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Probosciger aterrimus, palm cockatoo
Plate 42, a watercolour from the John Reeves Collection of Zoological Drawings from Canton, China
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14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 40.6cm (14" x 16")
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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Plate 42" of the John Reeves Collection of Zoological Drawings from Canton, China, features a captivating watercolor illustration of Probosciger aterrimus, the palm cockatoo, with intricate attention to detail. The palm cockatoo, also known as the goliath cockatoo or black cockatoo, is a large and striking bird native to the rainforests of New Guinea and northeastern Australia. The illustration showcases the distinctive features of this avian species, including its prominent, curved, and hooked beak, which is used for cracking open hard nuts and fruits. The cockatoo's crest, made up of long, white feathers, is raised in this image, adding to its imposing appearance. The bird's head is adorned with a yellow patch of feathers around its cheeks, providing a contrast to the predominantly black plumage. The background of the illustration includes various elements of the tropical rainforest, such as the fan-shaped leaves of an arecaceae, or palm tree, and the flowers of an angiosperm, possibly a commelinid. The palm cockatoo is known to feed on the fruits and seeds of various palm trees, making the inclusion of this plant an appropriate addition to the scene. John Reeves, the artist, expertly captured the anatomy of the palm cockatoo in this 19th-century drawing. The meticulous detail in the illustration, from the individual feathers to the intricacies of the bird's beak, highlights the artist's skill and dedication to accurately depicting the natural world. This beautiful and intricate watercolor illustration provides a glimpse into the natural history of the palm cockatoo and the tropical rainforests of Asia. The John Reeves Collection of Zoological Drawings from Canton, China, is a valuable resource for researchers, naturalists, and anyone with an appreciation for the natural world.
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