Framed Print : Dendrocygna arcuata australia eggs
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Dendrocygna arcuata australia eggs
Eggs of wandering whistling duck, Dendrocygna arcuata, collected by John Gilbert in Australia, 4th March 1841. All five are type specimens. Date: 1841
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Media ID 14239432
© Mary Evans / Natural History Museum
1841 Anatidae Anseriformes Australasia Duck Five Fowl Gilbert John Gilbert Label Labelled Ornithological Sauropsid Sauropsida Speckled Studioshot Waterfowl Dendrocygna Tree Duck
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Introducing the latest addition to our Framed Prints collection at Media Storehouse - a captivating image of Dendrocygna arcuata, or Wandering Whistling Duck, eggs. This extraordinary piece, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases five beautifully preserved eggs collected by John Gilbert in Australia on the 4th of March, 1841. These eggs, now considered type specimens, offer a fascinating glimpse into the natural world of yesteryears. Add this unique and intriguing framed print to your home or office decor and bring a touch of history and natural wonder into your space.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.4cm x 40.4cm (15.9" x 15.9")
Estimated Product Size is 62cm x 44.6cm (24.4" x 17.6")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph showcases a collection of five eggs, each a precious and historic relic from the natural world. These eggs, belonging to the Wandering Whistling Duck (Dendrocygna arcuata), were meticulously gathered by the renowned naturalist John Gilbert in Australia on the 4th of March, 1841. The eggs are labeled as type specimens, indicating their significance in the scientific community during the Victorian era. The 19th century was a period of immense curiosity and exploration in the realm of natural history, and these eggs are a testament to that era. The Anatidae family, to which the Wandering Whistling Duck belongs, is a large and diverse group of waterfowl, and these eggs offer a rare glimpse into their biology and development. The eggs are speckled, reflecting the intricate patterns that adorn the shells of many avian species. The Sauropsida classification, which includes birds and reptiles, is a reminder of the evolutionary connections between these diverse groups of animals. The studio shot captures the eggs in a simple yet elegant setting, allowing their unique beauty to shine. The meticulous labeling, with the date and species information clearly visible, underscores the importance of documentation and record-keeping in scientific research. This photograph is a valuable historical artifact, offering a window into the past and the curiosity and wonder that drove naturalists like John Gilbert to explore the natural world. The eggs of the Wandering Whistling Duck, collected on that fateful day in March 1841, continue to inspire and intrigue ornithologists and natural history enthusiasts alike.
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