Postcard : Bengal florican, Houbaropsis bengalensis
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Bengal florican, Houbaropsis bengalensis
Bengal florican, Houbaropsis bengalensis.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from The Naturalists Pocket Magazine, Harrison, London, 1800
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Postcards (8 pack of A6)
Set of 8, A6 Postcards, featuring the same image on all cards in a set. Printed on 350gsm premium white satin card, the back of the postcard includes space to write messages and an area for the address and stamp. Size of each postcard is 15cm x 10.6cm.
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Estimated Product Size is 10.6cm x 15cm (4.2" x 5.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: A Regal Avian Splendor: The Bengal Florican, Houbaropsis bengalensis The Bengal Florican, Houbaropsis bengalensis, is a critically endangered bird species native to the Indian subcontinent. This exquisite handcolored copperplate engraving from The Naturalist's Pocket Magazine, published in Harrison, London, in 1800, offers a captivating glimpse into the rich natural history of this magnificent avian. The Bengal Florican, also known as the Indian Bustard or Otis bengalensis, is depicted in all its regal splendor in this illustration. With its distinctive plumage of chestnut-brown body, white underparts, and black and white striped head, this bird stands out as a true testament to nature's artistic brilliance. The intricate details of its feathers, beak, and legs are masterfully captured in this engraving, providing an almost lifelike representation of the bird. The Bengal Florican was once widespread across the Indian subcontinent, but its numbers have drastically declined due to habitat loss and fragmentation, poaching, and collisions with vehicles. This engraving serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of preserving the natural world and the unique species that inhabit it. This historical illustration, produced during the height of the Age of Discovery and the rise of natural history as a scientific discipline, is a testament to the fascination and curiosity that humans have always held for the natural world. The meticulous attention to detail and the artistry of the handcoloring process bring the Bengal Florican to life, allowing us to appreciate its beauty and significance even as its numbers dwindle in the wild. In conclusion, this handcolored copperplate engraving of the Bengal Florican is not only a stunning work of art but also a valuable historical document that sheds light on our collective fascination with the natural world and the efforts to document and preserve it for future generations.
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