Poster Print : Picus Occipitalis. Birds from the Himalaya Mountains, engraving 1831 by Elizabeth Gould
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Picus Occipitalis. Birds from the Himalaya Mountains, engraving 1831 by Elizabeth Gould
Picus Occipitalis. Birds from the Himalaya Mountains, engraving 1831 by Elizabeth Gould and John Gould. John Gould was working as a taxidermist, he was known as the bird-stuffer, by the Zoological Society. Goulds fascination with birds from the east began in the late 1820s when a collection of birds from the Himalayan mountains arrived at the Societys museum and Gould conceived the idea of publishing a volume of imperial folio sized hand-coloured lithographs of the eighty species, with figures of a hundred birds. Elizabeth Gould made the drawings and transferred them to the large lithographic stones. They are called Gould plates
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A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Experience the rich history of ornithology with our exquisite Media Storehouse Poster Prints. This captivating piece showcases the Picus Occipitalis, a bird native to the Himalaya Mountains, as depicted in an engraving by Elizabeth Gould and John Gould in 1831. Known for their intricate detail and stunning accuracy, these prints are a testament to the artists' mastery and passion for the natural world. Quintessential additions to any home or office, these posters transport you to a time when exploration and discovery were at the forefront of scientific advancement. Bring a touch of history and beauty into your space with our Media Storehouse Poster Prints.
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 37.8cm x 59.4cm (14.9" x 23.4")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases "Picus Occipitalis" a stunning bird species found in the Himalaya Mountains. Engraved in 1831 by Elizabeth Gould and John Gould, this artwork represents their remarkable collaboration. John Gould, known as the bird-stuffer at the Zoological Society, developed a deep fascination with birds from the east during the late 1820s. This passion was ignited when a collection of avian specimens from the Himalayas arrived at the society's museum. Inspired by these exotic creatures, John conceived an ambitious project: to publish a volume of imperial folio-sized hand-colored lithographs featuring eighty different species and one hundred individual birds. To bring his vision to life, he enlisted Elizabeth Gould's artistic talent. She meticulously created intricate drawings that were then transferred onto large lithographic stones. The resulting prints are now famously referred to as "Gould plates". Each plate is a masterpiece of color and detail, showcasing not only the beauty but also capturing unique animal behavior and markings. The close-up depiction allows viewers to appreciate every feather and pattern on this Asian bird. This particular print is part of Liszt Collection's extensive archive of early nineteenth-century British art. It serves as a testament to both Elizabeth and John Gould's contributions to natural history illustration during this period. Their collaborative efforts have left an indelible mark on ornithology enthusiasts worldwide who continue to marvel at their exquisite depictions of avian wonders from distant lands like Picus Occipitalis in all its glory.
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