Greetings Card : Lesser honeyguide, Indicator minor, and black-fronted
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Lesser honeyguide, Indicator minor, and black-fronted
Purple-breasted cotinga, Cotinga cotinga, and Bohemian waxwing, Bombycilla garrulus.. Handcolored copperplate stipple engraving from Dumont de Sainte-Croixs Dictionary of Natural Science: Ornithology, Paris, France, 1816-1830. Illustration by J. G. Pretre, engraved by Massard, directed by Pierre Jean-Francois Turpin, and published by F.G. Levrault. Jean Gabriel Pretre (1780-1845) was painter of natural history at Empress Josephines zoo and later became artist to the Museum of Natural History
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Greetings Card (7"x5")
Introducing the enchanting selection of greeting cards from Media Storehouse, featuring the captivating beauty of the natural world. This exquisite design showcases three intriguing birds: the Lesser Honeyguide (Indicator minor), the Purple-breasted Cotinga (Cotinga cotinga), and the Bohemian Waxwing (Bombycilla garrulus). Each card is meticulously crafted with high-quality prints sourced from renowned archives, such as Mary Evans Prints Online. The Lesser Honeyguide image is a stunning rights-managed piece, while the Purple-breasted Cotinga and Bohemian Waxwing are depicted in handcolored copperplate stipple engravings from Dumont de Sainte-Croix's Dictionary of Natural Science. These unique greeting cards are perfect for nature enthusiasts, ornithologists, and anyone who appreciates the intricate details and vibrant colors of the avian world. Express your thoughts and emotions with a touch of the wild, as these cards add a touch of elegance and sophistication to your correspondence. Brighten someone's day with a piece of the natural world in your greeting card. Order yours today and let the magic of Media Storehouse's Greeting Card range transport you to another world.
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 handcolored copperplate stipple engraving, created between 1816 and 1830, is a captivating representation of three intriguing bird species: the Lesser honeyguide (Indicator minor), Black-fronted Cotinga (Cotinga cotinga), and Bohemian Waxwing (Bombycilla garrulus). The illustration is taken from the esteemed "Dictionnaire de Naturaliste: Omnithologie" by Dumont de Sainte-Croix, and was produced under the artistic direction of Pierre Jean-Francois Turpin. The centerpiece of this exquisite artwork is the Lesser honeyguide, a small, agile bird native to sub-Saharan Africa. Known for its distinctive call that sounds like the buzzing of a bee, this bird guides humans to bees' nests in exchange for honey. The honeyguide is depicted perched on a branch, its vibrant orange-yellow underparts contrasting sharply with its black and white wings. To the left of the honeyguide, the Black-fronted Cotinga, also known as the Purple-breasted Cotinga, is shown with its striking plumage. This South American bird is characterized by its black face mask, purple breast, and long, curved beak. The Bohemian Waxwing, a common bird in the northern hemisphere, is depicted on the right. This bird is easily identified by its crest, black mask, and distinctive wax-red tips on its wings. This beautiful artwork was created by the skilled hand of Jean Gabriel Pretre, a painter of natural history at Empress Josephine's zoo and later becoming an artist to the Museum of Natural History. The intricate details of the birds' plumage and their lifelike poses are a testament to Pretre's mastery of his craft. The engraving was executed by Massard under Turpin's direction and published by F.G. Levrault. This historical piece is a must-have for any avid bird enthusiast or collector of natural history art.
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