Fine Art Print : Pelecanus onocrotalus, Great white pelican
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Pelecanus onocrotalus, Great white pelican
Watercolour by Claude Finch-Davies, 1918 Date: 1918
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Media ID 14238732
© Mary Evans / Natural History Museum
20th Century Pelecaniformes Pelecanus Pelican Sauropsid Sauropsida Watercolor Great White Pelican Pelecanidae Pelecanus Onocrotalus
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the majesty of the Great White Pelican with our exquisite fine art print from Media Storehouse. This stunning watercolor painting by renowned artist Claude Finch-Davies, dated 1918, captures the grace and power of Pelecanus onocrotalus in breathtaking detail. Bring the beauty of nature into your home or office with this high-quality, rights-managed print from Mary Evans Prints Online. Perfect for avian enthusiasts, nature lovers, or anyone seeking to add a touch of elegance and sophistication to their space.
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 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" 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 stunning watercolor painting depicts the majestic Great White Pelican, Pelecanus onocrotalus, created by the skilled hand of British artist Claude Finch-Davies in 1918. Finch-Davies, a renowned ornithological illustrator of the early 20th century, captured the essence of this magnificent bird in exquisite detail. The Great White Pelican is the largest extant pelican species and is characterized by its distinctive pouch under its beak, which it uses to scoop up fish from the water. This bird is a member of the pelecaniformes order and the pelecanidae family, and is native to Europe, Asia, and North America. This painting is a testament to the beauty and grace of the Great White Pelican, which has been admired for centuries for its impressive size and unique appearance. Finch-Davies' use of watercolor technique brings out the intricacies of the pelican's feathers, creating a vivid and lifelike image. The painting dates back to the 1910s, a time when natural history illustration was at its peak, and artists like Finch-Davies were dedicated to documenting the natural world in all its splendor. This painting is an important historical record of the Great White Pelican and a reminder of the rich biodiversity of our planet. The Great White Pelican continues to be a popular subject for artists and naturalists alike, and this painting by Finch-Davies remains a classic representation of this magnificent bird. Its timeless beauty and intricate details continue to captivate audiences and inspire awe, making it a valuable addition to any collection of natural history art.
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