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Photographic Print : Great Auk, Pinguinus impennis, large, flightless
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Great Auk, Pinguinus impennis, large, flightless
Great Auk, Pinguinus impennis, large, flightless bird that became extinct in the mid-19th century.. Colour printed illustration by Heinrich Harder from Tiere der Urwelt Animals of the Prehistoric World, 1916, Hamburg. Heinrich Harder (1858-1935) was a German landscape artist and book illustrator
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Media ID 14211954
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Cliff Creature Dinosaur Extinct Flightless Hamburg Harder Heinrich Pinguinus Prehistoric Tiere Urwelt Alcid Auks Impennis
10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints featuring the elusive Great Auk, Pinguinus impennis. This stunning, large, flightless bird once thrived in the North Atlantic Ocean but tragically became extinct in the mid-19th century. Our high-quality print showcases an exquisite color illustration by Heinrich Harder from Tiere der Urwelt Animals of the Prehistoric, bringing the beauty and history of this remarkable species into your home or office. Each print is rights managed through Mary Evans Prints Online, ensuring authenticity and excellence. Bring a piece of natural history into your space with this captivating Great Auk print.
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 Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 17.9cm (10" x 7")
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.
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This chromolithograph depicts the Great Auk, Pinguinus impennis, a large, flightless bird that once thrived in the North Atlantic Ocean. The Great Auk, also known as the 'dinosaur bird' due to its ancient appearance, was an alcid, a type of seabird. This extinct creature, last sighted in the mid-19th century, is shown perched on a cliffside, displaying its distinctive features: a bulky body, short wings, and a large, round head. Heinrich Harder, a renowned German landscape artist and book illustrator, created this stunning illustration for Tiere der Urwelt (Animals of the Prehistoric World), published in Hamburg in 1916. Harder's meticulous attention to detail and mastery of color bring the Great Auk to life in this print. The Great Auk's extinction remains a mystery, with human activities, such as hunting and habitat destruction, believed to be the primary causes. This historical illustration serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of preserving the natural world and the consequences of human interference. As a testament to the rich history of natural history illustration, this image continues to fascinate and inspire, offering a glimpse into the past and the wonders of the natural world that once were.
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