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Fine Art Print : Anas erythrorhyncha, red-billed duck
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Anas erythrorhyncha, red-billed duck
Ff. 73. Watercolour painting by George Forster annotated Anas pyrrhoryncha and made during Captain James Cooks second voyage to explore the southern continent (1772-75)
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1754 1794 18th Century Adventure Anas Anatidae Anseriformes Billed Captain Cook Captain James Cook Cook Discovery Duck Exploration Feet Forster Fowl Johann George Adam Johann George Adam Forster
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Introducing the latest addition to our Media Storehouse Fine Art Prints collection: a stunning watercolor of Anas erythrorhyncha, the Red-billed Duck, by renowned naturalist George Forster. Created during Captain James Cook's second voyage to explore the southern continent (1772-75), this exquisite piece showcases Forster's exceptional talent and attention to detail. The Red-billed Duck, also known as the Red-billed Teal, is a distinctive waterfowl species native to the Southern Hemisphere. Bring the beauty of this historic artwork into your home or office with our high-quality, museum-grade prints. Each print is carefully produced using archival inks and paper to ensure longevity and vibrant colors. Experience the rich history and natural wonder of this captivating watercolor with Media Storehouse's Fine Art Prints.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This stunning watercolor painting by George Forster, titled "Anas erythrorhyncha" or the Red-billed Duck, depicts an 18th century discovery of this distinctive avian species during Captain James Cook's second voyage to explore the southern continent. Forster, a naturalist on the expedition, meticulously captured the intricate details of the bird's vibrant plumage, distinctive red bill, and webbed feet. Annotated as "Anas pyrrhoryncha," this painting is a testament to the spirit of adventure and exploration that characterized the Age of Discovery. The painting was created between 1754 and 1794 by Johann Georg Adam Forster, who accompanied Cook on his second voyage aboard the HMS Resolution. Cook's expedition aimed to discover the great southern continent, and Forster's role was to document the natural world they encountered. This painting is a valuable addition to the extensive records of the natural history collected during the voyage. The Red-billed Duck, also known as the Red-billed Teal, is a member of the Anatidae family, which includes ducks, geese, and swans. The Anseriformes order to which the Anatidae belong is characterized by their elongated necks and webbed feet, adaptations that make them well-suited to aquatic environments. The Anas genus includes over 70 species of ducks, and the Red-billed Duck is one of the most widespread and adaptable. This beautiful watercolor painting is a reminder of the rich natural history discoveries made during Cook's expedition and the important role that naturalists like Forster played in documenting and preserving the world's biosphere for future generations.
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