Fine Art Print : Clamator glandarius, great spotted cuckoo
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Clamator glandarius, great spotted cuckoo
Plate 69 from John Goulds The Birds of Great Britain, Vol. 3 (1873). Hand coloured lithograph
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Birds Of Great Britain Crest Cuckoo Cuculidae Cuculiformes Gould John Gould Clamator Clamator Glandarius
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the captivating beauty of the natural world with Media Storehouse's Fine Art Prints. This exquisite piece showcases the Great Spotted Cuckoo (Clamator glandarius), meticulously rendered in hand-coloured detail from John Gould's "The Birds of Great Britain" (Vol. 3, Plate 69). Originally published in 1873, this vintage print brings the rich history of ornithological illustration into your home or office. Each print is carefully reproduced from the original lithograph, ensuring the highest quality and authenticity. Add a touch of timeless elegance to your space 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.
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 34.4cm x 53.3cm (13.5" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
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
Plate 69 from John Gould's The Birds of Great Britain, Volume 3 (1873) presents a stunning hand-coloured lithograph of the Great Spotted Cuckoo, or Clamator glandarius. This exquisite illustration showcases the distinctive features of this intriguing cuculiform bird. The Great Spotted Cuckoo is easily recognizable by its long, grey body, black and white crest, and the bold black and white stripes on its cap. The bird perches confidently on a branch, its piercing yellow eyes fixed intently on the viewer. The intricate details of the plumage are beautifully rendered, with each feather appearing lifelike and textured. The illustration also captures the subtlety of the bird's crown, which resembles a miniature royal crown, adding to the bird's regal appearance. The Great Spotted Cuckoo is a member of the cuckoo family (Cuculidae), known for their brood parasitic behavior, where they lay their eggs in the nests of other birds. This cuckoo is a daytime bird, and its diet consists mainly of insects and other invertebrates. The illustration captures the bird in its natural habitat, adding to the authenticity of the image. John Gould's The Birds of Great Britain is a seminal work in the history of ornithological illustration, and this plate is a testament to the skill and artistry of the time. The hand-colouring adds an extra layer of detail and beauty to the already impressive lithograph, making it a must-have for any serious bird enthusiast or collector of natural history prints.
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