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Strigops habroptilus, kakapo
Watercolour by John Gerrard Keulemans (c. 1887-1905), from Sir Walter Lawry Bullers A history of the Birds of New Zealand (1887-88)
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1842 1912 Australasia Beak Birds The Art Of Ornithology Buller Elphick Flightless Hook John Gerrard John Gerrard Keulemans Jonathan Jonathan Elphick Keulemans Mottled New Zealand Kakapo New Zealand Parrot
17"x15" (43x38cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 10x8 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 17x15 inches (431x381mm). 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 20cm x 24.4cm (7.9" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 38.1cm x 43.1cm (15" x 17")
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.
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This stunning watercolor illustration depicts the kakapo (Strigops habroptilus), a flightless parrot native to New Zealand and one of the world's rarest birds. Painted by the renowned Dutch naturalist and illustrator John Gerrard Keulemans between 1887 and 1905, this artwork was originally published in Sir Walter Lawry Buller's "A History of the Birds of New Zealand," a seminal work in the field of ornithology. The kakapo is easily recognizable with its mottled green and yellow plumage, long, curved beak, and distinctive, round body. The bird is shown in a naturalistic setting, perched on the ground with its beak slightly open, as if in a moment of contemplation. The intricate details and vibrant colors of the illustration showcase Keulemans' exceptional talent and dedication to capturing the beauty and uniqueness of this remarkable bird. The kakapo, which was once widespread throughout New Zealand, became critically endangered due to habitat loss and predation by introduced species. Conservation efforts have helped to increase the population, and today there are around 200 individuals surviving in the wild. This beautiful illustration serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving the natural world and the unique creatures that inhabit it. The artwork is a testament to the rich history of ornithology in the nineteenth century, a time when naturalists and illustrators like Buller and Keulemans made significant strides in documenting and understanding the avian species of Australasia. This image of the kakapo continues to inspire appreciation for the natural world and the importance of conservation efforts to protect endangered species.
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