Poster Print : Brachyramphus marmoratus, marbled murrelet
Poster Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
Brachyramphus marmoratus, marbled murrelet
Plate 430 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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Alcidae Aquatint Audubon Birds Of America Charadriiformes Cliff Endangered Feet Geomorphology Landform Marbled Pair
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Introducing the stunning Marbled Murrelet poster print from Media Storehouse's exclusive collection. This beautiful artwork showcases the intricate details of Brachyramphus marmoratus, captured in the iconic plate 430 from John James Audubon's Birds of America. Each print is sourced from the original double elephant folio (1835-38), featuring hand-coloured aquatint engravings meticulously produced by R. Havell (& Son) in London. Bring the natural world into your home or office with this exquisite and authentic representation of the marbled murrelet. Experience the rich history and artistry of one of the most influential works in ornithological illustration.
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 430 from John James Audubon's seminal work, "Birds of America," features the enchanting Marbled Murrelet, Brachyramphus marmoratus, depicted in stunning detail in this hand-coloured aquatint print. The Marbled Murrelet is a unique seabird belonging to the auk family, characterized by its short, rounded wings and webbed feet. This particular specimen is shown resting on a rocky cliffside, its intricately patterned plumage contrasting beautifully with the rugged geomorphology of the landform behind it. The Marbled Murrelet is an endangered species, with populations declining due to habitat loss and other human activities. This illustration offers a glimpse into the natural history of this elusive bird, which spends most of its life at sea but nests in old-growth forests, making it one of the few seabirds that nest on land. The meticulous anatomy of the Marbled Murrelet is captured in this exquisite print, with its expressive eyes, curved beak, and intricately textured plumage. The artist's keen observation and the masterful hand of the engraver and colourist bring the bird to life, inviting us to appreciate its unique beauty and the delicate balance of the natural world. This Plate from Audubon's "Birds of America" is a testament to the power of art and science to capture the essence of nature and inspire awe and wonder in generations to come.
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