Greetings Card : Muscipeta Princeps. Birds from the Himalaya Mountains, engraving 1831 by Elizabeth Gould
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Muscipeta Princeps. Birds from the Himalaya Mountains, engraving 1831 by Elizabeth Gould
Muscipeta Princeps. Birds from the Himalaya Mountains, engraving 1831 by Elizabeth Gould and John Gould. John Gould was working as a taxidermist, he was known as the bird-stuffer, by the Zoological Society. Goulds fascination with birds from the east began in the late 1820s when a collection of birds from the Himalayan mountains arrived at the Societys museum and Gould conceived the idea of publishing a volume of imperial folio sized hand-coloured lithographs of the eighty species, with figures of a hundred birds. Elizabeth Gould made the drawings and transferred them to the large lithographic stones. They are called Gould plates
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Greetings Card (7"x5")
Add a touch of exotic elegance to your correspondence with our Muscipeta Princeps Greetings Cards from Media Storehouse. These beautifully crafted cards feature an enchanting 1831 engraving of the Muscipeta Princeps, also known as the Himalayan Monal, by renowned natural history illustrators Elizabeth Gould and John Gould. This exquisite artwork, part of the esteemed Liszt Collection, showcases the vibrant plumage and regal posture of this magnificent bird from the Himalayan Mountains. Perfect for special occasions or just to brighten someone's day, these cards are a delightful way to send a message of admiration, appreciation, or simply to share the beauty of nature.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 17.5cm x 12.5cm (6.9" x 4.9")
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 print showcases "Muscipeta Princeps. Birds from the Himalaya Mountains" an engraving created in 1831 by Elizabeth Gould and John Gould. John Gould, famously known as the bird-stuffer, initially developed a deep fascination with birds from the east when a collection of avian species from the Himalayan mountains arrived at the Zoological Society's museum in the late 1820s. Inspired by this encounter, he conceived the idea of publishing a volume featuring hand-colored lithographs of eighty different species, encompassing figures of one hundred birds. Elizabeth Gould played an instrumental role in bringing this vision to life through her intricate drawings and their subsequent transfer onto large lithographic stones, which are now renowned as "Gould plates". This particular artwork captures not only the exotic beauty but also highlights various aspects of animal behavior and markings found within these Asian avian creatures. The print transports us back to early 19th-century England when British artist Elizabeth Gould collaborated closely with her husband John Gould on their groundbreaking natural history publications. The attention to detail is evident in every brushstroke and color choice, showcasing both their artistic prowess and dedication to capturing nature's wonders. Displayed against a neutral background, this close-up illustration allows viewers to appreciate each unique feature of these magnificent birds. The Liszt Cultural Institute proudly presents this early nineteenth-century masterpiece that continues to captivate audiences with its bizarre yet breathtaking depictions of wildlife from distant lands.
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