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Opheodrys sp. green snake
Hand coloured etching from The Natural History of Carolina, Florida and the Bahama islands (1731) Vol. 2 by Mark Catesby. Entitled The Green Snake
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18th Century Caenophidia Catesby Colubrid Colubridae Diapsid Diapsida Lepidosaur Lepidosauria Mark Mark Catesby Ophidia Reptile Reptiles Reptilia Sauropsid Sauropsida Angiospermae Green Snake Magnoliophyta
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
"Bring the beauty of natural history into your home with our Media Storehouse Canvas Prints. This stunning piece showcases the intricate detail of "Opheodrys sp. green snake," as depicted in an exquisitely hand-colored etching from The Natural History of Carolina, Florida and the Bahama Islands (1731) by Mark Catesby. Rights Managed through Mary Evans Prints Online, this captivating print is a testament to the artistry and accuracy of historical natural illustrations. Add a touch of timeless elegance to any room with this impressive, high-quality canvas print."
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 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
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 exquisite hand-colored etching, titled "The Green Snake" by Mark Catesby from his seminal work "The Natural History of Carolina, Florida and the Bahama Islands" (1731), Volume 2, offers a captivating glimpse into the natural world of the 18th century Americas. The illustration showcases Opheodrys sp. green snake, a member of the Colubridae family, commonly known as the Colubrids or non-venomous snakes. The snake is depicted gracefully coiled around a vibrant flowering plant, its scales shimmering in various shades of green. Catesby's meticulous attention to detail is evident in the intricate rendering of the snake's body, from the delicate scales to the subtle markings on its skin. The snake's forked tongue, a distinctive feature of reptiles, is extended, ready to taste the air for scent. The background of the illustration is adorned with a rich array of angiosperms, or flowering plants, adding to the lush and diverse ecosystem portrayed in the image. The botanical elements are equally detailed, with the petals and leaves of the flowers rendered with great care and precision. The Green Snake is a diapsid, a type of reptile characterized by two openings in the skull for the eyes and ears. It is also a sauropsid, meaning it is a reptile that lays eggs on land. The snake belongs to the subclass Lepidosauria, characterized by the presence of scales, and the order Squamata, which includes lizards and snakes. This illustration is a testament to Catesby's remarkable skill and dedication to documenting the natural world around him, providing a valuable record of the biodiversity of the Americas during the 18th century. The Green Snake and its accompanying flora continue to captivate viewers with their beauty and intricacy, offering a window into the natural history of a bygone era.
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