Greetings Card : Accipiter nisus, Eurasian sparrow hawk
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Accipiter nisus, Eurasian sparrow hawk
Plate 10 from John Goulds The Birds of Great Britain, Vol. 1 (1873). Hand coloured lithograph
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Accipiter Accipitridae Accipitriformes Action Attack Birds Of Great Britain Dramatic Eurasian Gould Accipiter Nisus Eurasian Sparrowhawk
Greetings Card (A5)
Introducing the latest addition to our Media Storehouse Greetings Card range: a captivating design featuring the Eurasian Sparrow Hawk. This exquisite image, taken from John Gould's "The Birds of Great Britain," Vol. 1 (1873), showcases the Accipiter nisus in stunning detail. Hand-coloured lithograph by Mary Evans Prints Online brings out the intricacies of this bird's plumage and expressive features. Ideal for nature lovers and bird enthusiasts, these cards are perfect for expressing warm wishes, congratulations, or simply to brighten someone's day. Add a touch of elegance and charm to your correspondence with our beautiful, vintage-inspired greeting cards.
Create your own greetings card. Size when folded is A5 (14.5x21cm or 5.7x8.3 inches)
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 14.5cm x 21cm (5.7" x 8.3")
Estimated Product Size is 29cm x 21cm (11.4" x 8.3")
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
Plate 10 from John Gould's The Birds of Great Britain, Volume 1 (1873) presents a captivating and dramatic illustration of the Eurasian Sparrowhawk (Accipiter nisus) in action. The hand-coloured lithograph, a masterpiece of 19th-century natural history art, depicts the bird mid-attack, its sharp, hooked beak and talons fully extended, ready to strike. The hawk's grey and brown plumage is beautifully rendered, with intricate detailing on the feathers, creating a lifelike representation of this agile and stealthy raptor. The Eurasian Sparrowhawk is a member of the Accipitridae family, order Accipitriformes, and is a common bird of prey in Europe and Asia. Known for its ability to fly silently and swiftly, it is an expert hunter, preying on small birds and mammals during the daytime. This image captures the intensity and focus of the hawk as it hunts, making it a stunning addition to any natural history collection. The illustration's dramatic composition, with the hawk in flight against a backdrop of branches and foliage, adds to the sense of action and energy. The intricate hand-colouring further enhances the detail and realism of the image, making it a true work of art. Overall, Plate 10 from John Gould's The Birds of Great Britain, Volume 1 is a testament to the beauty and power of the natural world, captured in exquisite detail during the 19th century.
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