Mouse Mat : Wood lark, Lullula arborea
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Wood lark, Lullula arborea
Wood lark, Lullula arborea.. Handcolored copperplate drawn and engraved by George Graves from his own British Ornithology, Walworth, 1821. Graves was a bookseller, publisher, artist, engraver and colorist and worked on botanical and ornithological books
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Media ID 14209514
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1821 Arborea Graves Lark Ornithology
Mouse Mat
A high quality photographic print manufactured into a durable wipe clean mouse mat (27x22cm) with a non slip backing, which works with all mice.
Archive quality photographic print in a durable wipe clean mouse mat with non slip backing. Works with all computer mice
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 16.4cm x 25.4cm (6.5" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 21.8cm x 26.9cm (8.6" x 10.6")
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 print showcases the Wood Lark, Lullula arborea, a small, brown and white bird native to Europe and Asia. The intricate detail of this artwork is a testament to the skill of George Graves, a multi-talented individual who was not only a bookseller and publisher but also an artist, engraver, and colorist. Graves' work on botanical and ornithological books during the early 19th century resulted in stunningly beautiful illustrations, such as this one. The Wood Lark can be found in woodlands, heaths, and grasslands, and is known for its distinctive, melodic song. The bird's plumage is characterized by its brown upperparts, white underparts, and a distinctive white patch on the wings. The beak is short and curved, and the legs are long and yellow. This particular print is taken from Graves' "British Ornithology," published in Walworth in 1821. The meticulous hand-coloring adds depth and vibrancy to the image, making it a true work of art. The copperplate engraving process, which involved creating an engraving on a copper plate and then transferring the image to paper using ink and water, was a popular method for producing high-quality illustrations during this time. Graves' dedication to capturing the natural world in such intricate detail has left us with a beautiful record of the Wood Lark and other species, allowing us to appreciate their beauty and uniqueness even centuries later.
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