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Fine Art Print : Sciurnus Niger (Fox squirrel) (with) Calceolus (lady s-slipper orchid), plate 73
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Sciurnus Niger (Fox squirrel) (with) Calceolus (lady s-slipper orchid), plate 73
986392 Sciurnus Niger (Fox squirrel) (with) Calceolus (lady s-slipper orchid), plate 73, 1754 (hand-coloured engraving) by Catesby, Mark (1679-1749); 52.5x36 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Sciurnus Niger (Fox squirrel) (with) Calceolus (lady s-slipper orchid), plate 73. From The Natural History of Carolina, Florida and the Bahama Islands.... Mark Catesby (1679-1749). Hand-coloured engraving. Published in London, 1754. 52.5 x 36cm.); Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22202030
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1750s 1753 Active Background English Art English Artist Gray Grey Ground Hand Colored Hand Coloring Hand Coloured Hand Colouring Hand Tinted Handcolored Mid 18th Century Mid Eighteenth Century One Animal Orchid Orchids Physical Activity Plate Prints Rodent Squirrel White Background Artist British British Artist Calceolus Dine Fox Squirrel Ladys Slipper Orchid
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the captivating beauty of nature with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring Plate 73 by Bridgeman Images from Fine Art Finder. This stunning hand-coloured engraving, originally published in 1754, showcases the enchanting encounter between a Fox Squirrel (Sciurus Niger) and a Lady's Slipper Orchid (Calceolus). The intricate details of Catesby's masterful artwork bring these two natural wonders to life, transporting you to a world of wonder and discovery. Add this elegant and timeless piece to your home or office to inspire creativity and appreciation for the natural world.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 37.3cm x 50.8cm (14.7" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
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 print showcases the exquisite artwork of Mark Catesby, a renowned British artist from the 18th century. The image features an enchanting scene where a Sciurnus Niger, commonly known as a Fox squirrel, is depicted alongside a delicate Calceolus orchid, also known as the lady's slipper orchid. This hand-coloured engraving, titled "Sciurnus Niger (Fox squirrel) (with) Calceolus (lady s-slipper orchid), plate 73" was published in London in 1754 as part of Catesby's famous work "The Natural History of Carolina, Florida and the Bahama Islands". Measuring at 52.5x36 cm, this stunning print captures the beauty and intricacy of nature with its vibrant colours and meticulous details. Against a pristine white background, the grey Fox squirrel can be seen actively engaged in its natural habitat while enjoying a nut meal. The elegant lady's slipper orchid adds an element of grace to the composition with its delicate petals and unique shape. Catesby's artistic talent shines through in this piece as he skillfully combines botanical accuracy with artistic flair. The hand-colouring technique used enhances every aspect of this illustration, bringing it to life for viewers to appreciate. This print from Fine Art Finder offers art enthusiasts an opportunity to own a piece that not only celebrates nature but also pays homage to one of history's most talented illustrators.
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