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Fine Art Print : Beak, foot, feather and claw of the brown kiwi
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Beak, foot, feather and claw of the brown kiwi
Beak, foot, feather and claw of the brown kiwi, Apteryx australis. Vulnerable.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany 1812
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Apteryx Beak Feather Foot Frederick Kiwi Miscellany Naturalist Nodder Polydore Shaw Vulnerable
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the captivating beauty of the natural world with our Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring this exquisite handcolored copperplate engraving of a Brown Kiwi (Apteryx australis) from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders' The Naturalist's Miscellany (1812). This stunning vintage illustration showcases intricate details of the Kiwi's distinctive beak, foot, feather, and claw, offering a rare glimpse into the delicate charm of this vulnerable species. Add an air of elegance and sophistication to your home or office with this timeless piece of art.
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.
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 53.3cm x 31.7cm (21" x 12.5")
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 intricately detailed hand-colored copperplate engraving showcases the unique features of the brown kiwi (Apteryx australis), a vulnerable species native to New Zealand. The image, taken from George Shaw and Frederick Nodder's "The Naturalist's Miscellany" published in 1812, provides a close-up view of the kiwi's distinct beak, foot, feather, and claw. The kiwi's beak is long, curved, and sensitive, perfectly adapted for its nocturnal foraging habits. The bird uses its beak to probe the forest floor for worms, insects, and other invertebrates. The foot, with its strong talons, is used for digging and holding onto tree trunks while the bird forages. The kiwi's feathers are soft, downy, and camouflaged, helping the bird blend in with its forest environment. The brown kiwi is flightless, and its wings are reduced to small, vestigial structures. This lack of flight is a common characteristic of kiwi species. The brown kiwi is currently listed as vulnerable on the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List. Threats to the species include habitat loss, predation by introduced species, and human disturbance. Conservation efforts are underway to protect kiwi populations and their habitats, ensuring the survival of this unique and fascinating bird.
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