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Great argus, golden pheasant and helmeted guineafowl
Great argus, Argusianus argus 1, golden pheasant, Chrysolophus pictus 2, and helmeted guineafowl, Numida meleagris 3. Handcoloured lithograph from Carl Hoffmanns Book of the World, Stuttgart, 1849
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Argus Argusianus Buch Carl Chrysolophus Educational Giganteus Helmeted Hoffmann Meleagris Phasianus Pheasant Pictus Welt Guineafowl Numida
13.5"x11.5" (34x29cm) Premium Frame
Bring the vibrant and intriguing world of exotic birds into your home with our stunning Framed Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating piece features a handcoloured lithograph of the Great Argus (Argusianus argus 1), Golden Pheasant (Chrysolophus pictus 2), and Helmeted Guineafowl (Numida meleagris 3), taken from Carl Hoffmann's Book of the World published in 1849. Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, these prints are not only beautiful works of art but also a window into the natural world's rich tapestry. Add an air of elegance and sophistication to any room with this exquisite trio of birds, expertly captured in intricate detail and vivid colour.
Framed and mounted 9x7 print. Professionally handmade full timber moulded frames are finished off with framers tape and come with a hanging solution on the back. Outer dimensions are 13.5x11.5 inches (34x29cm). Quality timber frame frame moulding (20mm wide and 30mm deep) with frame colours in your choice of black, white, or raw oak and a choice of black or white card mounts. Frames have a perspex front providing a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish which is easily cleaned with a damp cloth.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 21.4cm x 21.4cm (8.4" x 8.4")
Estimated Product Size is 29.2cm x 34cm (11.5" x 13.4")
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.
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This hand-colored lithograph, taken from Carl Hoffmann's "Book of the World" published in Stuttgart in 1849, showcases three magnificent and exotic bird species: the Great Argus (Argusianus argus, also known as the Gigantic Argus or Blue Argus), the Golden Pheasant (Chrysolophus pictus), and the Helmeted Guineafowl (Numida meleagris). The Great Argus, depicted in the center of the image, is the largest pheasant species in the world. Known for its iridescent green and blue plumage, this bird is a native of the Malay Peninsula and Sumatra. The male's most striking feature is the large, fan-like tail display, which is used during mating rituals. To the left of the Great Argus, the Golden Pheasant can be seen. This bird is native to the mountainous regions of China and is renowned for its vibrant colors, including gold, green, and red. The male's elaborate plumage is used to attract females during mating season. On the right side of the image, the Helmeted Guineafowl is shown. This bird is native to Africa and is easily identified by its distinctive helmet-like head and feathered crest. They are omnivores and are known to be noisy birds, making them relatively easy to spot in their natural habitat. This beautiful and intricately detailed lithograph is a testament to the artistry and scientific curiosity of the 19th century. It serves as an educational tool, allowing people to learn about and appreciate the natural world, and remains a valuable historical document today.
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