Framed Print : Little kingfisher, Alcedo pusilla
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Little kingfisher, Alcedo pusilla
Little kingfisher, Alcedo pusilla.. Handcolored copperplate zoological engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, 1792
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Media ID 14217544
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Alcedo Frederick Kingfisher Miscellany Naturalist Nodder Pusilla Shaw Zoological
22"x18" (58x48cm) Modern Frame
Bring the captivating beauty of the natural world into your home with our exquisite framed prints from Media Storehouse. This stunning piece features the vibrant and intricately detailed illustration of a Little Kingfisher, Alcedo pusilla, taken from George Shaw and Frederick Nodder's The Naturalist's Miscellany, published in 1792. Hand-colored copperplate zoological engraving showcases the bird's elegant posture and vivid plumage, making it a true work of art. Each print is carefully framed in a classic style, adding an air of sophistication and elegance to any room. Experience the wonder of nature up close with this beautiful and authentic piece from Media Storehouse.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 16x12 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 22x18 inches (58x48cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm 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
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 23.7cm x 39.6cm (9.3" x 15.6")
Estimated Product Size is 47.8cm x 57.9cm (18.8" x 22.8")
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
This exquisite handcolored copperplate engraving depicts the Little Kingfisher, Alcedo pusilla, a small and vibrant bird species native to the Indian Subcontinent and Southeast Asia. The illustration is taken from George Shaw and Frederick Nodder's "The Naturalist's Miscellany," published in 1792. Shaw and Nodder were renowned naturalists of their time, and their work was instrumental in documenting the natural history of various species. The Little Kingfisher is a diminutive bird, measuring only about 12 centimeters in length. It is characterized by its bright blue and orange plumage, with a long, downward-curved beak that is perfectly adapted for catching fish in shallow waters. The bird is perched on a branch in this illustration, its sharp gaze fixed intently on the water below. The intricate detail and lifelike quality of this engraving are a testament to the skill of the engravers and the high-quality materials used in the production process. The handcoloring adds an additional layer of beauty and realism to the image, making it a valuable historical document as well as an aesthetically pleasing work of art. The Little Kingfisher was an object of fascination for naturalists and collectors during the 18th and 19th centuries, and this illustration would have been highly prized as a decorative piece or as a scientific record. Today, it serves as a reminder of the rich natural history of the Indian Subcontinent and Southeast Asia, and the important role that naturalists and illustrators played in documenting and preserving that history for future generations.
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