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Buceros Cavatus (Concave Hornbill), 1831-1832 (hand-coloured lithograph)
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Buceros Cavatus (Concave Hornbill), 1831-1832 (hand-coloured lithograph)
985894 Buceros Cavatus (Concave Hornbill), 1831-1832 (hand-coloured lithograph) by Gould, John (1804-81); 55x36.9 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Buceros Cavatus (Concave Hornbill). From A Century of Birds from the Himalaya Mountains, by John Gould (1804-1881) and Nicholas Aylward Vigors. Hand-coloured lithograph. Published, London, Gould, 1831-1832. 55 x 36.9cm.); Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright
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1830s 1831 1832 Animal Behaviour Animal Marking Animal Pattern Background Bizarre Black Color Black Colour Early 19th Century Early Nineteenth Century English Art English Artist Gould Ground Hand Colored Hand Coloring Hand Coloured Hand Colouring Hand Tinted Handcolored Himalaya Hornbill John Gould Lithographic Lithoprint Mountainscape One Animal Perch Perched Perching Prints Unusual White Background White Color Artist British British Artist Handcoloured Natural Space
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This hand-coloured lithograph, titled "Buceros Cavatus (Concave Hornbill), 1831-1832" by John Gould, takes us on a journey to the majestic Himalaya Mountains. The artist's meticulous attention to detail is evident in this close-up portrayal of the extraordinary Concave Hornbill. Set against a pristine white background, the bird stands out with its striking black plumage and unique features. Its concave beak adds an unusual touch to its appearance, making it truly intriguing. Perched gracefully on a branch, the hornbill exudes an air of elegance and poise. Gould's masterful use of hand colouring brings vibrancy and life to this early 19th-century artwork. The mountainous landscape in the background serves as a reminder of the natural habitat where this magnificent creature thrives. The print captures not only the physical attributes but also offers insight into animal behavior through subtle markings and patterns on its feathers. This level of detail showcases Gould's skill as both an illustrator and observer of nature. "Buceros Cavatus" is part of Gould's renowned publication "A Century of Birds from the Himalaya Mountains". This collection solidified his reputation as one of Britain's most celebrated ornithologists and artists during that era. As we admire this remarkable lithograph, we are transported back in time to witness British artistry at its finest—a testament to Gould's dedication to capturing nature's beauty through his exceptional talent for hand-colouring prints.
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