Premium Framed Print : Picus Brunifrons. Birds from the Himalaya Mountains, engraving 1831 by Elizabeth Gould
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Picus Brunifrons. Birds from the Himalaya Mountains, engraving 1831 by Elizabeth Gould
Picus Brunifrons. 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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23"x19" (58x48cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 16x12 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 23x19 inches (584x482mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.9cm x 39.6cm (9.8" x 15.6")
Estimated Product Size is 48.2cm x 58.4cm (19" x 23")
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.
Picus Brunifrons - A Glimpse into the Exotic Himalayan Avian World
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This print showcases an engraving from 1831 by Elizabeth Gould, in collaboration with John Gould. The enchanting artwork depicts the stunning Picus Brunifrons, a bird species native to the majestic Himalaya Mountains. John Gould's journey into ornithology began when he worked as a taxidermist for the Zoological Society, earning him the nickname "bird-stuffer". His fascination with avifauna from distant lands was ignited in the late 1820s when a collection of birds arrived at the society's museum from the Himalayas. Inspired by this encounter, Gould conceived an ambitious project – publishing hand-colored lithographs featuring eighty species and one hundred birds. Elizabeth Gould played an integral role in bringing these avian wonders to life through her intricate drawings transferred onto large lithographic stones known as "Gould plates". Her artistic prowess beautifully captures every minute detail of Picus Brunifrons' exotic plumage and distinctive tail. This remarkable illustration transports us back to early 19th-century England, where British artist Elizabeth Gould collaborated with her husband John to create breathtaking works that merged artistry and natural history seamlessly. The vibrant colors meticulously added by hand enhance our appreciation for these magnificent creatures. As we gaze upon this close-up view of Picus Brunifrons, we are reminded of nature's boundless beauty and diversity found within remote corners of our planet. This piece serves as both a testament to human curiosity about Earth's fauna and a tribute to two talented artists who dedicated their lives to capturing its essence on paper.
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