Fine Art Print : Melanitta nigra, black scoter
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Melanitta nigra, black scoter
Plate 408 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1835-38), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London
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Anatidae Anseriformes Aquatint Audubon Bill Birds Of America Duck Feet Fowl Locomotion Melanitta Black Scoter Common Scoter Melanitta Nigra
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the timeless beauty of nature with our exquisite Fine Art Print of Melanitta nigra, the Black Scoter, from the renowned collection "Birds of America" by John James Audubon. This stunning print, originally hand-coloured from the double elephant folio edition, showcases the intricate detail and masterful artistry of the era. Bring the rich history and natural wonder of this iconic waterfowl into your home or office with our high-quality reproduction, now available through Media Storehouse and Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online.
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.
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 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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 stunning hand-colored aquatint print showcases the elegant form of the Black Scoter (Melanitta nigra), Plate 408 from John James Audubon's iconic work, "Birds of America" (1835-38). Engraved and printed by R. Havell & Son in London, this exquisite illustration captures the intricate details of this common scoter's anatomy. With its glossy black plumage, distinctive white patches on the wings, and bright orange bill, the Black Scoter is a striking sight in the water. The Black Scoter is a member of the Anatidae family, also known as ducks, geese, and swans. This bird is a diver, meaning it feeds on the bottom of bodies of water, using its webbed feet to propel itself underwater. Its large, powerful bill is perfectly adapted for upending itself and plunging into the water to forage for mollusks, crustaceans, and other aquatic organisms. The Black Scoter is found in the Northern Hemisphere, from the Arctic regions to the Atlantic and Pacific coasts of North America. This image captures the bird in its daytime habitat, with its feet tucked neatly under its body as it floats on the water's surface. The intricate details of the feathers, the texture of the water, and the reflections on the bird's body all come to life in this beautifully colored print. Audubon's "Birds of America" is considered one of the greatest achievements in the history of natural history illustration. Each plate was produced using the most advanced techniques of the time, resulting in stunningly detailed and accurate depictions of the birds of North America. This print of the Black Scoter is a testament to the skill and dedication of Audubon and his team, and remains a treasure of the natural world today.
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