Home > Animals > Birds > Columbiformes > Allies > Dodo
Facsimile of Roelandt Saverys picture of
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Mary Evans Picture Library
Facsimile of Roelandt Saverys picture of
Facsimile of Roelandt Saverys picture of the dodo in the Bellvedere at Vienna, 1628. Handcoloured lithograph after Roelandt Savery from Hugh Edwin Strickland and Alexander Gordon Melvilles The Dodo and its Kindred, London, Reeve, Benham and Reeve, 1848
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 23168648
© Florilegius/Mary Evans
Alexander Cucullatus Didus Dodo Edwin Extinct Facsimile Gordon Heron Hugh Ineptus Kindred Melville Ornithology Raphus Savery Strickland Roelandt
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Animals
> Birds
> Columbiformes
> Allies
> Dodo
> Animals
> Birds
> Herons
> Related Images
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> London
> Related Images
> Mary Evans Prints Online
> New Images August 2021
EDITORS COMMENTS
This facsimile print showcases Roelandt Savery's iconic image of the extinct Dodo (Raphus cucullatus), as it was originally displayed in the Bellvedere at Vienna in 1628. The meticulously hand-colored lithograph, taken from Hugh Edwin Strickland and Alexander Gordon Melville's seminal work "The Dodo and its Kindred," published in London in 1848, offers a fascinating glimpse into the natural history of this enigmatic bird. Roelandt Savery's original painting, believed to be one of the earliest known depictions of the Dodo, is a testament to the artist's remarkable skill and attention to detail. The Dodo, a flightless bird native to the Indian Ocean island of Mauritius, was discovered by Dutch sailors in the late 16th century and quickly became an object of fascination due to its unusual appearance and rapid extinction. In this print, the Dodo is depicted standing on a rocky outcrop, its distinctive, plump body covered in a layer of downy feathers. Its large, round head is adorned with a prominent beak, and its legs and feet are shown in a naturalistic pose. In the background, an eel and a heron can be seen, providing context to the Dodo's ecological niche in its native habitat. The hand-coloring of this lithograph adds an extra layer of detail and vibrancy to the image, bringing the Dodo to life and making it a must-have for any ornithology enthusiast or collector of historical prints. This facsimile print is not only a beautiful work of art but also an important piece of natural history, offering a window into a time when the wonders of the natural world were still being discovered and documented.
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.
