Poster Print : Hook-billed mallard, Anas platyrhynchos
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Hook-billed mallard, Anas platyrhynchos
Hook-billed mallard, Anas platyrhynchos.. Handcolored copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his own Natural History of British Birds, London, 1794-1819
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Media ID 14210090
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Edwarddonovan Hook Naturalhistoryofbritishbirds Ornithology
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Introducing the stunning Hook-billed Mallard poster print from Media Storehouse, an exquisite addition to your home or office decor. This captivating image, taken from Edward Donovan's "Natural History of British Birds," published in London between 1794 and 1819, showcases the Hook-billed Mallard (Anas platyrhynchos) in all its glory. With intricate hand-coloring applied to the meticulously drawn and engraved copperplate, this poster brings the beauty of this unique duck species to life. Experience the rich history of natural history art with the Media Storehouse Hook-billed Mallard poster print.
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 35.2cm x 59.4cm (13.9" 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 stunning handcolored copperplate print showcases the Hook-billed Mallard (Anas platyrhynchos), a unique and intriguing waterfowl species. The Hook-billed Mallard, also known as the Hook-billed Duck or Donovans Mallard, is a variant of the common Mallard (Anas platyrhynchos) with a distinctive, hooked beak. This feature sets it apart from its closely related counterparts, making it a subject of great interest to ornithologists and natural historians. The illustration, drawn and engraved by the renowned Irish naturalist and artist, Edward Donovan, is taken from his seminal work, "A Natural History of British Birds," published in London between 1794 and 1819. Donovan's meticulous attention to detail is evident in the intricate plumage patterns and lifelike depiction of the Hook-billed Mallard. The print captures the bird in its natural habitat, perched on a rocky outcrop near a serene body of water. The Hook-billed Mallard is a rare and elusive species, with only a few confirmed sightings throughout Europe and Asia. Its status as a variant of the common Mallard suggests that it may be the result of a genetic mutation or hybridization. Despite its rarity, the Hook-billed Mallard has long been a subject of fascination for bird enthusiasts and natural historians. This exquisite print is a testament to the beauty and diversity of the natural world and serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving and documenting rare and endangered species. The intricate details and vibrant colors bring the Hook-billed Mallard to life, making it a valuable addition to any collection of natural history prints or ornithological illustrations.
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