Jigsaw Puzzle : Muscicapa Melanops. Birds from the Himalaya Mountains, engraving 1831 by Elizabeth Gould

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Muscicapa Melanops. Birds from the Himalaya Mountains, engraving 1831 by Elizabeth Gould

Muscicapa Melanops. Birds from the Himalaya Mountains, engraving 1831 by Elizabeth Gould and John Gould. John Gould was working as a taxidermist, he was known as the bird-stuffer, by the Zoological Society. Goulds fascination with birds from the east began in the late 1820s when a collection of birds from the Himalayan mountains arrived at the Societys museum and Gould conceived the idea of publishing a volume of imperial folio sized hand-coloured lithographs of the eighty species, with figures of a hundred birds. Elizabeth Gould made the drawings and transferred them to the large lithographic stones. They are called Gould plates

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Jigsaw Puzzle (400 Pieces)

Discover the beauty and intrigue of the natural world with our exquisite jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse. This captivating puzzle features "Muscicapa Melanops. Birds from the Himalaya Mountains," an engraving by Elizabeth Gould from the renowned Liszt Collection, created in 1831. The intricate details of this timeless artwork showcase the stunning Muscicapa Melanops bird, native to the Himalayan Mountains. Experience the joy of piecing together history and art, as you bring this magnificent work to life. Perfect for bird enthusiasts, puzzle lovers, or anyone seeking a challenging and rewarding pastime.

400 piece puzzles are custom made in the UK and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.5 mm millboard. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 31x47cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most letter box slots

Jigsaw Puzzles are an ideal gift for any occasion

Estimated Product Size is 31.5cm x 47.2cm (12.4" x 18.6")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.

EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases an exquisite engraving from 1831 by Elizabeth Gould and John Gould, titled "Muscicapa Melanops. Birds from the Himalaya Mountains". The enchanting artwork takes us back to a time when John Gould, renowned as the bird-stuffer of the Zoological Society, became infatuated with avian species from the East. Intrigued by a collection of birds that arrived at the society's museum in the late 1820s, Gould conceived a remarkable idea: to publish an imperial folio-sized volume featuring hand-colored lithographs of eighty species and figures of one hundred birds. This ambitious project led him to collaborate with talented artist Elizabeth Gould, who meticulously created stunning drawings transferred onto large lithographic stones known today as "Gould plates". The Muscicapa Melanops illustration is just one example of their extraordinary work. It portrays an Asian bird native to the majestic Himalayan mountains—a true symbol of exotic beauty. The attention to detail in this early nineteenth-century piece is astounding; every feather seems alive with color and texture. As we gaze upon this close-up view, we are transported into a world where natural history meets artistry. The background adds depth and dimension while emphasizing both the bizarre and fascinating aspects of animal behavior and markings. This print preserves not only a significant moment in British art but also captures our imagination through its portrayal of these magnificent creatures. Let it serve as a reminder that even centuries later, nature's wonders continue to inspire awe within us all.

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