Postcard : Eurasian sparrowhawk, Accipiter nisus, female
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Eurasian sparrowhawk, Accipiter nisus, female
Eurasian sparrowhawk, Accipiter nisus, female.. 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 14211845
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1821 Accipiter Eurasian Graves Ornithology Sparrowhawk Nisus
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
This exquisite handcolored copperplate print depicts a female Eurasian Sparrowhawk, Accipiter nisus, in a moment of stillness and poise. The intricate details of her feathers, each one meticulously colored by the skilled hand of George Graves, bring the bird to life on the page. Graves, a versatile figure in the world of 19th century science and art, was not only a bookseller and publisher but also an artist, engraver, and colorist. He dedicated himself to the production of high-quality ornithological illustrations, as evidenced by this stunning example from his work on British Ornithology. Published in 1821, this print captures the essence of the Eurasian Sparrowhawk, a bird of prey native to Europe and Asia. Known for their agility and stealth, these birds of prey are adept hunters, preying upon a variety of birds, including sparrows, larks, and even other hawks. The female, as depicted in this print, is larger and more robust than her male counterpart, with a distinctive broad, banded tail and a slender, hooked beak. The historical significance of this print lies not only in its beautiful execution but also in the context of the time in which it was created. The 1800s marked a period of intense scientific discovery and exploration, and the meticulous documentation of natural history was a vital part of this endeavor. Graves' work, and prints like this one, played a crucial role in advancing our understanding of the natural world, providing a record of the birds of Europe and Asia that continues to captivate and inspire us today.
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