Fine Art Print : Merops albicollis, white-throated bee-eater
Fine Art Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
Merops albicollis, white-throated bee-eater
Watercolour by Chloe Elizabeth Talbot Kelly (1960)
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Media ID 8578001
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20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the vibrant beauty of the natural world with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. This stunning piece features the graceful White-throated Bee-eater (Merops albicollis), captured in intricate detail by the talented watercolor artist Chloe Elizabeth Talbot Kelly. With its vivid plumage and expressive posture, this print is a breathtaking addition to any home or office space. Our Fine Art Prints are available through Rights Managed licensing from Mary Evans Picture Library, ensuring the highest quality and authenticity. Bring the wonders of nature into your daily life with this captivating work of art.
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 36.4cm x 50.8cm (14.3" 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 exquisite watercolor painting depicts the White-throated Bee-eater, Merops albicollis, a vibrant and captivating bird native to Africa. Painted by the talented Chloe Elizabeth Talbot Kelly in 1960, this illustration showcases the bird's stunning blue and green plumage, with a distinctive white bib and rufous underparts. The bee-eater's curved, forked bill is open wide, revealing its filament-tipped tongue, an essential tool for catching its arthropod prey, primarily bees and wasps. The White-throated Bee-eater is a member of the Coraciiformes order, which also includes rollers and kingfishers. This bird is part of the Hymenoptera-philous family, meaning it feeds primarily on anthophila, or flower-visiting insects. The bee-eater perches gracefully on a branch, its long, slender tail feathers fanned out behind it. Chloe Elizabeth Talbot Kelly's masterful brushwork brings the intricate details of the bird's feathers to life, from the delicate blue filaments on its wings to the subtle textures of its green back and rufous underparts. The watercolor medium allows for a beautiful interplay of light and color, creating a dynamic and lifelike representation of this fascinating bird. The White-throated Bee-eater is a beloved species among birdwatchers and ornithologists, and this watercolor painting is a testament to their beauty and importance in the natural world. With its intricate details and stunning color palette, this illustration is a must-have for any avian art collection.
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