Framed Print : Great auk, Pinguinus impennis, hunted to extinction in 1844
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Great auk, Pinguinus impennis, hunted to extinction in 1844
Great auk, Pinguinus impennis, hunted to extinction in 1844.. Handcolored copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his own Natural History of British Birds, London, 1794-1819
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Media ID 14205532
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Edwarddonovan Extinct Naturalhistoryofbritishbirds Ornithology
18"x14" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating Framed Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the last known image of the Great auk, Pinguinus impennis, hunted to extinction in 1844. This historic print is sourced from the renowned Mary Evans Prints Online and is taken from Edward Donovan's Natural History of British Birds, published in London between 1794 and 1819. Handcolored copperplate drawing and engraving bring out the intricate details and vibrant colors of this extinct seabird, making it a striking addition to any home or office. Preserve a piece of natural history with this beautifully framed print.
16x12 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.6cm x 40.6cm (14" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 45.7cm (14" x 18")
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 handcolored copperplate print depicts the Great Auk, Pinguinus impennis, a flightless seabird that once thrived in the North Atlantic Ocean. The image is a masterpiece from Edward Donovan's Natural History of British Birds, published in London between 1794 and 1819. Donovan, an accomplished artist and ornithologist, drew and engraved this exquisite illustration based on his own observations of the bird. Unfortunately, this magnificent creature is now extinct. The Great Auk was hunted relentlessly for its meat, oil, and feathers, which were highly valued in Europe during the 18th and 19th centuries. The last known Great Auk was reportedly seen in 1844 on the island of Eldey, Iceland. The Great Auk's distinctive appearance is captured in this illustration, with its large, round body, black back, white underparts, and red eyes. The bird is shown perched on a rocky shore, its wings folded protectively around its body. This image serves as a poignant reminder of the once-thriving population of Great Auks and the consequences of overexploitation. The intricate details of the engraving and the vibrant colors of the handcoloring bring the Great Auk to life, making this print a valuable historical artifact and a testament to the natural world that once was.
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