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Turquoise tanager, blue-grey tanager, and red-capped cardinal. 1839 (engraving)
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Turquoise tanager, blue-grey tanager, and red-capped cardinal. 1839 (engraving)
7233909 Turquoise tanager, blue-grey tanager, and red-capped cardinal. 1839 (engraving) by Pretre, Jean Gabriel (fl.1800-40) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Turquoise tanager, Tangara mexicana 1, blue-grey tanager, Thraupis episcopus 2, and red-capped cardinal, Paroaria gularis 3. Le diable-enrhume, Tanagra mexicana, le bluet, Tanagra episcopus, le rouge cap, Tanagra gularis. Handcoloured steel engraving after an illustration by Jean-Gabriel Pretre from Achille Richards Oeuvres Completes de Buffon, Pourrat Freres, Paris, 1839.); © Florilegius
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This 19th-century engraving showcases the vibrant beauty of three exotic bird species - the Turquoise Tanager, Blue-grey Tanager, and Red-capped Cardinal. The print, created by Jean Gabriel Pretre in 1839, captures the intricate details of these avian wonders with remarkable precision. In this handcoloured steel engraving from Achille Richards Oeuvres Completes de Buffon, we are transported to a world where nature's palette comes alive. The Turquoise Tanager (Tangara mexicana) takes center stage with its striking blue plumage that shimmers like a precious gem. Standing alongside is the Blue-grey Tanager (Thraupis episcopus), adorned in hues ranging from soft gray to deep indigo. Completing this trio is the Red-capped Cardinal (Paroaria gularis), showcasing its fiery red head against a backdrop of lush foliage. Each bird exudes elegance and grace as they perch upon delicate branches. This enchanting artwork not only celebrates the diversity and splendor of these avian creatures but also serves as a testament to scientific exploration during that era. It reflects both artistic mastery and scientific curiosity, capturing moments frozen in time for generations to appreciate. As we gaze upon this exquisite print from Bridgeman Images' private collection, we are reminded of nature's boundless creativity and our responsibility to cherish and protect it for future generations.
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