Framed Print : Corncrake, historical artwork
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Corncrake, historical artwork
Corncrake. Historical artwork of a corncrake, or landrail (Crex crex). This bird differs from its relatives the coot, moorhen and rail in that it does not live in water. Instead it inhabits grasslands throughout much of Europe and Africa. It is a migrant, breeding in Europe and Asia and wintering in Africa and the Mediterranean region. The advent of mechanised agriculture greatly reduced its numbers, as it nests in fields and meadows, and farm machines destroy its nests and eggs. It feeds on seeds and insects, and may reach a length of up to 30 centimetres. Its scientific name is taken from its harsh " crex crex" call. Artwork drawn by Archibald Thorburn (1860-1935)
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Media ID 6464795
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Archibald Bird Drawing Migrant Migratory Ornithological Rail Thorburn Vertical Corn Crake Crex Crex Landrail
14"x12" (38x32cm) Modern Frame
Introduce a touch of natural history into your home décor with Media Storehouse's Framed Prints featuring the captivating image of a Corncrake, an intriguing bird from the past. This historical artwork, sourced from Science Photo Library, showcases the unique beauty of the Corncrake, also known as the landrail, which sets itself apart from its water-loving relatives with its terrestrial habitat. Bring the charm of the countryside into your living space with this exquisite piece of art, expertly framed to preserve its timeless appeal.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (38x32cm). 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 18.3cm x 24.4cm (7.2" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 32.5cm x 37.6cm (12.8" x 14.8")
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 print showcases a historical artwork of a corncrake, also known as the landrail (Crex crex). Unlike its relatives such as the coot, moorhen, and rail that thrive in water habitats, this unique bird prefers grasslands across Europe and Africa. With its migratory nature, it breeds in Europe and Asia during summers but winters in Africa and the Mediterranean region. Unfortunately, the advancement of mechanized agriculture has significantly impacted its population. The corncrake builds nests within fields and meadows which are easily destroyed by farm machines along with their precious eggs. Despite these challenges, this resilient creature sustains itself by feeding on seeds and insects while growing up to an impressive length of 30 centimeters. The scientific name "crex crex" is derived from its distinctive call that resembles harsh utterances. This remarkable artwork was skillfully drawn by Archibald Thorburn (1860-1935), renowned for his ornithological illustrations. Through this vertical composition filled with intricate details, we can appreciate both the beauty of nature's creations and the rich history behind them. This print serves as a reminder of our responsibility to protect vulnerable species like the corncrake from further decline caused by human activities. Its presence symbolizes not only our interconnectedness with wildlife but also highlights how art can immortalize these magnificent creatures for generations to come.
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