Fine Art Print : Rallus phippensis
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Rallus phippensis
Buff-banded Rail, Rallus phippensis, collected by JB Jukes in Port Essington, Northern Territory, Australia on August 1843 Date: 1843
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Media ID 14239452
© Mary Evans / Natural History Museum
1843 Australasia Gallirallus Gruiformes Label Labelled Northern Territory Ornithological Port Essington Rallidae Sauropsid Sauropsida Side View Studioshot White Background Jukes
21"x7" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the captivating beauty of the natural world with Media Storehouse's Fine Art Prints. This exquisite piece features the Buff-banded Rail (Rallus phippensis), a mesmerizing waterbird captured in intricate detail by JB Jukes during his expedition to Port Essington, Northern Territory, Australia in 1843. This rare and captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, is now available as a Fine Art Print, allowing you to bring the wonders of the past into your home or office. Our high-quality prints are produced using premium materials and printing techniques, ensuring a stunning and long-lasting addition to your space. Elevate your decor and celebrate the natural world with this breathtaking Fine Art Print of the Buff-banded Rail.
21x7 image printed on 27x13 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 17.7cm x 50.1cm (7" x 19.7")
Estimated Product Size is 33cm x 68.6cm (13" 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
1. Title: "A Nineteenth Century Discovery: Buff-banded Rail (Rallus phippensis) Collected by JB Jukes in Port Essington, Northern Territory, Australia, August 1843" 2.. This image showcases a Buff-banded Rail (Rallus phippensis), a bird species native to Australasia, captured in a studio shot against a pristine white background. The specimen, collected by the esteemed naturalist JB Jukes during his expedition to Port Essington, Northern Territory, Australia, in August 1843, is a remarkable addition to the annals of ornithological history. 3. The Buff-banded Rail, a member of the Rallidae family and the Galliformes order, is known for its distinctive buff-colored bands on its sides and its cryptic, elusive nature. This side view of the bird offers a unique perspective, revealing its intricate plumage and the fine details of its anatomy. 4. The label on the bottom of the print, bearing the date "August 1843" and the collector's name "JB Jukes," attests to the historical significance of this specimen. The label also includes the scientific name "Rallus phippensis," which was first described by the French naturalist Louis Jean Pierre Vieillot in 1816. 5. The Buff-banded Rail is a sauropsid, a clade of reptile-descended vertebrates, which includes birds and their closest living relatives, such as crocodiles and lizards. This classification highlights the evolutionary connection between the avian world and its reptilian ancestors. 6. This print, with its rich history and scientific importance, is a testament to the enduring allure of natural history and the curiosity that drives explorers and collectors to uncover the wonders of the natural world.
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