Photographic Print : Darwins Pigeons, English Carrier
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Darwins Pigeons, English Carrier
Figure 19, Original line drawing from the book Variation in Animals and Plants under Domestication by Charles Darwin, 1868. Library reference number DC BD 858 (Vol. 1) Date: 1868
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10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Discover the captivating history of natural science with our Media Storehouse Photographic Prints featuring "Darwin's Pigeons, English Carrier." This exquisite print is a line drawing from Charles Darwin's seminal work, Variation in Animals and Plants under Domestication (1868). With intricate detail and historical significance, this print is a must-have for any natural history or Darwin enthusiast's collection. Rights Managed through Mary Evans Prints Online, this print is a high-quality addition to your home or office décor, evoking the scientific curiosity and exploration of the past.
Printed on archival quality paper for unrivalled stable artwork permanence and brilliant colour reproduction with accurate colour rendition and smooth tones. Printed on professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper. 10x8 for landscape images, 8x10 for portrait images.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Figure 19: A Line Drawing of Darwin's English Carrier Pigeon from Variation in Animals and Plants under Domestication (1868) This intriguing line drawing (Figure 19) is an original illustration from Charles Darwin's seminal work, Variation in Animals and Plants under Domestication, published in 1868. The illustration depicts an English Carrier Pigeon (Columba livia domestica), a variety of the common rock pigeon (Columba livia), which was widely kept as a messenger bird due to its homing abilities. Darwin's interest in pigeons extended beyond their utility as messengers. He studied the breeding and variation of domestic pigeons, comparing them to their wild counterparts, the rock doves. This line drawing is a testament to Darwin's meticulous observation and documentation of the diverse morphology of these birds. The English Carrier Pigeon, with its distinct plumage and sleek, streamlined form, stands out against the plain background. Its feathers are smooth and glossy, with a predominantly blue-grey coloration, interspersed with iridescent green and purple hues. The head is adorned with a white band, while the wings exhibit a striking pattern of black bars. This illustration serves as a historical record of the English Carrier Pigeon, a breed that has since declined in popularity due to the advent of modern communication technologies. It also underscores Darwin's groundbreaking work in the field of evolutionary biology, which continues to influence our understanding of the natural world. The Sauropsida classification, which includes birds and reptiles, is reflected in the labeling of this drawing as a Columbidae, or pigeon, within the larger class of Sauropsida. This taxonomic categorization underscores the evolutionary relationship between birds and reptiles, a concept that was revolutionary in Darwin's time and remains foundational to our understanding of the animal kingdom.
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