Poster Print : Rhinoceros and elephant, 16th century
Poster Prints from Science Photo Library
Rhinoceros and elephant, 16th century
Rhinoceros and elephant. 16th-century artwork of several rhinoceroses and elephants, including a man in a tree (upper right) hunting an elephant with a bow-and-arrow. Artwork from Cosmographie universelle (1575) by the French explorer and writer Andre Thevet (1516-1590). This book described the history and geography of the lands in which Thevet had travelled. The two volumes and four tomes contain over 1000 pages divided into 23 books. This woodcut is from chapter XIX of book XI
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Media ID 9199645
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1500s 1575 16th Century Africa African Andre Thevet Bush Ceratotherium Simum Cosmographie Universelle Diceros Bicornis Elephant Elephants Fighting French Hunter Hunting Loxodonta Africana Mammal Mediaeval Medieval Middle Ages Natural History Rhino Rhinoceros Rhinoceroses Rhinos Savannah Woodcut
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our captivating Media Storehouse Poster Prints featuring the iconic "Rhinoceros and Elephant, 16th Century" by Todd-White Art Photography from Science Photo Library. This mesmerizing artwork transports you to a bygone era, showcasing several rhinoceroses and elephants in their natural habitat. A fascinating detail includes a man in a tree, hunting an elephant with a bow-and-arrow, adding an intriguing human element to this breathtaking scene. Bring the mystery and wonder of the past into your home or office with this exquisite and timeless piece.
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 50.2cm x 42cm (19.8" 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
This 16th-century artwork, captured in a print by Todd-White Art Photography, transports us back to an era of exploration and discovery. The woodcut depicts a scene from Andre Thevet's renowned book "Cosmographie universelle" which delves into the history and geography of the lands he had traversed. In this particular image, we are presented with a mesmerizing tableau featuring several majestic rhinoceroses and elephants. Amidst the lush savannah landscape, our eyes are drawn to a brave hunter perched atop a tree branch in the upper right corner. With bow-and-arrow in hand, he fearlessly engages in an intense battle with one of these colossal creatures. The intricate details showcased within this monochrome illustration transport us to an African bush setting during the Middle Ages. It not only captures the essence of wildlife but also provides valuable insights into zoology and natural history during that time period. As we delve deeper into this historic masterpiece, it becomes apparent that it is more than just art; it is a testament to human curiosity and exploration. Through its depiction of both man and beast engaged in this primal struggle for survival, we are reminded of our interconnectedness with nature throughout history. Todd-White Art Photography has masterfully preserved this significant piece of European heritage through their skillful capture. This print serves as both an educational tool for those interested in medieval biology and as a stunning visual representation of historical events that have shaped our understanding of wildlife today.
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