Glass Place Mat : Australasian thrush from Shaw and Nodder s
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Australasian thrush from Shaw and Nodder s
Australasian thrush from Shaw and Nodders -Naturalists Miscell. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, London, 1812
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Glass Place Mat (Set of 4)
Set of 4 Glass Place Mats. Stylish and elegant polished safety glass, toughened and heat resistant (275x225mm, 7mm thick). Matching Coasters also available.
Set of 4 Glass Place Mats. Elegant polished safety glass and heat resistant. Matching Coasters may also be available
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 21cm x 25.4cm (8.3" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 22.5cm x 27.5cm (8.9" x 10.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
EDITORS COMMENTS
This exquisitely hand-colored copperplate engraving showcases the Australasian Thrush (Turdus australis), a native bird species of Australia and New Guinea. Depicted in this image is a male bird, with its distinctive brown plumage, black mask around its eyes, and a white underbelly. The Australasian Thrush, also known as the Merle Jaune-Huppe or Levaillant's Merle, is a ground-dwelling bird that is commonly found in forests, grasslands, and gardens. This engraving is taken from "The Naturalists Miscellany," a publication by George Shaw and Frederick Nodder, published in London in 1812. Shaw and Nodder were renowned naturalists and illustrators of their time, and their work was considered to be of the highest quality. The Naturalists Miscellany was a series of hand-colored plates featuring a wide range of birds, mammals, reptiles, and fish from various parts of the world. The Australasian Thrush was first described by the French naturalist Jean-Baptiste Lamarck in 1801, and this engraving is based on a specimen obtained by the French naturalist Jean-Baptiste de Lamarck. The bird is shown perched on a twig, with its head turned slightly towards its left, giving a clear view of its distinctive markings. The intricate details of the feathers, the beak, and the legs are all rendered with great precision and accuracy, making this a beautiful and informative piece of zoological illustration. This image is a testament to the remarkable work of Shaw and Nodder, who captured the beauty and diversity of the natural world through their meticulous illustrations. The Australasian Thrush remains a beloved bird species in Australia and New Guinea, and this engraving serves as a reminder of the rich natural history of these countries and the importance of preserving and celebrating the natural world.
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