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Poster Print : Sylvicola Aureola K030081
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Sylvicola Aureola K030081
DOWN HOUSE, Kent. Coloured engraving of two finches " Sylvicola Aureola" from " The Zoology of the Voyage of HMS Beagle, Part III Birds". Plate XXVIII. Edited by Charles Darwin
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Media ID 1330720
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A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse range of Poster Prints featuring the captivating image "Sylvicola Aureola K030081" from the Historic England Photo Library. This stunning print showcases a beautiful engraving of two finches, Sylvicola Aureola, as depicted in "The Zoology of the Voyage of HMS Beagle, Part III Birds". Edited by none other than Charles Darwin, this plate, specifically XXVIII, is a testament to the rich natural history discoveries made during the iconic HMS Beagle voyage. Bring the wonders of the natural world into your home or office with this exquisite poster print. The intricate detail and vibrant colors of the image are sure to impress, making it a perfect addition to any space. Order yours today and journey through the annals of history and the beauty of nature with every glance.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 42cm x 49.4cm (16.5" x 19.4")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This engraving, titled "Sylvicola Aureola" or the Golden-crowned Sylph, is taken from Plate XXVIII of "The Zoology of the Voyage of HMS Beagle, Part III Birds," edited by the renowned naturalist Charles Darwin. The image was produced in the mid-19th century and is part of the extensive collection held by Historic England Photo Library. The engraving depicts two finches, likely the Golden-crowned Sparrows (Zonotrichia auricapilla), which were among the many bird species that caught Darwin's attention during the HMS Beagle's voyage around the world from 1831 to 1836. The intricate details of their plumage and the delicate shading in the engraving are a testament to the meticulous work of the skilled engraver. The image captures the birds in their natural habitat, Down House in Kent, England. Down House was Darwin's family home from 1842 until his death in 1882. It was here that he wrote some of his most groundbreaking works, including "On the Origin of Species," which revolutionized the scientific understanding of evolution. The presence of these finches in Darwin's backyard would have provided him with valuable observations, contributing to his development of the theory of natural selection. The engraving serves as a visual reminder of the significant role that birds, and the natural world more broadly, played in Darwin's scientific discoveries.
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