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Red-legged partridge, Alectoris rufa
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Red-legged partridge, Alectoris rufa
Red-legged partridge, Alectoris rufa.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany 1812
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Alectoris Frederick Legged Miscellany Naturalist Nodder Partridge Polydore Rufa Shaw
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This stunning handcolored copperplate engraving depicts the Red-legged Partridge, Alectoris rufa, a game bird native to Europe. The image is taken from George Shaw and Frederick Nodder's "The Naturalist's Miscellany," published in 1812. Shaw, a renowned English naturalist, and Nodder, a skilled engraver, collaborated on this comprehensive work, which showcased a wide range of animals and plants. The Red-legged Partridge is a medium-sized bird, with a distinctive red-brown coloration on its legs and lower body. The male, as depicted in this engraving, has a rich chestnut-brown plumage with black and white stripes on its flanks, while the female has a more muted coloration with brown and grey feathers. The Red-legged Partridge is a ground-dwelling bird, and its strong legs and powerful flight capabilities make it an agile and elusive prey for hunters. The Red-legged Partridge was an important game bird in Europe, and its image appeared frequently in natural history publications and artworks of the time. This engraving, with its intricate details and vibrant colors, is a testament to the skill and artistry of Shaw and Nodder, as well as the fascination with the natural world that characterized the early 19th century. The historical significance of this image, combined with its aesthetic appeal, makes it a valuable addition to any collection of natural history prints.
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