Photo Mug : Accipiter nisus, Eurasian sparrow hawk
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Accipiter nisus, Eurasian sparrow hawk
Plate 10 from John Goulds The Birds of Great Britain, Vol. 1 (1873). Hand coloured lithograph
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Accipiter Accipitridae Accipitriformes Action Attack Birds Of Great Britain Dramatic Eurasian Gould Accipiter Nisus Eurasian Sparrowhawk
Photo Mug
Introducing the Media Storehouse Photo Mug, a unique and thoughtful gift that lets you take your favorite images with you everywhere. This mug features an exquisite hand-colored lithograph of the Accipiter nisus, also known as the Eurasian Sparrow Hawk. Taken from the esteemed collection at Mary Evans Prints Online, this captivating image is taken from John Gould's The Birds of Great Britain, Volume 1 (1873). Each mug holds 11 oz of your favorite beverage and is microwave and dishwasher safe. Bring a piece of history and natural beauty to your daily routine with the Media Storehouse Photo Mug.
A personalised photo mug blends sentimentality with functionality, making an ideal gift for cherished loved ones, close friends, or valued colleagues. Preview may show both sides of the same mug.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
Mug Size is 9.5cm high x 8cm diameter (3.7" x 3.1")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
EDITORS COMMENTS
Plate 10 from John Gould's The Birds of Great Britain, Volume 1 (1873) presents a captivating and dramatic illustration of the Eurasian Sparrowhawk (Accipiter nisus) in action. The hand-coloured lithograph, a masterpiece of 19th-century natural history art, depicts the bird mid-attack, its sharp, hooked beak and talons fully extended, ready to strike. The hawk's grey and brown plumage is beautifully rendered, with intricate detailing on the feathers, creating a lifelike representation of this agile and stealthy raptor. The Eurasian Sparrowhawk is a member of the Accipitridae family, order Accipitriformes, and is a common bird of prey in Europe and Asia. Known for its ability to fly silently and swiftly, it is an expert hunter, preying on small birds and mammals during the daytime. This image captures the intensity and focus of the hawk as it hunts, making it a stunning addition to any natural history collection. The illustration's dramatic composition, with the hawk in flight against a backdrop of branches and foliage, adds to the sense of action and energy. The intricate hand-colouring further enhances the detail and realism of the image, making it a true work of art. Overall, Plate 10 from John Gould's The Birds of Great Britain, Volume 1 is a testament to the beauty and power of the natural world, captured in exquisite detail during the 19th century.
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