Fine Art Print : Red-tailed tropicbird, Phaeton rubricauda
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Red-tailed tropicbird, Phaeton rubricauda
Red-tailed tropicbird, Phaeton rubricauda.. Handcolored copperplate zoological engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, 1792
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Frederick Miscellany Naturalist Nodder Phaeton Shaw Tailed Tropicbird Zoological
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Bring the vibrant beauty of the natural world into your home with Media Storehouse's Fine Art Prints. This exquisite piece features the Red-tailed Tropicbird, Phaeton rubricauda, captured in intricate detail through the masterful hand of George Shaw and Frederick Nodder in their 1792 zoological engraving, "The Naturalist's Miscellany." The rich colors and textures of this hand-colored copperplate print transport you to tropical climes, making it a stunning addition to any decor. Rights Managed through Mary Evans Prints Online, our Fine Art Prints are museum-quality reproductions, printed on archival paper for lasting enjoyment.
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 32cm x 53.3cm (12.6" 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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This stunning handcolored copperplate engraving depicts the Red-tailed Tropicbird, Phaeton rubricauda, a magnificent seabird with a rich history in natural history. The image is taken from George Shaw and Frederick Nodder's "The Naturalist's Miscellany," published in 1792. Shaw and Nodder were renowned English naturalists and illustrators, known for their meticulous attention to detail and accuracy in their work. The Red-tailed Tropicbird is a large seabird, characterized by its long, pointed wings, slender body, and distinctive red tail. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Atlantic, Indian, and Pacific Oceans. This bird is a skilled flyer, often soaring high above the waves in search of food, which consists mainly of squid and fish. The engraving captures the Red-tailed Tropicbird in mid-flight, its wings outstretched and its red tail feathers streaming behind it. The intricate details of the bird's plumage, from the iridescent sheen on its back to the delicate markings on its wings, are beautifully rendered in this historical illustration. The Naturalist's Miscellany was a groundbreaking work in the field of natural history, featuring accurate and detailed illustrations of a wide range of animals, from birds and mammals to reptiles and insects. Shaw and Nodder's work was influential in advancing scientific knowledge of the natural world and remains an important resource for researchers and enthusiasts today. This handcolored copperplate engraving is a testament to the beauty and diversity of the natural world, as well as the skill and dedication of the naturalists and illustrators who documented it. It is a valuable historical artifact that continues to inspire and inform our understanding of the natural world.
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