Photographic Print : Virginian opossum, Didelphis virginiana
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Virginian opossum, Didelphis virginiana
Virginian opossum, Didelphis virginiana.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from The Naturalists Pocket Magazine; or, Complete Cabinet of the Curiosities and Beauties of Nature (1798-1802) published by Harrison, London
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Media ID 14219300
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Didelphis Naturalist Opossum Pennant Pocket Virginian Virginiana
12"x8" Photo Print
Introducing the captivating Virginian Opossum print from Media Storehouse's extensive collection of photographic prints, sourced from the renowned Mary Evans Prints Online. This exquisite handcolored copperplate engraving, originally published in The Naturalist's Pocket Magazine between 1798 and 1802, showcases the enchanting details of the Virginian Opossum, Didelphis virginiana. Delight in the intricate depiction of this fascinating marsupial's features, including its pointed snout, elongated tail, and ear tufts. Bring a touch of natural history into your home or office with this beautifully preserved piece of visual storytelling from the past.
Photo prints are produced on Kodak professional photo paper resulting in timeless and breath-taking prints which are also ideal for framing. The colors produced are rich and vivid, with accurate blacks and pristine whites, resulting in prints that are truly timeless and magnificent. Whether you're looking to display your prints in your home, office, or gallery, our range of photographic prints are sure to impress. Dimensions refers to the size of the paper in inches.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.4cm x 18.9cm (12" x 7.4")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This handcolored copperplate engraving depicts the Virginian Opossum, Didelphis virginiana, a fascinating and unique marsupial native to North America. The opossum is the only marsupial found in the United States and Canada, and is well known for its ability to play dead when threatened, a behavior known as "playing possum." The image is taken from The Naturalist's Pocket Magazine; or, Complete Cabinet of the Curiosities and Beauties of Nature, published by Harrison in London between 1798 and 1802. The publication was a popular natural history series that aimed to showcase a wide range of natural wonders from around the world. The engraving was produced using the copperplate technique, which involved creating an image on a copper plate, etching the lines, and then applying color using watercolors. The resulting image is intricately detailed and captures the opossum's distinctive features, including its pointed snout, elongated tail, and fur-covered body. The caption beneath the image identifies the subject as the "Virginian Opossum," and attributes the illustration to Thomas Pennant, a prominent British naturalist and author. Pennant was known for his extensive travels and studies of natural history, and his work was widely influential in the development of natural history as a scientific discipline. This beautiful and historic image provides a glimpse into the natural history of the Virginian Opossum, and serves as a reminder of the rich biodiversity of North America. It also offers a fascinating insight into the methods and techniques used by naturalists and illustrators of the past to document and preserve the natural world for future generations.
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