Greetings Card : Dendroica fusca, Blackburnian warbler
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Dendroica fusca, Blackburnian warbler
Plate 135 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 Asterid Audubon Birds Of America Dendroica Ericales Eudicot Meadow Parulidae Passeriformes Passerine Perched Perching Angiospermae Blackburnian Warbler Dendroica Fusca Dicot Dicotyledon Magnoliophyta
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Introducing the enchanting selection of greeting cards from Media Storehouse, featuring the stunning artwork of the Blackburnian Warbler by John James Audubon. This exquisite image is taken from the iconic "Birds of America" series, originally published in the early 19th century. Each card showcases the intricate detail and vibrant colors of the hand-coloured aquatint, transporting you to the heart of the natural world. Share the beauty of this rare and captivating bird with your loved ones on special occasions. Our high-quality cards are perfect for expressing your heartfelt sentiments, making every message a work of art. Order yours today and let the magic of nature speak for itself.
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 stunning image of a Blackburnian Warbler (Dendroica fusca), Plate 135 from John James Audubon's iconic work "Birds of America," showcases the intricate details of this vibrant and small passerine bird. The Blackburnian Warbler is a member of the Parulidae family, order Passeriformes, and is known for its distinctive black "mustache" stripe that runs from the bill to the back of the head. This bird is perched gracefully on a slender branch, surrounded by a lush meadow filled with various flowering plants. The hand-coloured aquatint technique used to create this illustration brings the Blackburnian Warbler to life, capturing the richness of its plumage and the intricacies of its feathers. The use of aquatint, a printing process that involves etching the plate with a fine rosin powder and then biting it with acid, allows for a wide range of tonal values and subtle shading. The Blackburnian Warbler is a New World warbler, and is named after William Blackburn, an English naturalist who first described the species in 1793. This bird is found in the eastern United States and Canada, and is known to feed primarily on insects and spiders. The illustration also highlights the beauty of the flowering plants in the meadow, including various dicotyledon and angiosperm species. The presence of these plants underscores the importance of habitats rich in flora for the survival of birds and other wildlife. This image is a testament to the artistry and scientific accuracy of John James Audubon's work, which revolutionized the way birds were depicted and studied. The intricate details of the Blackburnian Warbler and its surroundings continue to captivate viewers and inspire appreciation for the natural world.
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