Canvas Print : Coracinia analis, New Caledonian cuckoo-shrike
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Coracinia analis, New Caledonian cuckoo-shrike
Ff. 53. Watercolour painting by George Forster annotated Corvus cinereus and made during Captain James Cooks second voyage to explore the southern continent (1772-75)
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1754 1794 18th Century Adventure Campephagidae Captain Cook Captain James Cook Cook Cuckoo Cuculidae Cuculiformes Discovery Exploration Forster Johann George Adam Johann George Adam Forster Laniidae Cuckoo Shrike Cuckooshrike New Caledonia
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the captivating Coracinia analis Canvas Print from Media Storehouse, showcasing the exquisite watercolor painting of the New Caledonian cuckoo-shrike by George Forster. Originally annotated as Corvus cinereus, this stunning artwork was created during Captain James Cook's second voyage to explore the southern continent in 1772-75. Acquired from the esteemed Mary Evans Prints Online, this rights managed image comes to life in vibrant colors and intricate detail on a high-quality canvas print. Add a touch of natural beauty to your living space with this unique and historically significant piece.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 76.2cm (20" x 30")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This exquisite watercolor painting, titled "Corvus cinereus" and created by the renowned naturalist George Forster during Captain James Cook's second voyage (1772-1775), showcases the captivating details of the Coracina analis, also known as the New Caledonian cuckoo-shrike. Forster's meticulous brushstrokes bring to life the intricacies of this enigmatic bird's grey plumage, piercing eye, and distinctive beak. Forster, a German naturalist and companion of Cook, documented numerous species of animals and birds during their groundbreaking expedition to explore the southern continent. This illustration, created between the years 1754 and 1794, is a testament to the remarkable discoveries made during this era of exploration and scientific discovery. The Coracina analis is a member of the cuckoo, shrike, and honeyeater family, which includes the cuculidae, laniidae, and campephagidae. This cuckoo-shrike is native to New Caledonia, an archipelago located in the southwestern Pacific Ocean. The bird is known for its unique behavior of laying its eggs in the nests of other birds, a practice known as brood parasitism. This stunning watercolor painting, annotated by Forster, is a valuable historical record of the natural world and the spirit of adventure that drove explorers like Cook to discover new lands and document the wonders of nature. The intricate details and vibrant colors bring the Coracina analis to life, transporting us back to the 18th century and the spirit of exploration and discovery that defined that era.
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