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Common goldeneye, Bucephala clangula
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Common goldeneye, Bucephala clangula
Common goldeneye, Bucephala clangula.. Handcolored copperplate drawn and engraved by George Graves from his own British Ornithology, Walworth, 1821. Graves was a bookseller, publisher, artist, engraver and colorist and worked on botanical and ornithological books
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This exquisite hand-colored print depicts the Common Goldeneye (Bucephala clangula), a striking and elegant bird species native to Europe, Asia, and North America. The print was drawn and engraved by George Graves, a versatile English artist and publisher, for his renowned work "British Ornithology," published in Walworth in 1821. Graves was an accomplished artist, engraver, and colorist, and his meticulous attention to detail is evident in this representation of the Common Goldeneye. The Common Goldeneye is a medium-sized duck with a distinctive black and white plumage, with males displaying a vibrant green nape and a golden eye, giving the species its name. The female, on the other hand, has a more muted appearance, with a brown head and a white eye ring. This print captures the bird's distinctive features, from its sharp, curved beak to its elegant posture. The print is a beautiful example of the copperplate engraving technique, a method that was popular during the 18th and 19th centuries for producing detailed and accurate images. The intricate lines and delicate shading in the print showcase Graves' mastery of the technique. The hand-coloring further enhances the print's beauty, adding vibrant hues to the bird's plumage and bringing the image to life. This print is a testament to the rich history of ornithological illustration and the dedication of artists and publishers like George Graves to documenting the natural world. It is a valuable addition to any collection of historical prints or bird enthusiast's library, offering a glimpse into the past and a reminder of the beauty and diversity of the natural world.
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