Canvas Print : Purple-headed parakeet, with purple head, crimson
Canvas Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
Purple-headed parakeet, with purple head, crimson
Purple-headed parakeet, with purple head, crimson cheeks and legs, green wings and body.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, 1800
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Media ID 14218955
© Florilegius / Mary Evans
Australis Crowned Frederick Headed Lorikeet Miscellany Naturalist Nodder Parakeet Psittacus Purple Shaw
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the captivating Purple-headed Parakeet Canvas Print from Media Storehouse. This stunning artwork, sourced from the archives of Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the vibrant colors and intricate details of this exotic bird. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders' The Naturalist's Miscellany (1800) brings the Purple-headed Parakeet to life with its rich purplish hue on the head, crimson cheeks, and legs, contrasting beautifully with its lush green wings and body. Add this beautiful and unique piece to your home decor and bring a touch of the natural world into your living space.
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 76.2cm x 50.8cm (30" x 20")
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 exquisite handcolored copperplate engraving showcases the vibrant and captivating Purple-headed Parakeet (Psittacula longicauda), also known as the Blue-crowned Lorikeet or the Long-tailed Parakeet. The Purple-headed Parakeet is native to the Comoros Islands in the Indian Ocean. The bird's distinctive features include its purple head, crimson cheeks, and legs, contrasting beautifully with its emerald green wings and body. The engraving is taken from The Naturalist's Miscellany, a publication by George Shaw and Frederick Nodder in the year 1800. Shaw and Nodder were renowned naturalists of their time, and their work was instrumental in documenting and recording the natural history of various species, including the Purple-headed Parakeet. The meticulous attention to detail in this engraving is evident in the intricate depiction of the Purple-headed Parakeet's plumage, beak, and other physical characteristics. The use of handcoloring further enhances the image, bringing out the richness and depth of the bird's colors. This historical record of the Purple-headed Parakeet serves as a reminder of the beauty and diversity of the natural world, as well as the important role that naturalists and illustrators played in documenting and preserving it for future generations. The engraving also showcases the artistic skill and craftsmanship of the time, making it a valuable addition to any collection of natural history or ornithology.
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