Canvas Print : Pigeon with Message
Canvas Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
Pigeon with Message
A messenger pigeon with message strapped to foot (Columbidae species)
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 593639
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10044401
Columbidae Foot Message Messenger Pigeon Pigeons Species Strapped 1895
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the captivating "Pigeon with Message" canvas print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you in partnership with Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This exquisite artwork transports you back in time, showcasing the timeless beauty of a messenger pigeon in mid-flight, proudly carrying a message strapped to its foot. The Columbia species, known for their role in ancient and historic communication, is depicted in stunning detail, capturing the essence of their enduring symbolism. Adorn your walls with this captivating masterpiece and let the story of the messenger pigeon unfold, one glance at a time.
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
1. Title: A Messenger of the Past: The Pigeon with Message, 1895 This photograph, taken in 1895, showcases a noble Columbidae species, commonly known as a messenger pigeon, with an important message strapped to its foot. The image, held in the esteemed archives of Mary Evans Picture Library, offers a glimpse into the rich history of pigeon messaging, a communication method that predates modern technology. The pigeon in the photograph is a testament to the remarkable ability of these birds to deliver messages over long distances. With their keen sense of direction and unwavering loyalty, pigeons were once the fastest and most reliable means of long-distance communication. In this image, the message, likely written on a small piece of paper, is securely fastened to the bird's leg with a thin, leather thong. The Columbidae family, to which this messenger pigeon belongs, is one of the oldest bird families, with a history dating back over 30 million years. These birds have been domesticated for thousands of years for their meat, feathers, and, most notably, their ability to carry messages. The use of pigeons as messengers dates back to ancient civilizations, including the Romans, who famously used them to send messages between their far-flung outposts. This photograph is a poignant reminder of a time when the humble pigeon held a crucial role in the communication networks of the world. Its enduring legacy continues to inspire us, as we marvel at the extraordinary abilities of these birds and the vital role they played in shaping the course of history.
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