Polysticta stelleri, Stellers eider
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Polysticta stelleri, Stellers eider
Plate 429 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1835-38), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London
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Anatidae Anseriformes Aquatint Audubon Birds Of America Duck Eider Feet Fowl Mask Pair Sauropsida Polysticta
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This stunning hand-colored aquatint print showcases the intricate details of a Steller's Eider (Polysticta stelleri), as depicted in Plate 429 from John James Audubon's iconic work, "Birds of America." The orange-hued background sets the stage for this magnificent waterfowl, with its distinctive green head and long, slender neck extending gracefully from its mask-like face. The intricate anatomy of the Steller's Eider is on full display, from its webbed feet to the fine feathers covering its body. Audubon's meticulous attention to anatomy and naturalistic representation is evident in the way the eider's feathers are rendered, with each quill and barb delicately colored and textured. The eider's bill is slightly open, revealing the pinkish interior, while its eyes are bright and alert. The print captures the bird in its natural habitat, outside in the daytime, with the sun casting a warm glow over its feathers. The Steller's Eider is a large, long-lived sea duck that is native to the North Pacific Ocean. Named after the Russian explorer Vitus Bering, who first described the species in 1741, the Steller's Eider is a member of the Anatidae family and is closely related to the common eider. This exquisite print is a testament to Audubon's unwavering commitment to documenting the natural world with precision and beauty. Engraved, printed, and hand-colored by R. Havell & Son in London, this print is a true masterpiece of 19th-century natural history illustration. The intricacy and detail of the work are awe-inspiring, making it a must-have for any serious collector of natural history or bird prints.
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