Premium Framed Print : Fractercula arctica, Atlantic puffin, Uria aalge, guillemot
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Fractercula arctica, Atlantic puffin, Uria aalge, guillemot
Plate 242 from Charles Sigisbert Sonninis Oiseaux, Vol. 62
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18th Century Alcidae Atlantic Bill Charadriiformes Cliff Clown Foot Fratercula Geomorphology Guillemot Harlequin 1751 1812 Atlantic Puffin Common Guillemot Common Murre Common Puffin Fratercula Arctica
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 26.2cm x 39.6cm (10.3" 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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Plate 242 from Charles Sigisbert Sonnini's "Oiseaux" (Birds) volume 62, features an intriguing assemblage of three distinctive seabirds: the Fractercula arctica, or Atlantic Puffin, the Uria aalge, or Common Guillemot, and the Alca torda, or Common Murre or Guillemot. This exquisite 18th century illustration, produced between 1751 and 1812, showcases the unique anatomy and striking features of these birds, which belong to the Charadriiformes order and the Alcidae family. The Atlantic Puffin, with its vibrant blue bill and black and white plumage, is often referred to as a "clown of the sea" or a "harlequin bird." Its distinctive face, with its large, colorful bill and expressive eyes, is a favorite among birdwatchers and naturalists. The Puffin's webbed feet and wings are adapted for swimming and diving in the cold Atlantic waters. The Common Guillemot, or Common Murre, is depicted in this plate with its streamlined body and short, wing-like limbs. This bird's anatomy is perfectly suited for its life on the cliffs and at sea. Its blue-gray back and white underparts, along with its black wingtips, create a striking contrast. The Common Murre's close relative, the Guillemot, is also shown in this plate. The two species are often confused, but the Guillemot has a white collar around its neck, which sets it apart from the Common Murre. This beautiful print, with its intricate details and precise annotations, offers a fascinating glimpse into the natural history of these remarkable birds. The meticulous work of Charles Sigisbert Sonnini and his team continues to captivate and inspire us, reminding us of the wonders of the natural world.
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