Mounted Print : Little kingfisher, Alcedo pusilla
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Little kingfisher, Alcedo pusilla
Little kingfisher, Alcedo pusilla.. Handcolored copperplate zoological engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, 1792
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Media ID 14217544
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Alcedo Frederick Kingfisher Miscellany Naturalist Nodder Pusilla Shaw Zoological
10"x8" Mount with 8"x6" Print
Bring the vibrant world of nature into your home with our exquisite Mounted Photos from Media Storehouse. This stunning image showcases the intricately detailed handcolored copperplate engraving of a Little Kingfisher, Alcedo pusilla, taken from George Shaw and Frederick Nodder's The Naturalist's Miscellany, published in 1792. Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, this timeless piece of art captures the essence of this captivating bird species. Each Mounted Photo is meticulously printed on premium quality paper and mounted on a sturdy backing, ensuring a long-lasting and elegant display. Add a touch of history and beauty to your walls with our Mounted Photos - the perfect addition to any room.
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 12.2cm x 20.3cm (4.8" 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 exquisite handcolored copperplate engraving depicts the Little Kingfisher, Alcedo pusilla, a small and vibrant bird species native to the Indian Subcontinent and Southeast Asia. The illustration is taken from George Shaw and Frederick Nodder's "The Naturalist's Miscellany," published in 1792. Shaw and Nodder were renowned naturalists of their time, and their work was instrumental in documenting the natural history of various species. The Little Kingfisher is a diminutive bird, measuring only about 12 centimeters in length. It is characterized by its bright blue and orange plumage, with a long, downward-curved beak that is perfectly adapted for catching fish in shallow waters. The bird is perched on a branch in this illustration, its sharp gaze fixed intently on the water below. The intricate detail and lifelike quality of this engraving are a testament to the skill of the engravers and the high-quality materials used in the production process. The handcoloring adds an additional layer of beauty and realism to the image, making it a valuable historical document as well as an aesthetically pleasing work of art. The Little Kingfisher was an object of fascination for naturalists and collectors during the 18th and 19th centuries, and this illustration would have been highly prized as a decorative piece or as a scientific record. Today, it serves as a reminder of the rich natural history of the Indian Subcontinent and Southeast Asia, and the important role that naturalists and illustrators played in documenting and preserving that history for future generations.
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