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Garganey, Anas querquedula
Garganey, Anas querquedula.. 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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1821 Anas Bookseller Colorist Drawn Engraved Engraver Graves Ornithological Ornithology Publisher Walworth Worked Garganey
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This exquisite hand-colored print depicts the Garganey (Anas querquedula), a striking and elegant duck species native to Europe, Asia, and Africa. The image was meticulously drawn and engraved by the talented George Graves, a versatile figure in the world of 19th-century natural history. Graves was not only an accomplished artist and engraver but also a bookseller and publisher, whose works graced the pages of numerous botanical and ornithological books. This particular print was created for Graves' own publication, "British Ornithology," published in Walworth, London, in 1821. The Garganey is shown in its vibrant plumage, with the male's distinctive chestnut-colored head and neck contrasting sharply with the female's more muted brown and gray feathers. The intricate details of the duck's plumage, as well as its surroundings, are brought to life through Graves' skilled hand-coloring techniques. Graves' dedication to capturing the natural world in all its beauty is evident in this stunning print. His work not only served as a testament to the beauty and diversity of the natural world but also contributed to the advancement of scientific knowledge during a time when exploration and discovery were at the forefront of human curiosity. This print is a captivating reminder of the artistic and scientific achievements of the past and the enduring allure of the natural world.
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