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Plate VIII (bird with cherries), 1776 (hand-coloured engraving)
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Plate VIII (bird with cherries), 1776 (hand-coloured engraving)
986462 Plate VIII (bird with cherries), 1776 (hand-coloured engraving) by Brown, Peter (fl.1758-99); 29.2x23.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Plate VIII (bird with cherries). From New Illustrations of Zoology, containing fifty coloured plates of new, curious, and non-descript birds, with a few quadrupeds, reptiles and insects. Engraved by Peter Brown (fl.1758-1799). Hand-coloured engraving. Published in London, 1776. 29.2 x 23.2cm.); Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright
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1770s 1776 Beak Biology Brown Cherries Cherry Engraved Feeding Four Objects Hand Colored Hand Coloring Hand Coloured Hand Colouring Hand Tinted Handcolored Late 18th Century Late Eighteenth Century One Animal Parrot Plate Prints Small Group Small Group Of Objects Using Hands Artist British British Artist Handcoloured Peter Brown
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This print showcases Plate VIII (bird with cherries), a hand-coloured engraving created by the talented British artist Peter Brown in 1776. The artwork, measuring 29.2x23.2 cm, is part of a private collection and depicts a stunning bird perched on a branch, delicately holding cherries in its beak. Plate VIII is one of fifty coloured plates featured in Brown's renowned publication, New Illustrations of Zoology. This groundbreaking work not only includes various birds but also introduces curious and non-descript species of quadrupeds, reptiles, and insects. Brown's meticulous attention to detail is evident through his exquisite hand-colouring technique. The late eighteenth-century piece transports viewers to an outdoor setting where nature flourishes abundantly. The vibrant colours bring life to both the bird and its surroundings while showcasing the artist's mastery in capturing the essence of each subject. Through this enchanting illustration, we are reminded of the intricate relationship between art and science during this period. It serves as a testament to the importance placed on understanding zoology and botany as integral parts of natural history exploration. As we admire Plate VIII (bird with cherries), we are transported back to a time when artists like Peter Brown used their talent to document and celebrate the wonders found within our natural world.
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