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F. 48 Shag. New Zealand & Staten Island, 1772-75 (w / c)
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F. 48 Shag. New Zealand & Staten Island, 1772-75 (w / c)
5670827 F.48 Shag. New Zealand & Staten Island, 1772-75 (w/c) by Smith, Isaac (1753-1831); Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales; (add.info.: South Sea birds. Cooks voyages 1772-1775 / drawings by Admiral Isaac Smith and others
Images of birds spotted during the second voyage of Captain Cook.
Dimensions: album measures 57.5 x 39 cm); Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales; out of copyright
Media ID 22337338
© Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales / Bridgeman Images
Aquatic Bird Aves Cormorant Fauna Ornithological South Pacific Swim Swimming Water Bird Waterbird Webbed Feet Zoological Illustration Phalacrocoracidae
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This print titled "F. 48 Shag. New Zealand & Staten Island, 1772-75" showcases the remarkable work of Admiral Isaac Smith and other artists during Captain Cook's second voyage in the late 18th century. The image, housed at the Mitchell Library in the State Library of New South Wales, offers a glimpse into the world of South Sea birds encountered by Cook and his crew. Measuring an impressive 57.5 x 39 cm, this ornithological masterpiece captures a moment in time when explorers were discovering new species and documenting their findings through meticulous drawings. In this particular artwork, we see a stunning aquatic bird known as a shag or cormorant gracefully swimming with its webbed feet propelling it through the water. The black and white composition adds to the allure of this natural history illustration, highlighting every intricate detail of the bird's feathers and features. As we gaze upon this print, we are transported to an era where scientific exploration intertwined with artistic expression. Through Bridgeman Images' reproduction of this painting, viewers can appreciate not only the beauty but also the significance of these early records in zoology. This print serves as a testament to humanity's curiosity about our natural world and our ongoing quest for knowledge about its diverse inhabitants.
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