Fine Art Print : Arborophila torqueola, common hill partridge
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Arborophila torqueola, common hill partridge
A watercolour by Lady Mary Bentinck (c. 1833)
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Bentinck Birds The Art Of Ornithology Common Elphick Fowl Galliformes Jonathan Jonathan Elphick Lady Mary Bentinck Mottled Lady Mary
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Introducing the exquisite Arborophila torqueola, or Common Hill Partridge, from our Fine Art Prints collection at Media Storehouse. This stunning watercolor masterpiece, created by Lady Mary Bentinck around 1833, brings the natural beauty of this elusive bird to your home or office. With its vibrant plumage and intricate details, this print is not only a beautiful addition to any space but also a testament to the timeless artistry of Lady Mary Bentinck. Experience the elegance and charm of the natural world through this captivating piece. Rights Managed through Mary Evans Prints Online.
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 32.5cm (21" x 12.8")
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
This exquisite watercolor painting depicts a male Common Hill Partridge, Arborophila torqueola, also known as Jonathan Elphick or Lady Mary Bentinck's Partridge. The intricately detailed illustration, created around 1833, showcases the bird's distinctive mottled brown and long grey plumage, with a prominent bib adorning its chest. The male's ear coverts are particularly noteworthy, featuring a striking pattern of black and white bars. The Common Hill Partridge is a type of galliform, or ground-dwelling, bird native to the Himalayas and other mountainous regions of Asia. They are named for their preference for living in hilly terrain and are well-adapted to their environment, with strong legs and a keen sense of sight and hearing. Lady Mary Bentinck, an accomplished artist and patron of the arts, created this beautiful watercolor as part of her extensive ornithological collection. Her dedication to the art of ornithology was evident in her meticulous attention to detail and her ability to capture the unique characteristics of each bird species she illustrated. The Common Hill Partridge is a popular game bird and has been a subject of interest for both naturalists and hunters for centuries. Its anatomy, with its long, curved beak and strong legs, is perfectly suited for its habitat and lifestyle. This stunning watercolor not only serves as a beautiful work of art but also as an important record of the natural history of this fascinating species.
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