Framed Print : Sitta carolinensis, white-breasted nuthatch
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Sitta carolinensis, white-breasted nuthatch
Plate 152 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1831-34), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London
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Aquatint Audubon Birds Of America Breasted Flock Nuthatch Passeriformes Passerine Perched Perching Sauropsid Sauropsida Sitta Tail Wing Sitta Carolinensis Sittidae White Breasted Nuthatch
A2 Premium Frame with A3 Poster
Introducing the latest addition to our Framed Prints collection at Media Storehouse: a stunning representation of the White-breasted Nuthatch (Sitta carolinensis) from the iconic "Birds of America" series by John James Audubon. This captivating print, featuring Plate 152 from Audubon's original double elephant folio (1831-34), has been expertly hand-coloured, engraved, and printed by R. Havell (& Son) in London. Bring the beauty of nature into your home or office with this exquisite, museum-quality framed print, showcasing the intricate details and vibrant colours of this iconic work. Perfect for bird enthusiasts and art lovers alike.
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 44.6cm x 62cm (17.6" x 24.4")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Plate 152 from John James Audubon's seminal work, "Birds of America," features the captivating image of a White-breasted Nuthatch, scientifically known as Sitta carolinensis. This exquisite illustration, part of the original double elephant folio published between 1831 and 1834, showcases the meticulous attention to detail that defines Audubon's masterpiece. The hand-coloured aquatint was engraved, printed, and coloured by Robert Havell & Son in London. The White-breasted Nuthatch, a passerine bird belonging to the family Sittidae, is a small, long-tailed bird commonly found in North America. With its distinctive white underparts, black cap, and blue wings, this bird is a striking sight as it perches on a tree branch. The nuthatch's name comes from its habit of wedging acorns and other nuts into tree bark to store for later consumption. The illustration captures the nuthatch in a naturalistic setting, with its sharp, curved beak open slightly as if in the midst of a search for food. Its tail is cocked, displaying the distinctive white outer feathers. The intricately detailed plumage, from the fine barring on the wings to the delicate feathers on the head, is a testament to the skill of the engraver and the colourist. As one of the most iconic works in the history of ornithology, Audubon's "Birds of America" remains a source of inspiration and wonder for bird enthusiasts and art lovers alike. This image of the White-breasted Nuthatch is a prime example of the beauty and precision that can be achieved through the combination of scientific observation, artistic talent, and advanced printing techniques.
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