Framed Print : Homeward Bound
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Homeward Bound
Illustration (p.531) from Charles Darwins Journal of Researches, first illustrated edition 1890
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Aquatic Calm Cetacea Cetacean Charles Darwin Darwin200 Delphinidae Dolphin Epitheria Eutheria Mammalia Odontoceti Placental Mammal Sail Theria Toothed Cetacean Homeward Bound
22"x18" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating 'Homeward Bound' Framed Print from Media Storehouse. This exquisite piece, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, is taken from the illustration on page 531 of Charles Darwin's Journal of Researches, first illustrated edition of 1890. This stunning image, featuring a group of sailors and their faithful canine companions, perfectly encapsulates the spirit of adventure and longing for home. Our carefully crafted frames accentuate the intricate details and vibrant colors of this timeless illustration, making it an elegant addition to any room in your home or office. Embrace the beauty of history with our Homeward Bound Framed Print.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 45.7cm (20" x 18")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 45.7cm (22" x 18")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Homeward Bound": A Stirring Illustration of the Voyage of the HMS Beagle and the Encounter with Playful Dolphins This evocative illustration, titled "Homeward Bound," is taken from the first illustrated edition of Charles Darwin's Journal of Researches, published in 1890. The image captures the serene beauty of the vast ocean, as the HMS Beagle, a small sailing vessel, makes its way homeward bound after a groundbreaking five-year voyage around the world. The ship, with its sails set against the calm, azure sky, cuts through the tranquil waters, leaving a gentle wake behind. In the foreground, a group of dolphins, members of the Delphinidae family, frolic and leap in the wake of the ship. These toothed cetaceans, part of the larger order Cetacea, are expert swimmers and are often seen riding the bow waves of ships. The artist masterfully renders their sleek, streamlined bodies and the graceful arcs of their leaps, creating a sense of dynamic energy and vitality. As a placental mammal, the dolphin is part of the larger class Eutheria, which includes all mammals that give live birth. This illustration serves as a poignant reminder of the interconnectedness of life, as the ship, a creation of human ingenuity, navigates the vast expanse of the sea, while the dolphins, a testament to the wonder and diversity of the natural world, accompany it on its journey home. This illustration, with its stunning depiction of the sailing vessel, the calm sea, and the playful dolphins, is a captivating representation of the beauty and mystery of the natural world that inspired Charles Darwin's groundbreaking theories on evolution and natural selection.
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