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Greater white-fronted goose, Anser albifrons. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his own "Natural History of British Birds, "London, 1794-1819
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Greater white-fronted goose, Anser albifrons. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his own "Natural History of British Birds, "London, 1794-1819
FLO4612236 Greater white-fronted goose, Anser albifrons. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his own " Natural History of British Birds, " London, 1794-1819. Edward Donovan (1768-1837) was an Anglo-Irish amateur zoologist, writer, artist and engraver. He wrote and illustrated a series of volumes on birds, fish, shells and insects, opened his own museum of natural history in London, but later he fell on hard times and died penniless. by Donovan, Edward (1768-1837); (add.info.: Greater white-fronted goose, Anser albifrons. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his own " Natural History of British Birds, " London, 1794-1819. Edward Donovan (1768-1837) was an Anglo-Irish amateur zoologist, writer, artist and engraver. He wrote and illustrated a series of volumes on birds, fish, shells and insects, opened his own museum of natural history in London, but later he fell on hard times and died penniless.); © Florilegius
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This print showcases the exquisite beauty of a Greater white-fronted goose, scientifically known as Anser albifrons. The image is a handcoloured copperplate drawing and engraving created by Edward Donovan for his renowned work, "Natural History of British Birds" published in London between 1794 and 1819. Edward Donovan was an Anglo-Irish amateur zoologist, writer, artist, and engraver who dedicated his life to studying and documenting various aspects of nature. His passion led him to write and illustrate several volumes on birds, fish, shells, and insects. Additionally, he even established his own museum of natural history in London. However, despite his remarkable contributions to the field of zoology during his lifetime, Donovan's story took a tragic turn. He faced financial difficulties that eventually left him penniless before passing away in obscurity. This photograph serves as a testament to both the artistic talent of Edward Donovan and the incredible diversity found within our natural world. It reminds us not only of the stunning visual appeal possessed by these creatures but also highlights their importance in scientific exploration. As we admire this striking depiction of the Greater white-fronted goose captured through Donovan's skilled craftsmanship centuries ago, let us remember those individuals whose dedication to understanding our planet often goes unnoticed or unappreciated.
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