Amaurornis flavirostra, black crake

Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Mary Evans Picture Library

Amaurornis flavirostra, black crake

Ff. 132. Watercolour painting by George Forster annotated Rallus aethiops and made during Captain James Cooks second voyage to explore the southern continent (1772-75)

Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries

Media ID 8617017

© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10705526

1754 1794 18th Century Adventure Bill Captain Cook Captain James Cook Cook Crake Discovery Exploration Forster Gruiformes Johann George Adam Johann George Adam Forster Rallidae Sauropsida Amaurornis Black Crake

EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "Amaurornis flavirostra, or the Black Crake: A Striking Avian Discovery from Captain James Cook's Second Voyage (1772-1775), as Illustrated by George Forster" This watercolor painting, created by the renowned naturalist George Forster during Captain James Cook's second voyage to explore the southern continent (1772-1775), showcases the intricately detailed anatomy of the Amaurornis flavirostra, commonly known as the Black Crake. Forster meticulously captured the vibrant pink hue of this elusive bird's legs and bill, adding a pop of color against the earthy tones of its surroundings. Forster, a German naturalist, accompanied Cook on his expedition as a natural history artist and companion to his fellow naturalist, Johann Reinhold Forster. During their travels, they made numerous discoveries, documenting new species and contributing significantly to the scientific knowledge of the time. The Amaurornis flavirostra, a member of the Rallidae family, is a wading bird native to wetlands in Africa, Madagascar, and parts of Asia. This illustration, annotated as Rallus aethiops, is an accurate representation of the bird's distinctive features, including its long, pinkish-black bill and its cryptic, mottled plumage, which allows it to blend seamlessly into its marshy habitat. This watercolor painting, produced between 1754 and 1794, is an essential addition to any collection of historical natural history illustrations or those focusing on the works of Captain James Cook and George Forster. The intricate details and vibrant colors bring this fascinating creature to life, transporting us back to the spirit of adventure and discovery that characterized the 18th century. This artwork is a testament to the remarkable achievements of Johann Georg Adam Forster, whose keen observations and artistic talents contributed significantly to the scientific understanding of the natural world during an era of exploration and expansion.

MADE IN THE UK
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee

FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools

SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you

* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Basket.