Fine Art Print : Ardea sp. Heron
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Ardea sp. Heron
Ff. 112. Watercolour painting by George Forster annotated Ardea cocoi and made during Captain James Cooks second voyage to explore the southern continent (1772-75)
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1754 1794 18th Century Adventure Ardea Ardeidae Captain Cook Captain James Cook Cook Discovery Exploration Forster Heron Johann George Adam Johann George Adam Forster Pelecaniformes Sauropsid Sauropsida Second Voyage Wader
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the timeless beauty of nature with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating piece features an Ardea sp. Heron, expertly rendered in watercolor by George Forster during Captain James Cook's second voyage to explore the southern continent (1772-75). Annotated as Ardea cocoi, this stunning work of art, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a rare glimpse into the past and showcases the intricate details of this magnificent bird. Bring the elegance and wonder of the natural world into your home or office with our high-quality Fine Art Prints.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 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.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 50.8cm (14" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This stunning watercolor painting depicts an Ardea sp. heron, annotated as Ardea cocoi by George Forster during Captain James Cook's second voyage of exploration to the southern continent between 1772 and 1775. Forster, a naturalist on the expedition, meticulously captured the heron's elegant form and vibrant blue plumage in this beautiful illustration. The painting, created by the skilled hand of Johann Georg Adam Forster, is a testament to the spirit of discovery and adventure that characterized the 18th century. Cook's voyages were instrumental in expanding European knowledge of the natural world, particularly in the Pacific region. The Ardea cocoi, also known as the Southern Screamer or the Coscoroba Spoonbill, is a wading bird belonging to the family Ardeidae and the order Pelecaniformes. It is characterized by its long, thin legs, a distinctive downward-curved bill, and a blue-gray body. This bird is native to South America and is the smallest of the spoonbill species. This watercolor painting is a valuable historical record of the natural world and the scientific observations made during Cook's expeditions. It is also a testament to the remarkable artistic talent of George Forster and Johann Georg Adam Forster, who captured the essence of the Ardea cocoi with remarkable detail and accuracy. The painting is a reminder of the importance of exploration and scientific inquiry in expanding our understanding of the natural world and the role that artists and naturalists play in documenting and preserving this knowledge for future generations.
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