Cassowary (Casuarius galeatus), the Flightless Wonder of Australia and New Guinea, Captured in an 1860 Photograph Cassowary, a large, flightless bird native to the tropical rainforests of northern Australia and New Guinea, is the subject of this photograph from the annals of history. The Cassowary, scientifically known as Casuarius galeatus, is a unique and intriguing creature, related to the ostrich but distinctly different in many ways. This photograph, taken in the mid-19th century, offers a rare glimpse into the past, providing us with a window into the natural world as it was over a century ago. The Cassowary's distinctive features are on full display, from its helmet-like casque atop its head to its powerful, shaggy legs and long, curved claws. The Cassowary's flightlessness is a result of its adaptation to its rainforest habitat, where trees are dense and the ground is uneven. Instead, it relies on its incredible speed and agility to evade predators, reaching up to 31 miles per hour in short bursts. The Cassowary's importance to its ecosystem cannot be overstated. It plays a crucial role in seed dispersal, consuming and distributing the seeds of various rainforest plants, ensuring their continued growth and survival. This photograph, taken over 150 years ago, serves as a reminder of the rich natural heritage that exists in the world and the importance of preserving it for future generations. The Cassowary remains a symbol of the unique and diverse wildlife that can be found in the rainforests of Australia and New Guinea, a testament to the beauty and wonder of the natural world.
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