Fine Art Print : Pachyptila belcheri, slender-billed prion
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Pachyptila belcheri, slender-billed prion
Ff. 43, watercolour by William Ellis from a collection of sketches of Mammals, Birds and Fish made on Captian James Cooks third voyage (1776-1780)
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Media ID 8615083
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18th Century Bill Billed Captain Cook Captain James Cook Cook Discovery Ellis Exploration Foot Perched Perching
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the captivating beauty of the natural world with Media Storehouse's Fine Art Prints. This exquisite piece showcases the grace and elegance of the Slender-billed Prion, scientifically known as Pachyptila belcheri. Originally painted in watercolor by the skilled hand of William Ellis during Captain James Cook's third voyage (1776-1780), this rare and intriguing image of the slender-billed prion is now available as a fine art print. Bring the history and wonder of the natural world into your home or office with this stunning and authentic work of art.
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 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" 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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This stunning watercolor illustration, titled "Pachyptila belcheri, or Slender-billed Prion," is a captivating representation of a seabird that was discovered during Captain James Cook's third voyage (1776-1780). The illustration was created by the skilled hand of William Ellis, who meticulously documented the various mammals, birds, and fish encountered during the expedition. The Slender-billed Prion, a member of the Procellariidae family, is depicted in this illustration with remarkable detail. The bird is shown perched on a rocky outcrop, its slender, curved bill pointed towards the sky, and its long, blue-grey wings spread out behind it. The anatomy of the bird is rendered with great care, showcasing its streamlined body, which is perfectly adapted for life at sea. The intricate details of its head, with its piercing eyes and feathered head crest, add to the overall beauty of the illustration. The Slender-billed Prion is a pelagic seabird, which means it spends most of its life at sea, only coming to land to breed. This bird was named after Sir Joseph Banks's ship's surgeon, Sir William Belcher, who was a member of Cook's third voyage. The illustration provides a fascinating glimpse into the natural history of this elusive bird, which was a new discovery during the age of exploration and discovery. The watercolor captures the essence of a quiet, daytime moment, with the Slender-billed Prion perched alone, taking in its surroundings. The use of watercolor adds depth and texture to the illustration, making it a beautiful addition to any collection of natural history art or ornithology.
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