Red or bar-tailed godwit, Limosa lapponica

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Red or bar-tailed godwit, Limosa lapponica

Red or bar-tailed godwit, Limosa lapponica.. 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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1815 Godwit Graves Limosa Ornithology Tailed Lapponica

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This stunning handcolored copperplate print depicts a Red or Bar-tailed Godwit (Limosa lapponica), a wading bird native to Europe, Asia, and parts of Africa. The intricately detailed engraving was drawn and engraved by George Graves, a versatile figure in the world of 19th-century natural history. Graves was an accomplished artist, engraver, and colorist, and his work graced numerous botanical and ornithological publications. This particular print comes from Graves' "British Ornithology," published in Walworth, London, in 1821. The Red or Bar-tailed Godwit is shown in its characteristic posture, with its long, down-curved bill and long, dark legs. The bird's plumage is delicately rendered in vibrant colors, showcasing the intricacies of Graves' artistic skill. The Red or Bar-tailed Godwit is a migratory bird, with populations breeding in the Arctic and wintering in the Mediterranean and Africa. They are known for their distinctive, piping calls and their long, pointed wings, which they use to fly with a distinctive, undulating motion. This print offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when natural history was a burgeoning field, and artists and scientists were driven by a deep curiosity about the natural world. It is a testament to the beauty and intrigue of the natural world, as well as the skill and dedication of those who sought to document it.

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