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Garganey, Anas querquedula
Garganey, Anas querquedula.. Handcolored copperplate drawn and engraved by George Graves from his own British Ornithology, Walworth, 1821. Graves was a bookseller, publisher, artist, engraver and colorist and worked on botanical and ornithological books
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Media ID 20161059
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1821 Anas Bookseller Colorist Drawn Engraved Engraver Graves Ornithological Ornithology Publisher Walworth Worked Garganey
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Bring the enchanting world of waterfowl into your home with our exquisite Media Storehouse Canvas Prints. This stunning design features the elegant Garganey, Anas querquedula, as depicted in an intricately handcolored copperplate drawing from George Graves' British Ornithology, published in 1821. Each print is meticulously transferred onto high-quality canvas and expertly coated with a protective, museum-grade finish. The vibrant colors and fine details of this beautiful waterfowl are brought to life, creating a captivating work of art for your space. Experience the timeless charm of natural history with our Media Storehouse Canvas Prints.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 76.2cm (20" x 30")
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 exquisite hand-colored print depicts the Garganey (Anas querquedula), a striking and elegant duck species native to Europe, Asia, and Africa. The image was meticulously drawn and engraved by the talented George Graves, a versatile figure in the world of 19th-century natural history. Graves was not only an accomplished artist and engraver but also a bookseller and publisher, whose works graced the pages of numerous botanical and ornithological books. This particular print was created for Graves' own publication, "British Ornithology," published in Walworth, London, in 1821. The Garganey is shown in its vibrant plumage, with the male's distinctive chestnut-colored head and neck contrasting sharply with the female's more muted brown and gray feathers. The intricate details of the duck's plumage, as well as its surroundings, are brought to life through Graves' skilled hand-coloring techniques. Graves' dedication to capturing the natural world in all its beauty is evident in this stunning print. His work not only served as a testament to the beauty and diversity of the natural world but also contributed to the advancement of scientific knowledge during a time when exploration and discovery were at the forefront of human curiosity. This print is a captivating reminder of the artistic and scientific achievements of the past and the enduring allure of the natural world.
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