Greetings Card : Reed bunting, Emberiza schoeniculus
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Reed bunting, Emberiza schoeniculus
Reed bunting, Emberiza schoeniculus.. Handcolored copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his own Natural History of British Birds, London, 1794-1819
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Greetings Card (7"x5")
Brighten someone's day with a touch of natural beauty! Our Reed Bunting Greeting Cards, featuring the stunning hand-colored engraving by Edward Donovan from his Natural History of British Birds (1794-1819), now available at Media Storehouse. These elegant cards showcase the intricate details and vibrant colors of this exquisite Reed Bunting (Emberiza schoeniculus) specimen. Perfect for any occasion, these cards are a thoughtful and unique way to express your feelings. Order yours today and let the charm 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 exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving showcases the intricate details of the Reed Bunting, Emberiza schoeniculus. Created by renowned Irish naturalist and artist, Edward Donovan, this illustration is taken from his seminal work, "A Natural History of British Birds," published in London between 1794 and 1819. The Reed Bunting is a small, brown and grey bird with a distinctive black mask and white eyebrow stripe. It is a common resident breeding bird in Europe, Asia, and northern Africa, and is often found in wetland habitats, such as reed beds and marshes. Donovan's meticulous attention to detail is evident in the textured plumage, the delicate rendering of the bird's beak and feet, and the lifelike depiction of its expressive eyes. This illustration is a testament to Donovan's skill as both an artist and a naturalist, and offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of ornithology during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The historical significance of this work is further underscored by the use of copperplate engraving, a technique that was widely used during this period for producing high-quality, detailed illustrations. Today, this beautiful illustration remains an important historical record of the natural world and a testament to the enduring beauty of nature.
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