Fine Art Print : North American ash-coloured heron, Ardea fusca
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North American ash-coloured heron, Ardea fusca
North American ash-coloured heron, Ardea fusca.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from The Naturalists Pocket Magazine, Harrison, London, 1800
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Media ID 14211268
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21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the timeless beauty of nature with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. This stunning image captures the grace and elegance of the North American Ash-coloured Heron (Ardea fusca), as depicted in this handcolored copperplate engraving from The Naturalist's Pocket Magazine, published in Harrison, London, 1800. Each print is meticulously reproduced from the original source, ensuring the finest details and authenticity. Bring the serenity of the natural world into your home or office with this beautiful and captivating 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 32.3cm x 53.3cm (12.7" 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
This stunning handcolored copperplate engraving showcases the North American Ash-coloured Heron, Ardea fusca, a magnificent bird native to the eastern coast of North America. The intricately detailed illustration, published in The Naturalist's Pocket Magazine in Harrison, London, in the year 1800, captures the heron's elegant and statuesque form. With its long, slender body, broad wings, and distinctive ash-grey plumage, this heron is a true embodiment of the natural beauty that captivated the early zoologists and natural history enthusiasts. The North American Ash-coloured Heron is a wading bird, commonly found in shallow freshwater and brackish water habitats. It is a solitary bird, often standing motionless for long periods of time, waiting for its prey to come within striking distance. This heron is an omnivore, feeding on a wide range of prey, including fish, amphibians, reptiles, and invertebrates. This beautiful illustration is a testament to the rich history of zoological exploration and the importance of documenting the natural world. The Naturalist's Pocket Magazine, published between 1794 and 1822, was a popular publication among naturalists and collectors, featuring high-quality illustrations of various species from around the world. The use of handcoloring added an extra layer of detail and vibrancy to the engravings, making them even more desirable. Today, this North American Ash-coloured Heron remains an iconic species, a symbol of the natural beauty that continues to inspire and captivate us. This illustration serves as a reminder of the importance of documenting and preserving the natural world for future generations to appreciate and learn from.
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