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Kestrel, Falco tinnunculus (female)
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Kestrel, Falco tinnunculus (female)
Kestrel, Falco tinnunculus (female).. Handcolored copperplate drawn and engraved by George Graves from his own British Ornithology, Walworth, 1821. Graves was a bookseller, publisher, artist, engraver and colorist and worked on botanical and ornithological books
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1811 Falco Graves Kestrel Ornithology Tinnunculus
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This exquisite handcolored copperplate print depicts a female Kestrel, Falco tinnunculus, in intricate detail. The image was meticulously drawn and engraved by George Graves, a renowned British ornithologist, artist, engraver, and publisher, for his seminal work "British Ornithology," published in Walworth in 1821. Graves' expertise in both botanical and ornithological illustrations is evident in the lifelike representation of the Kestrel's plumage, beak, and expressive eyes. The female Kestrel, with her slender body and distinctive ruff around her neck, is poised in mid-flight, showcasing her agility and grace. The delicate handcoloring adds depth and vibrancy to the print, enhancing the intricacies of the engraving. This historical artwork offers a glimpse into the natural world of the early 19th century and the meticulous craftsmanship of George Graves, whose contributions to ornithological illustration continue to inspire and captivate viewers today.
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