Metal Print : Sula leucogaster, brown booby
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Sula leucogaster, brown booby
Plate 87, hand coloured etching from The Natural History of Carolina, Florida and the Bahama islands (1731-43) Vol. 1 by Mark Catesby
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18th Century Bahama Belly Bill Booby Calling Carolina Catesby Etching Florida Foot Mark Mark Catesby Brown Booby
16"x24" (61x41cm) Metal Print
Bring the beauty of the natural world into your home with our Media Storehouse Metal Prints. Featuring this stunning hand-colored etching of a Brown Booby (Sula leucogaster) from Mark Catesby's "The Natural History of Carolina, Florida and the Bahama Islands" (1731-43), Volume 1. Each Metal Print is meticulously crafted with vibrant colors and exceptional detail, ensuring a museum-quality display of this iconic seabird. Experience the allure of the past, combined with the contemporary elegance of modern technology. Order yours today and let the adventure begin!
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 41.2cm x 61.5cm (16.2" x 24.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Plate 87 of Mark Catesby's seminal work, "The Natural History of Carolina, Florida and the Bahama Islands" (1731-1743), showcases the intricately detailed illustration of a Brown Booby, scientifically known as Sula leucogaster. This historic hand-coloured etching, a product of the 18th century, offers a captivating glimpse into the natural world of the Americas during this time. The Brown Booby, with its distinctive long, curved bill and large, webbed feet, is depicted in this illustration in a belly-up position, likely in the act of calling or displaying. The detailed anatomy of this bird is on full display, from the textured plumage on its back and wings to the intricate pattern of its beak and the delicate webbing on its feet. Catesby's meticulous attention to detail is evident in the various textures and shading used in the hand-colouring process, which brings the Brown Booby to life on the page. The bird's head is turned to the side, allowing for a clear view of its expressive eyes and the intricate feathering on its head and neck. This illustration of the Brown Booby holds historical significance as one of the earliest and most accurate depictions of this species in the scientific record. Catesby's work was groundbreaking in its time, and his detailed observations and accurate illustrations helped to advance the field of natural history. The Brown Booby is a native of the Caribbean, Florida, and the Bahamas, and is a member of the Sulidae family, commonly known as boobies. These birds are characterized by their long, curved bills and their ability to fly with their webbed feet trailing behind them. The Brown Booby is an important part of the marine ecosystem, feeding on fish and squid, and is a popular subject for birdwatchers and naturalists alike.
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