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Recurvirostra avocetta, pied avocet
Hand coloured lithograph by Archibald Thorburn. Held in the Zoology Library at the Natural History Museum, London
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Media ID 8594123
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Archibald Archibald Thorburn Avocet Bill Charadriiformes Curved Pair Recurvirostridae Pied Avocet
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 24.7cm x 39.6cm (9.7" 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
This hand-coloured lithograph depicts the elegant and distinctive Pied Avocet, Recurvirostra avosetta, in its natural habitat. The illustration, created by renowned natural history artist Archibald Thorburn in the nineteenth century, is held in the esteemed Zoology Library at the Natural History Museum in London. The Avocet is a wading bird belonging to the Charadriiformes order, specifically the Recurvirostridae family. It is easily recognizable by its long, up-curved bill and slender, blue-grey legs. In this image, the Avocet is shown standing on one leg, with its other leg tucked under its body, as it surveys its surroundings during daytime hours. The intricate details in the illustration highlight the Avocet's anatomy, with its long, pointed wings folded behind its back and its expressive, piercing eyes. The artist's skillful use of colour adds depth and vibrancy to the scene, with the Avocet's white plumage contrasting beautifully against the blue water and green vegetation. Archibald Thorburn was a prolific and talented natural history artist, known for his meticulous attention to detail and his ability to capture the essence of his subjects. This lithograph is a testament to his artistry and his dedication to documenting the natural world. The Avocet is a fascinating and adaptable bird, found in various wetland habitats around the world. Its unique bill is an adaptation that allows it to sift through the mud for food, making it an efficient and effective hunter. This image provides a glimpse into the beauty and grace of this remarkable bird, frozen in time and preserved for future generations to appreciate.
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