Photo Mug : Lophonetta specularoides, crested duck
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Lophonetta specularoides, crested duck
Ff. 78. Watercolour painting by George Forster annotated Anas lophyra cristata and made during Captain James Cooks second voyage to explore the southern continent (1772-75)
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1754 1794 18th Century Adventure Anatidae Anseriformes Beak Captain Cook Captain James Cook Cook Crested Discovery Duck Exploration Foot Forster Fowl Johann George Adam Johann George Adam Forster Muscle Sauropsida Crested Duck Lophonetta Specularioides
Large Photo Mug (15 oz)
Introducing the Media Storehouse Photo Mugs, a perfect blend of art and functionality. Featuring an exquisite watercolor painting of the Lophonetta specularoides, also known as the Crested Duck, this mug showcases the beauty of nature in a whole new way. Originally painted by George Forster during Captain James Cook's second voyage to explore the southern continent (1772-75), this Rights Managed image from Mary Evans Prints Online adds a touch of history and elegance to your daily routine. Each mug holds your favorite beverage while allowing you to enjoy this stunning artwork every time you take a sip. Bring a piece of the past into your modern life with the Media Storehouse Photo Mugs.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
EDITORS COMMENTS
This stunning watercolor painting depicts Lophonetta specularioides, also known as the crested duck, created by the renowned naturalist George Forster during Captain James Cook's second voyage of exploration to the southern continent between 1772 and 1775. Forster meticulously annotated the artwork with the scientific name Anas lophyra cristata. The crested duck is a distinctive bird from the Anatidae family, characterized by its distinctive crest, elongated beak, and webbed feet. Forster's illustration provides an intricate and detailed representation of the crested duck's anatomy, highlighting its muscular structure and anatomical features. The painting showcases the bird's vibrant plumage, with its iridescent green and purple sheen, and the contrasting black and white markings on its face. Captain James Cook's expeditions were groundbreaking in the field of discovery and exploration, and Forster's illustrations played a crucial role in documenting the natural world of the new territories. Cook's voyages expanded European knowledge of the Pacific Ocean and its surrounding lands, and Forster's illustrations served as essential records of the unique flora and fauna encountered during these expeditions. This watercolor painting, created in the 18th century by George Forster, is a testament to the spirit of adventure and discovery that characterized the age of exploration. The artwork is a valuable historical record, providing insight into the natural world of the time and showcasing the exceptional talent of its creator, Johann Georg Adam Forster.
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