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Canvas Print : Raphus cucullatus, dodo
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Raphus cucullatus, dodo
Plate 1 from Memoirs on the Dodo by Sir Richard Owen, 1866
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1804 1892 Bald Bill Columbidae Columbiformes Dodo Explorer Flightless Hunted Mauritius Owen Raphinae Raphus Raphus Cucullatus Richard Owen Sauropsid Sauropsida Sir Richard Owen
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Bring the enigmatic world of extinct creatures into your home with our stunning Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image of the Raphus cucullatus, or Dodo, is taken from Plate 1 of Sir Richard Owen's Memoirs on the Dodo, published in 1866. Rights Managed through Mary Evans Prints Online, this high-quality print showcases the intricate details of this iconic bird, transporting you back in time. Each Canvas Print is meticulously crafted using premium materials and vibrant inks, ensuring a beautiful and long-lasting addition to your decor. Experience the wonder of history with Media Storehouse Canvas Prints.
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 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
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 1
EDITORS COMMENTS
from Sir Richard Owen's seminal work, "Memoirs on the Dodo" (1866), presents a captivating and intriguing illustration of the extinct Raphus cucullatus, or dodo, a flightless bird native to the island of Mauritius in the Indian Ocean. The image, produced during the 19th century, showcases a group of these remarkable birds, their bald, expressionless faces gazing out at the viewer with a certain melancholic curiosity. The large, distinctive bills of the dodos are prominently featured, highlighting their unique anatomy and classification within the Columbidae family, order Columbiformes, and class Sauropsida, subclass Aves. Sir Richard Owen, a renowned English naturalist and anatomist, meticulously studied the remains of this enigmatic bird, which had been hunted to extinction by European explorers and settlers by the late 17th century. The dodo, which lived from approximately 1804 to 1892, was one of the largest birds ever discovered, reaching up to 30 inches in length and weighing up to 50 pounds. Its absence of flight capabilities made it particularly vulnerable to human interference. This beautifully detailed and colorful illustration offers a glimpse into the natural history of the dodo, providing valuable insights into its anatomy and appearance for generations of scientists, naturalists, and curious minds. The image stands as a poignant reminder of the intrigue and wonder that surrounds the study of extinct species and the importance of preserving the natural world for future generations.
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