Canvas Print : Tawny owl, Strix aluco
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Tawny owl, Strix aluco
Tawny owl, Strix aluco.. Handcolored copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his own Natural History of British Birds, London, 1794-1819
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Media ID 14209214
© Florilegius / Mary Evans
Edwarddonovan Naturalhistoryofbritishbirds Ornithology
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Experience the captivating beauty of the natural world with our Tawny Owl Canvas Print from Media Storehouse. This exquisite artwork, featuring the Tawny Owl (Strix aluco), is a handcolored copperplate drawing and engraving from Edward Donovan's Natural History of British Birds, published in London between 1794 and 1819. Rights Managed through Mary Evans Prints Online, this stunning piece of art is now available in a high-quality canvas print, perfect for adding a touch of elegance and sophistication to any room in your home or office. Each print is meticulously produced using premium materials and vibrant colors, ensuring a stunning and long-lasting display of the intricate details and rich hues of this iconic bird. Bring the magic of nature into your space with this beautiful and timeless Tawny Owl Canvas Print from Media Storehouse.
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 exquisitely hand-colored copperplate engraving showcases the enchanting beauty of the Tawny Owl, Strix aluco. Created by the renowned Irish naturalist and illustrator, Edward Donovan, this image is taken from his seminal work, "The Natural History of British Birds," published in London between 1794 and 1819. Donovan's meticulous attention to detail is evident in the intricate feather patterns and lifelike representation of the owl's expressive face. The Tawny Owl, a resident of Europe, North Africa, and western Asia, is a nocturnal hunter with distinctive heart-shaped facial discs that help focus sound towards its ears. Its warm, tawny plumage provides excellent camouflage in woodland habitats. This historical illustration is a testament to the artistry and scientific rigor of the time. The intricate engraving process involved the transfer of an artist's drawing onto a copper plate, which was then etched with a sharp tool and inked before being hand-colored. The result is a stunning, lifelike image that has stood the test of time. Ornithology, the scientific study of birds, was a burgeoning field during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Naturalists like Donovan played a crucial role in documenting and understanding the natural world. This Tawny Owl illustration is not only a beautiful work of art but also an important historical record of a beloved and iconic species. The intricate details and rich history of this Tawny Owl illustration make it a must-have for any avian enthusiast, natural history collector, or anyone with a passion for the natural world.
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