Fine Art Print : Bostrychia olivacea, Olive Ibis
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Bostrychia olivacea, Olive Ibis
Watercolour by Henrik Gronveld, c. 1910 Date: circa 1910
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Media ID 14238344
© Mary Evans / Natural History Museum
20th Century Crest Ibis Pelecaniformes Sauropsid Sauropsida Side View Watercolor Threskiornithidae
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the captivating beauty of the natural world with our exquisite Fine Art Print of Olive Ibis (Bostrychia olivacea) by renowned watercolor artist Henrik Gronveld. Dated circa 1910, this stunning piece brings the intricate details and vibrant colors of the Olive Ibis to life, transporting you to far-off lands. Our Media Storehouse Fine Art Prints are available under Rights Managed licensing from Mary Evans Prints Online, ensuring the highest quality and authenticity. Elevate your home or office décor with this timeless and elegant work 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 27.7cm (21" x 10.9")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This exquisite watercolor painting depicts the Olive Ibis, Bostrychia olivacea, a distinctive bird species native to Africa. Painted by the renowned Dutch artist Henrik Gronveld around 1910, this artwork showcases the Olive Ibis in remarkable detail, highlighting its unique anatomy and intricate plumage. Belonging to the order Pelecaniformes and the family Threskiornithidae, the Olive Ibis is characterized by its long, downward-curving beak, distinctive crest, and olive-green coloration. The bird's head is turned to the side, revealing its piercing eyes and the intricate texture of its feathers. The side view offers a comprehensive look at the bird's slender body, long legs, and webbed feet, which are well-suited for wading in shallow water. As a member of the Sauropsida class, the Olive Ibis shares a close evolutionary relationship with reptiles, as indicated by its bony beak and reptile-like skull. This painting not only captures the physical attributes of the bird but also transports us back to the Edwardian era, providing a glimpse into the natural history of the early 20th century. Henrik Gronveld's masterful use of watercolor techniques brings the Olive Ibis to life, with the subtle variations in color and texture creating a lifelike representation of this fascinating bird species. This artwork serves as a testament to the artist's skill and dedication to capturing the beauty and diversity of the natural world.
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