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Framed Print : Garganey, Anas querquedula
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Garganey, Anas querquedula
Garganey, Anas querquedula.. 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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Media ID 20161059
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1821 Anas Bookseller Colorist Drawn Engraved Engraver Graves Ornithological Ornithology Publisher Walworth Worked Garganey
22"x18" (58x48cm) Modern Frame
Bring the captivating beauty of nature into your home with our Media Storehouse Framed Prints featuring the elegant Garganey, Anas querquedula. This exquisite print, drawn and engraved by George Graves in 1821, showcases the intricate details of this distinctive duck species. Hand-colored from the original copperplate, each print is meticulously framed in a high-quality, contemporary design, ensuring a stunning addition to any room. Experience the timeless charm of natural history with our Media Storehouse Framed Prints.
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
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.6cm x 39.6cm (10.1" 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.
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This exquisite hand-colored print depicts the Garganey (Anas querquedula), a striking and elegant duck species native to Europe, Asia, and Africa. The image was meticulously drawn and engraved by the talented George Graves, a versatile figure in the world of 19th-century natural history. Graves was not only an accomplished artist and engraver but also a bookseller and publisher, whose works graced the pages of numerous botanical and ornithological books. This particular print was created for Graves' own publication, "British Ornithology," published in Walworth, London, in 1821. The Garganey is shown in its vibrant plumage, with the male's distinctive chestnut-colored head and neck contrasting sharply with the female's more muted brown and gray feathers. The intricate details of the duck's plumage, as well as its surroundings, are brought to life through Graves' skilled hand-coloring techniques. Graves' dedication to capturing the natural world in all its beauty is evident in this stunning print. His work not only served as a testament to the beauty and diversity of the natural world but also contributed to the advancement of scientific knowledge during a time when exploration and discovery were at the forefront of human curiosity. This print is a captivating reminder of the artistic and scientific achievements of the past and the enduring allure of the natural world.
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