Mounted Print : Grey heron, Ardea cinerea, and boat-billed
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Grey heron, Ardea cinerea, and boat-billed
Grey heron, Ardea cinerea, and boat-billed heron, Cochlearius cochlearius.. Handcolored copperplate stipple engraving from Dumont de Sainte-Croixs Dictionary of Natural Science: Ornithology, Paris, France, 1816-1830. Illustration by J. G. Pretre, engraved by Madame Massard, directed by Pierre Jean-Francois Turpin, and published by F.G. Levrault. Jean Gabriel Pretre (1780-1845) was painter of natural history at Empress Josephines zoo and later became artist to the Museum of Natural History
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Media ID 14214832
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Ardea Billed Cinerea Cuvier Dictionary Frederic Gabriel Heron Pretre Stipple Cochlearius
10"x8" Mount with 8"x6" Print
Bring the beauty of the natural world into your home with our exquisite Mounted Photos from Media Storehouse. This stunning image features two magnificent waterbirds: the Grey Heron (Ardea cinerea) and the Boat-billed Heron (Cochlearius cochlearius). Captured in intricate handcolored detail from an 18th century copperplate stipple engraving, these birds are depicted with an elegance and precision that transports you to the tranquil waterside. Each Mounted Photo is meticulously printed and mounted on high-quality archival paper, ensuring your investment is a long-lasting addition to your decor. Rights Managed through Mary Evans Prints Online.
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 13.6cm x 20.3cm (5.4" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This stunning handcolored copperplate stipple engraving depicts two distinct heron species: the Grey Heron (Ardea cinerea) and the Boat-billed Heron (Cochlearius cochlearius). The image is taken from the "Dictionnaire de Naturalisie: Omnithologie" ornithology volume of Dumont de Sainte-Croix's comprehensive Dictionary of Natural Science, published in Paris, France between 1816 and 1830. The Grey Heron, with its elegant grey plumage and long, S-shaped neck, is a common sight in wetlands across the Old World. The Boat-billed Heron, on the other hand, is native to Central and South America. It is easily recognizable by its large, upturned, boat-shaped beak, which is perfectly adapted for its feeding habits. The illustration was created by the skilled hand of Jean Gabriel Pretre (1780-1845), a painter of natural history at Empress Josephine's zoo and later becoming the artist to the Museum of Natural History in Paris. The engraving was executed by Madame Massard, under the direction of Pierre Jean-Francois Turpin, and published by F.G. Levrault. This exquisite work of art is a testament to the meticulous attention to detail and scientific accuracy that characterized natural history illustrations of the time. It is a valuable historical record of the natural world and a beautiful work of art in its own right.
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