Poster Print : Anas platyrhynchos x strepera, hybrid mallard x gadwall
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Anas platyrhynchos x strepera, hybrid mallard x gadwall
Plate 338 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1835-38), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London
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Anas Anatidae Anseriformes Aquatint Audubon Birds Of America Cheek Duck Feet Fowl Hybrid Anas Boschas Anas Platyrhynchos Anas Strepera Gadwall
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Introducing the latest addition to our Media Storehouse Poster Prints collection: a stunning representation of the Anas platyrhynchos x strepera, or hybrid mallard x gadwall. This captivating image is taken from Plate 338 of John James Audubon's iconic work, "Birds of America." The original double elephant folio print, hand-coloured aquatint engraving, and printing were completed by R. Havell (& Son) in London between 1835 and 1838. Experience the beauty and intricacy of this classic work with our high-quality poster print, perfect for adding a touch of natural history to any room in your home or office.
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 56.1cm x 42cm (22.1" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Plate 338 from John James Audubon's renowned work, "Birds of America," showcases an intriguing hybrid duck, Anas platyrhynchos x strepera, also known as a mallard x gadwall. This exquisite illustration, hand-coloured aquatint, was engraved, printed, and coloured by R. Havell (& Son) in London between 1835 and 1838. The meticulous attention to detail is evident in the intricate plumage patterns, the delicate texture of the feathers, and the lifelike representation of the birds' anatomy. The mallard (Anas platyrhynchos) is easily recognizable by its distinctive green head and chest, while the gadwall (Anas strepera) sports a more muted, brownish-gray appearance. In this hybrid, the two species have combined to create a bimaculated duck with the mallard's green head and the gadwall's brown body. The hybrid's feet, webbed and adapted for swimming, are positioned gracefully, while its beak is slightly open, as if it has just taken a bite of food. The hybrid's cheek bears the telltale white stripe, a characteristic feature of the gadwall, while its collar is adorned with the distinctive black and white markings of the mallard. The illustration captures the birds in their daytime habitat, providing a fascinating glimpse into the natural world of the Anatidae family, or waterfowl. Audubon's "Birds of America" is a testament to the artist's dedication to documenting the natural world with unparalleled accuracy and beauty. This hybrid mallard x gadwall is just one of the many captivating examples of the diverse avian species that populate our planet.
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