Framed Print : Tympanuchus phasianellus, sharp-tailed grouse
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Tympanuchus phasianellus, sharp-tailed grouse
Plate 382 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1835-38), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London
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Aquatint Audubon Behaviour Birds Of America Brow Fowl Galliformes Geomorphology Grouse Landform Locomotion Moorland Mottled Pair
22"x18" (58x48cm) Modern Frame
Introducing the stunning addition to our Framed Prints collection at Media Storehouse: a captivating image of the Sharp-tailed Grouse (Tympanuchus phasianellus) from the renowned work "Birds of America" by John James Audubon. This exquisite piece, originally published in 1835-38, is taken from Plate 382 and features meticulous hand-coloring, engraving, and printing by R. Havell (& Son) of London. With its rich history and exceptional attention to detail, this Framed Print is a must-have for bird enthusiasts and art collectors alike. Bring the beauty of nature into your home or office with this timeless masterpiece.
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 39.6cm x 25.8cm (15.6" x 10.2")
Estimated Product Size is 57.9cm x 47.8cm (22.8" x 18.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Plate 382 from John James Audubon's monumental work, "Birds of America," showcases the intricately detailed illustration of the Sharp-tailed Grouse, Tympanuchus phasianellus. This magnificent work, created between 1835 and 1838, is an original double elephant folio hand-coloured aquatint engraving, produced by R. Havell (& Son) of London. The Sharp-tailed Grouse, a native North American fowl, is depicted in its natural habitat, standing proudly on a mottled, brow-colored ground, with a backdrop of rolling hills and a distant mountain range. The bird's anatomy is rendered in exquisite detail, revealing the intricate feather patterns and the subtle coloration on its body, which provides excellent camouflage in the moorland environment. The Sharp-tailed Grouse is named for the distinctive, fan-like feathers on its tail, which it raises during courtship displays. In this illustration, the pair of birds are shown in a moment of interaction, with one bird gazing intently at the other, their eyes meeting in a captivating display of avian behavior. The geomorphology of the landform is also depicted in the background, with the undulating hills and the distant mountain range providing a sense of depth and perspective to the image. The sharp contrast between the rich, hand-coloured details of the birds and the muted tones of the landscape create a striking visual effect, highlighting the beauty and intricacy of both the birds and their natural environment. This illustration is a testament to the artistic and scientific mastery of John James Audubon and the skilled craftsmanship of R. Havell (& Son). It is a fascinating glimpse into the natural world of the past, providing a window into the behavior and anatomy of a unique and captivating species.
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