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Mounted Print : Chaffinch attacking a stuffed Cuckoo Staverton 1948. Photographed by Eric Hosking using a High Speed Flash unit to stop
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Chaffinch attacking a stuffed Cuckoo Staverton 1948. Photographed by Eric Hosking using a High Speed Flash unit to stop
Chaffinch attacking a stuffed Cuckoo Staverton 1948. Photographed by Eric Hosking using a High Speed Flash unit to stop movement
FLPA images of Wildlife and nature
Media ID 9691315
© FLPA/David Hosking
Black Chaffinch Chaffinches Classic Cuckoo Cuckoos Early Eric Finch Finches Flash Historic Hosking Ornithologist Photographs Photos Pioneer Vintage White Coelebs Fringilla
10"x8" Mount with 8"x6" Print
Experience the thrill of nature with our stunning mounted photo from the Media Storehouse range. Witness the intense moment of a Chaffinch in attack mode, taking on a stuffed Cuckoo from the 1948 Staverton exhibition. Captured by renowned photographer Eric Hosking using a High Speed Flash unit, this image freezes the action and brings the drama to life. Add this unique and captivating piece to your home or office decor and bring a touch of the natural world into your space.
Printed on 8"x6" paper and suitable for use in a 10"x8" frame (frame not included). Prints are mounted with card both front and back. Featuring a custom cut aperture to match chosen image. Professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper.
Photo prints supplied in custom cut card mount ready for framing
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 13.6cm (8" x 5.4")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
Feathered Fury - Chaffinch Takes Revenge on Stuffed Cuckoo in Epic Showdown!
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this vintage photograph captured by the legendary Eric Hosking, we witness an extraordinary battle between a fearless chaffinch and a stuffed cuckoo. With his trusty high-speed flash unit, Hosking freezes the intense moment of avian aggression for all to marvel at. The mischievous chaffinch seems determined to teach this impostor cuckoo a lesson it won't soon forget! With feathers ruffled and eyes ablaze, our tiny hero fearlessly attacks the stuffed intruder with all its might. Who knew such a small bird could possess such ferocity? This remarkable snapshot showcases not only the incredible behavior of these British birds but also pays homage to Eric Hosking's pioneering work as an ornithologist. His dedication to capturing nature's wonders has left us with timeless treasures like this one. Transporting us back to 1948 in Staverton, England, this black-and-white classic captures the essence of early wildlife photography. The composition is beautifully framed against a white backdrop that emphasizes every intricate detail of these feathered warriors. So let your imagination take flight as you delve into this historic image from FLPA Images! Witness firsthand how even our smallest creatures can display bravery beyond measure when faced with adversity.
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