Framed Print : Purple-headed parakeet, with purple head, crimson
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Purple-headed parakeet, with purple head, crimson
Purple-headed parakeet, with purple head, crimson cheeks and legs, green wings and body.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, 1800
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Australis Crowned Frederick Headed Lorikeet Miscellany Naturalist Nodder Parakeet Psittacus Purple Shaw
A2 Premium Frame with A3 Poster
Introducing the captivating Purple-headed Parakeet Framed Print from Media Storehouse, showcasing this magnificent bird in all its glory. This stunning handcolored copperplate engraving, originally published in George Shaw and Frederick Nodder's The Naturalist's Miscellany in 1800, brings the vibrant colors and intricate details of the Purple-headed Parakeet to life. With its distinctive purple head, crimson cheeks, and legs, contrasting against its lush green wings and body, this print is a true masterpiece. Add a touch of natural beauty to your home or office with the Purple-headed Parakeet Framed Print, a timeless addition to any collection.
Premium Paradise Wooden Range A2 Premium Poster Frame (62x45cm) with A3 Poster (42x30cm) and mounted behind a white matt board to make your photo really stand out. FSC Certified and Rainforest Alliance Certified for environmental, social, and economic sustainably. High transparency tempered glass window with a smooth finished frame. Great for filling empty walls, decorating blank spaces, or creating eye-catching gallery walls. Frames arrive ready to hang. Sent with secure, protective packaging. Smooth wooden veneer mimics the real wood look and feel with ultra-durable scratch resistance tempered glass.
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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 exquisite handcolored copperplate engraving showcases the vibrant and captivating Purple-headed Parakeet (Psittacula longicauda), also known as the Blue-crowned Lorikeet or the Long-tailed Parakeet. The Purple-headed Parakeet is native to the Comoros Islands in the Indian Ocean. The bird's distinctive features include its purple head, crimson cheeks, and legs, contrasting beautifully with its emerald green wings and body. The engraving is taken from The Naturalist's Miscellany, a publication by George Shaw and Frederick Nodder in the year 1800. Shaw and Nodder were renowned naturalists of their time, and their work was instrumental in documenting and recording the natural history of various species, including the Purple-headed Parakeet. The meticulous attention to detail in this engraving is evident in the intricate depiction of the Purple-headed Parakeet's plumage, beak, and other physical characteristics. The use of handcoloring further enhances the image, bringing out the richness and depth of the bird's colors. This historical record of the Purple-headed Parakeet serves as a reminder of the beauty and diversity of the natural world, as well as the important role that naturalists and illustrators played in documenting and preserving it for future generations. The engraving also showcases the artistic skill and craftsmanship of the time, making it a valuable addition to any collection of natural history or ornithology.
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