Gadwall (female), Anas strepera

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Gadwall (female), Anas strepera

Gadwall (female), Anas strepera.. Handcolored copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his own Natural History of British Birds, London, 1794-1819

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1. Title: "Gadwall (Female): A Beautiful Illustration from Edward Donovan's Natural History of British Birds" This print showcases the elegant features of a female Gadwall (Anas strepera), a common duck species native to Europe, Asia, and North America. The illustration, handcolored and intricately detailed, is a testament to the artistic skill and naturalistic observation of Edward Donovan, the renowned Irish naturalist and illustrator. The image, drawn and engraved by Donovan himself, is taken from his seminal work, "The Natural History of British Birds," published in London between 1794 and 1819. Donovan's meticulous attention to detail is evident in the fine lines and subtle shading that bring the Gadwall's plumage to life. The delicate patterns of the female's feathers are rendered in exquisite detail, from the intricate quilted texture of her breast to the subtle gradations of color on her back and wings. The Gadwall is a medium-sized duck, with a distinctive white eye-ring and a black bill tipped with a yellow base. In this illustration, the female's bill is slightly open, revealing the pinkish-orange interior. Her legs and feet are a pale yellow, and she sits serenely on the water, her body reflected perfectly in the calm surface. This beautiful print is a valuable historical artifact, offering a glimpse into the natural world as it was observed and recorded over two centuries ago. It is a reminder of the importance of natural history in understanding the natural world and the role that illustration plays in documenting and preserving the beauty and diversity of the natural world for future generations.

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