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Northern harrier or blue hawk, Circus cyaneus
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Northern harrier or blue hawk, Circus cyaneus
Northern harrier or blue hawk, Circus cyaneus.. Handcolored copperplate drawn and engraved by George Graves from his own British Ornithology, Walworth, 1821. Graves was a bookseller, publisher, artist, engraver and colorist and worked on botanical and ornithological books
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1815 Circus Cyaneus Graves Harrier Hawk Ornithology
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This exquisite handcolored print depicts the Northern Harrier, or Blue Hawk (Circus cyaneus), as beautifully rendered by the skilled hands of George Graves in 1821. A British bookseller, publisher, artist, and engraver, Graves was a prominent figure in the world of ornithological illustration during the early 19th century. The Northern Harrier, a bird of prey native to the Northern Hemisphere, is distinguished by its unique facial disc, which helps it to locate prey by sound, and its distinctive cry, which resembles a barking dog. In this meticulously detailed print, Graves captures the bird's striking features, from its blue-gray plumage to its long, broad wings and distinctive crested head. Graves' work on this print was part of his contributions to British Ornithology, a comprehensive and influential work on the birds of Britain and its colonies. The print was produced using the copperplate engraving technique, which involved creating an image on a copper plate, etching the lines, and then applying color by hand. The result is a vibrant and lifelike representation of the Northern Harrier that transports us back in time to the early 1800s. This print is a testament to Graves' artistic skill and dedication to the study of natural history. It is a valuable historical artifact that offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing both the beauty of the Northern Harrier and the artistry of a masterful illustrator.
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