Fine Art Print : HENRY WALTER BATES (1825-1892). At left, holding a club watching Amazonian native Indians capturing turtles and a cayman. Wood engraving from Bates The Naturalist on the River Amazons, 1863
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HENRY WALTER BATES (1825-1892). At left, holding a club watching Amazonian native Indians capturing turtles and a cayman. Wood engraving from Bates The Naturalist on the River Amazons, 1863
HENRY WALTER BATES
(1825-1892). At left, holding a club watching Amazonian native Indians capturing turtles and a cayman. Wood engraving from Bates The Naturalist on the River Amazons, 1863
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Media ID 7527390
Alligator Amazon River American Indian Brazilian Club Expedition Explorer Fishing Henri Jungle Life Naturalist Rain Forest Scientist South America South American Tropical Turtle Walter Weapon Amazon Jungle Amazonian
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the heart of the Amazon rainforest with this stunning fine art print featuring Henry Walter Bates, the renowned English naturalist. Captured in this wood engraving from his seminal work, "The Naturalist on the River Amazons," Bates is depicted at the edge of a vibrant and bustling scene, observing local natives skillfully capturing turtles and a cayman. This exquisite print, taken from The Granger Collection in New York, transports you to a time of exploration and discovery, making it an exceptional addition to any home or office space. Experience the rich history and natural beauty of the Amazon through the eyes of one of its most celebrated observers.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 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.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this photo print, we are transported back to the 19th century, deep within the lush Amazon rainforest. The image features Henry Walter Bates, a renowned English naturalist and explorer, who stands at the left of the frame with a club in hand. His gaze is fixed on a group of Amazonian native Indians as they skillfully capture turtles and a cayman. The wood engraving, taken from Bates' seminal work "The Naturalist on the River Amazons" published in 1863, beautifully captures both the intensity and wonder of his expedition through South America's tropical paradise. As an intrepid scientist dedicated to studying life in its most diverse forms, Bates immersed himself in this untamed environment. This scene showcases not only Bates' admiration for these indigenous people but also their remarkable fishing techniques using traditional weapons like clubs. It highlights their harmonious relationship with nature and their ability to coexist with creatures such as turtles and alligators that inhabit these waters. As we observe this snapshot frozen in time, we cannot help but be drawn into the mysterious allure of the Amazon jungle. Its dense foliage teems with life while offering endless opportunities for exploration and discovery. Through this enchanting wood engraving by The Granger Collection, New York / The Granger Collection, we catch a glimpse into an era when brave adventurers like Henry Walter Bates ventured into uncharted territories to unravel nature's secrets.
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