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Framed Print : Spotted dove or pancou, Spilopelia chinensis
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Spotted dove or pancou, Spilopelia chinensis
Spotted dove or pancou, Spilopelia chinensis.. Handcolored copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his own Natural History of British Birds, London, 1794-1819
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1794 1819 Chinensis Donovan Dove Drawn Engraved Spotted
22"x18" (58x48cm) Modern Frame
Bring the beauty of natural history into your home with our exquisite Spotted Dove Framed Print from Media Storehouse. This stunning print, featuring the Spilopelia chinensis or Spotted Dove, is a hand-colored copperplate drawing and engraving from Edward Donovan's Natural History of British Birds, published in London between 1794 and 1819. Each print is carefully framed in a classically elegant style, preserving the intricate details and vibrant colors of this timeless work. Add a touch of history and natural wonder to any room in your home with this beautiful and authentic piece.
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 23.5cm 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.
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This exquisite handcolored print depicts the Spotted Dove, also known as the Pancou (Spilopelia chinensis), a beautiful and common bird found in Africa, Asia, and the Pacific. The image is taken from Edward Donovan's "Natural History of British Birds," published in London between 1794 and 1819. Donovan, an accomplished naturalist and artist, created this work with meticulous attention to detail, drawing and engraving each plate himself. The Spotted Dove is a medium-sized bird with a plump body and a distinctive spotted pattern on its wings and back. The bird in this print is shown perched on a branch, its head turned slightly to the side, giving a lifelike and intimate portrayal. The intricate patterns on the bird's feathers are beautifully rendered in the handcoloring, adding depth and texture to the image. Donovan's "Natural History of British Birds" was a groundbreaking work in the field of ornithology, featuring accurate and detailed illustrations of over 500 species. The copperplate printing process used to create these plates allowed for high-quality, detailed images that were widely used in scientific and artistic circles. This Spotted Dove print is a testament to Donovan's skill as both an artist and a naturalist, and remains a valuable and stunning addition to any collection of natural history prints.
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