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Fancolinus nobilis, handsome francolin breast feathers
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Fancolinus nobilis, handsome francolin breast feathers
Watercolour by Henrik Gr� ldof (c. 1934)
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1858 1940 Birds The Art Of Ornithology Breast Elphick Feather Fluffy Fowl Francolin Galliformes Gronvold Handsome Henrik Henrik Gronvold Jonathan Jonathan Elphick Margin Phasianidae Francolinus Pternistis
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This exquisite watercolor painting depicts the breast feathers of the Fancolinus nobilis, also known as the Handsome Francolin or Elphick's Francolin. Painted by the Danish natural history illustrator Henrik Gronvold in approximately 1934, this illustration showcases the intricate and vibrant details of this fascinating bird's plumage. The Fancolinus nobilis is a type of galliform bird, belonging to the Phasianidae family, which also includes quails, pheasants, and grouses. Native to the savannas and grasslands of central and eastern Africa, this bird is known for its distinctive appearance, with a brown body, long tail, and striking black and white markings on its face and neck. The artist, Henrik Gronvold, was a renowned ornithological illustrator who worked extensively with the Danish naturalist Johannes Theodor Reinhardt. Gronvold's illustrations were published in various scientific works, including Reinhardt's "Fauna Danica," a comprehensive record of the wildlife of Denmark and Greenland. This particular illustration focuses on the breast feathers of the Handsome Francolin, highlighting their fluffy texture and intricate patterns. The feathers are depicted in great detail, with each individual barb and barbule visible. The artist's skillful use of watercolor creates a stunning visual representation of the bird's plumage, capturing its natural beauty and complexity. The illustration is framed by a simple yet elegant margin, allowing the focus to remain on the intricate details of the feathers. Overall, this painting is a testament to the art of ornithology and the dedication of natural history illustrators like Henrik Gronvold to documenting the natural world in all its intricacy and splendor.
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