Metal Print : Great northern loon or diver, Gavia immer
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Great northern loon or diver, Gavia immer
Great northern loon or diver, Gavia immer.. Handcolored copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his own Natural History of British Birds, London, 1794-1819
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Media ID 14210092
© Florilegius / Mary Evans
Edwarddonovan Naturalhistoryofbritishbirds Ornithology
15"x10" (38x25cm) Metal Print
Bring the timeless beauty of Edward Donovan's handcolored copperplate engraving of the Great Northern Loon or Diver (Gavia immer) into your home with Media Storehouse's Metal Prints. This exquisite image, originally published in Donovan's Natural History of British Birds (1794-1819), showcases the intricate details and vibrant colors of this majestic bird. Our high-quality Metal Prints are not only visually stunning but also durable, with a long-lasting finish that resists fading and discoloration. Add a touch of natural history and elegance to your decor with this captivating work of art.
Your image is printed photographically and bonded to a 3.5mm thick, Dibond board (black polyethylene sandwiched between two sheets of white coated aluminium). The panel is then sealed with a gloss protective covering. Supplied complete with a wall mount which holds the print 10mm from the wall.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 38.1cm (10" x 15")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This exquisite hand-colored copperplate print depicts the Great Northern Loon, or Gavia immer, a majestic bird native to the cold waters of the Northern Hemisphere. The print is drawn and engraved by the renowned Irish naturalist and illustrator, Edward Donovan, for his seminal work, "A Natural History of British Birds," published in London between 1794 and 1819. Donovan's meticulous attention to detail is evident in the intricate feather patterns and lifelike representation of the loon's distinctive features. The bird is shown in its aquatic environment, with rippling water reflecting its elegant form. The Great Northern Loon, also known as the diver due to its ability to dive deep underwater in search of food, is a symbol of the pristine wilderness of the northern regions. This historical illustration is a testament to the rich ornithological tradition of the 18th and 19th centuries, a time when natural history was a burgeoning field of scientific inquiry. Donovan's work, along with that of other naturalists and illustrators of the period, contributed significantly to the advancement of our understanding of the natural world. The Brant Goose (Branta canadensis) is also depicted in the print, swimming alongside the loon. The Brant Goose is a migratory bird that breeds in the Arctic tundra and winters in the mid-latitudes. Its distinctive black neck and white underparts make it easily recognizable. This beautiful and historically significant print is a treasure for any collection focused on natural history, ornithology, or the history of scientific illustration.
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