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Fine Art Print : Common swift, Apus apus, and common house martin
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Common swift, Apus apus, and common house martin
Common swift, Apus apus, and common house martin, Delichon urbicum.. Handcolored copperplate stipple engraving from Dumont de Sainte-Croixs Dictionary of Natural Science: Ornithology, Paris, France, 1816-1830. Illustration by J. G. Pretre, engraved by Massard, directed by Pierre Jean-Francois Turpin, and published by F.G. Levrault. Jean Gabriel Pretre (1780-1845) was painter of natural history at Empress Josephines zoo and later became artist to the Museum of Natural History
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21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Breathtakingly capturing the essence of nature, the Media Storehouse range of Fine Art Prints presents a stunning trio of birds in flight. Featuring the Common Swift (Apus apus) and the Common House Martin (Delichon urbicum), these handcolored copperplate stipple engravings from Dumont de Sainte-Croix's Dictionary of Natural Science: Ornithology transport you back in time. The swift's dynamic motion and the house martin's graceful silhouette against the sky are beautifully rendered, showcasing the intricate details and vibrant colors of these exquisite prints. A must-have for bird enthusiasts and art collectors alike, these fine art prints are a testament to the timeless beauty of the natural world.
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 35.5cm x 53.3cm (14" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
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 stunning handcolored copperplate stipple engraving, taken from Dumont de Sainte-Croix's Dictionary of Natural Science: Ornithology, published between 1816 and 1830 in Paris, France, showcases two intriguing avian species: the Common Swift (Apus apus) and the Common House Martin (Delichon urbicum). The illustration was created by the skilled hand of Jean Gabriel Pretre, a painter of natural history at Empress Josephine's zoo, and later becoming the artist to the Museum of Natural History. The Common Swift, depicted on the left, is a small, slender bird with a distinctive, forked tail and long, pointed wings. Known for their agility in flight, swifts are among the fastest birds in the world, capable of reaching speeds up to 60 miles per hour. They are also unique in their ability to fly almost continuously, only landing to breed and nest. On the right, the Common House Martin is shown. This species is a small, swallow-like bird with a glossy, blue-black back and rufous underparts. They are often seen flying low over open country, fields, and near human habitations. House Martins are social birds, forming large colonies to nest in the eaves of buildings. The intricacy and detail of this engraving, directed by Pierre Jean-Francois Turpin and engraved by Massard, is a testament to the high-quality workmanship of the time. The use of handcoloring adds an additional layer of beauty and depth to the illustration, making it a captivating addition to any collection of historical ornithological works.
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