Pillow : Actitis macularius, spotted sandpiper
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Actitis macularius, spotted sandpiper
Plate 310 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1835-38), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London
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Actitis Aquatint Audubon Birds Of America Charadriiformes Feeding Louisiana Pair Sandpiper Sauropsid Sauropsida Scolopacidae Shore Bird Shorebird Spotted Actitis Macularius Spotted Sandpiper
18"x18" (46x46cm) Pillow
18"x18" (46x46cm) Faux Suede Pillow with a plush soft feel. Your choice of image fills the front, with a stone colored faux suede back. Flat sewn concealed white zip.
Accessorise your space with decorative, soft pillows
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 45.7cm (18" x 18")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Plate 310 from John James Audubon's renowned work, "Birds of America," features the captivating image of a Spotted Sandpiper (Actitis macularius) in its natural habitat. This hand-coloured aquatint print, engraved, printed, and coloured by R. Havell (& Son) in London, showcases the intricate details of this striking shorebird. The Spotted Sandpiper is depicted with its distinctive spotted plumage, which provides excellent camouflage among the rocks and sand of Louisiana bayous. The bird is shown in the daytime, feeding in a shallow body of water, with its long, slender bill delicately probing the water for small aquatic organisms. The Spotted Sandpiper is a member of the Charadriiformes order, a group of birds that includes gulls, terns, and plovers. It belongs to the Scolopacidae family, known as sandpipers and snipes. The Sauropsida class, to which birds belong, is represented here by this elegant avian specimen. The Spotted Sandpiper is a common sight in many parts of the Americas, and its adaptability to various habitats makes it a beloved bird among birdwatchers and naturalists. The beauty and precision of this hand-coloured print serve as a testament to Audubon's unwavering dedication to documenting the natural world and preserving its wonders for future generations.
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