Jigsaw Puzzle : 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
Jigsaw Puzzle (400 Pieces)
Discover the captivating world of birds with Media Storehouse's Jigsaw Puzzles featuring the elegant and powerful Eurasian Sparrowhawk. This intricately detailed puzzle is drawn from Plate 10 of John Gould's The Birds of Great Britain, Volume 1, published in 1873. With hand-coloured lithographs from Mary Evans Prints Online, each piece showcases the stunning artwork of this iconic raptor in its natural habitat. Challenge yourself and your family to piece together this beautiful jigsaw puzzle, perfect for bird enthusiasts, art lovers, or anyone seeking a rewarding and engaging activity. Bring the exquisite beauty of the natural world into your home and create lasting memories with Media Storehouse's Eurasian Sparrowhawk Jigsaw Puzzle.
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
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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