Framed Print : Toucan, 16th century C013 / 7640
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Toucan, 16th century C013 / 7640
Toucan. 16th-century artwork of a toucan. Toucans, recognised by their large colourful bills, are native to Central and South America. This specimen is from Guanabara Bay, Brazil, briefly the location of a French settlement called French Antarctica before the establishment of Rio de Janeiro in 1565. Artwork from Cosmographie universelle (1575) by the French explorer and writer Andre Thevet (1516-1590). This book described the history and geography of the lands in which Thevet had travelled. The two volumes and four tomes contain over 1000 pages divided into 23 books. This woodcut is from chapter XII of book XXI
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1500s 1575 16th Century Andre Thevet Bird Book 21 Brazil Brazilian Cosmographie Universelle French Latin America Mediaeval Medieval Middle Ages Natural History Ornithological Ornithology Rainforest South America South American Toucan Tropics Woodcut Guanabara Bay Ramphastidae Rio De Janeiro
14"x12" (38x32cm) Modern Frame
Bring the vibrant colors and intrigue of the tropical rainforest into your home with our Framed Prints featuring "Toucan, 16th century C013 / 7640" by MIDDLE TEMPLE LIBRARY/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY. This stunning artwork showcases a toucan, a native bird of Central and South America, with its large, colorful bill and captivating eyes. Add a touch of exotic beauty to your decor with this timeless piece, expertly framed and ready to hang.
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 24.4cm x 20.8cm (9.6" x 8.2")
Estimated Product Size is 37.6cm x 32.5cm (14.8" x 12.8")
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
This print showcases a stunning 16th-century artwork of a toucan, an iconic bird native to Central and South America. Renowned for their vibrant and oversized bills, these magnificent creatures have long fascinated nature enthusiasts. This particular specimen hails from Guanabara Bay in Brazil, which was once home to the French settlement known as French Antarctica before Rio de Janeiro was established in 1565. The artwork is sourced from "Cosmographie universelle" (1575), a comprehensive book authored by the intrepid French explorer and writer André Thevet (1516-1590). This remarkable publication delves into the history and geography of the lands that Thevet had traversed during his expeditions. Comprising two volumes and four tomes spanning over 1000 pages divided into 23 books, it remains an invaluable resource for those interested in medieval natural history. The woodcut featured here is extracted from chapter XII of book XXI within "Cosmographie universelle". Its intricate details capture the essence of this exotic avian species while offering insight into ornithology, zoology, biology, and wildlife prevalent during that era. Set against a monochrome backdrop reminiscent of ancient times, this artwork transports us back to the lush rainforests where these tropical birds thrive. This mesmerizing print serves as a testament to both historical exploration and our enduring fascination with Earth's diverse fauna.
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