Poster Print : Birds of Paradise in the Zoological Society's Gardens, Regent's Park, 1862. Creator: Friedrich Wilhelm Keyl

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Birds of Paradise in the Zoological Society's Gardens, Regent's Park, 1862. Creator: Friedrich Wilhelm Keyl

Birds of Paradise in the Zoological Society's Gardens, Regent's Park, [London], 1862....when in the interior of Sumatra...Mr. A. R. Wallace, the well- known traveller and naturalist, received information of two specimens of the lesser bird of paradise (Paradisea papuana) being alive in captivity at Singapore. Mr. Wallace immediately...purchased the birds, which were then in the hands of a European merchant, and left by the following mail for England, arriving in safety in London...The two paradise-birds have been lodged in the upper part of the Zoological Society's old museum...As they are both males it has been found necessary to keep them apart, the sight of one another, or even of a paradise-bird's plume waved near them in the air, producing in them great excitement. Their cage has therefore been divided by a screen, which excludes the light, and the two birds placed in the separate compartments...[They] are fed on rice, bread, vegetables, and fruit, but require also insect food, and seem particularly partial to mealworms and cockroaches. They are very tame, readily taking a titbit from the hand of the attendant, and, considering the confinement they have been subject to during their long journey from Singapore, in wonderful health and condition'. From "Illustrated London News", 1862

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Biology Bird Of Paradise Birds Of Paradise Captive Captives Captivity Exotic Feather Feathers Ornithology Perch Perched Perching Plumage Regents Park Zoological Society

18x24 inch Poster Print

Step back in time with our exquisite Media Storehouse Poster Prints, featuring the captivating artwork "Birds of Paradise in the Zoological Society's Gardens, Regent's Park, London, 1862" by renowned photographer Friedrich Wilhelm Keyl. This stunning image transports you to the heart of Regent's Park as you witness the vibrant and exotic Birds of Paradise on display. A must-have for nature enthusiasts and history buffs alike, this print offers a glimpse into the past, when such wonders of the natural world were a marvel to behold. Bring the beauty of the Birds of Paradise into your home or office and add an air of sophistication and intrigue to any space.

Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.

Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.

Estimated Product Size is 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")

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.

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This stunning photograph, taken by Friedrich Wilhelm Keyl in 1862, captures the beauty and intrigue of the Birds of Paradise on display at the Zoological Society's Gardens in Regent's Park, London. The Birds of Paradise were a great source of fascination during the Victorian era due to their unique and exotic appearance. The two birds depicted in this image are the Lesser Birds of Paradise (Paradisea papuana), which were recently acquired by the Zoological Society. They had been discovered alive in captivity in Singapore and were purchased by the renowned traveller and naturalist, Mr. A.R. Wallace. Wallace, who was known for his explorations in the Malay Archipelago, immediately secured the birds and brought them back to England. Upon their arrival in London, the birds were housed in the upper part of the Zoological Society's old museum. Due to their highly excitable nature, it was necessary to keep them apart, even going so far as to divide their cage with a screen to prevent them from seeing each other. The birds were fed a diet of rice, bread, vegetables, and fruit, but they also required insect food, particularly mealworms and cockroaches. Despite their long journey from Singapore, the birds were in wonderful health and condition, and they were reportedly very tame, taking food from the hand of their attendant. This photograph offers a glimpse into the excitement and wonder that surrounded the discovery and exhibition of these extraordinary birds, which were a testament to the explorations and scientific discoveries of the time.

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