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Framed Print : Opheodrys sp. green snake
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Opheodrys sp. green snake
Hand coloured etching from The Natural History of Carolina, Florida and the Bahama islands (1731) Vol. 2 by Mark Catesby. Entitled The Green Snake
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18th Century Caenophidia Catesby Colubrid Colubridae Diapsid Diapsida Lepidosaur Lepidosauria Mark Mark Catesby Ophidia Reptile Reptiles Reptilia Sauropsid Sauropsida Angiospermae Green Snake Magnoliophyta
12"x10" Modern Frame
Introducing the latest addition to our Media Storehouse Framed Prints collection: an exquisite hand-colored etching of the Opheodrys sp. green snake, entitled "The Green Snake," from Mark Catesby's renowned work, "The Natural History of Carolina, Florida and the Bahama Islands" (1731). This stunning piece, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the intricate details and vibrant colors of this fascinating reptile. Each Framed Print is carefully crafted with museum-quality materials, ensuring lasting beauty and protection for your new artwork. Elevate your home or office décor with this captivating and educational piece, and bring a piece of natural history into your space.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. 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 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 30.5cm (10" x 12")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This exquisite hand-colored etching, titled "The Green Snake" by Mark Catesby from his seminal work "The Natural History of Carolina, Florida and the Bahama Islands" (1731), Volume 2, offers a captivating glimpse into the natural world of the 18th century Americas. The illustration showcases Opheodrys sp. green snake, a member of the Colubridae family, commonly known as the Colubrids or non-venomous snakes. The snake is depicted gracefully coiled around a vibrant flowering plant, its scales shimmering in various shades of green. Catesby's meticulous attention to detail is evident in the intricate rendering of the snake's body, from the delicate scales to the subtle markings on its skin. The snake's forked tongue, a distinctive feature of reptiles, is extended, ready to taste the air for scent. The background of the illustration is adorned with a rich array of angiosperms, or flowering plants, adding to the lush and diverse ecosystem portrayed in the image. The botanical elements are equally detailed, with the petals and leaves of the flowers rendered with great care and precision. The Green Snake is a diapsid, a type of reptile characterized by two openings in the skull for the eyes and ears. It is also a sauropsid, meaning it is a reptile that lays eggs on land. The snake belongs to the subclass Lepidosauria, characterized by the presence of scales, and the order Squamata, which includes lizards and snakes. This illustration is a testament to Catesby's remarkable skill and dedication to documenting the natural world around him, providing a valuable record of the biodiversity of the Americas during the 18th century. The Green Snake and its accompanying flora continue to captivate viewers with their beauty and intricacy, offering a window into the natural history of a bygone era.
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