Pied oystercatcher, Haematopus ostralegus

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Pied oystercatcher, Haematopus ostralegus

Pied oystercatcher, Haematopus ostralegus.. 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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1811 Graves Haematopus Ornithology Pied Ostralegus Oystercatcher

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This exquisite handcolored print depicts the Pied Oystercatcher, Haematopus ostralegus, a distinctive wading bird native to the coasts of the North Atlantic and North Sea. The image is a masterpiece of 19th-century ornithological illustration, drawn and engraved by George Graves for his seminal work, "British Ornithology," published in Walworth in 1821. George Graves was an accomplished artist, engraver, and publisher, whose contributions to the field of ornithology were significant. This print, a beautiful example of his work, showcases the intricate details of the Pied Oystercatcher's plumage, with its black and white stripes, red eyes, and distinctive red bill. The bird is depicted standing on a rocky shore, surrounded by the rolling waves and seaweed, providing a sense of its natural habitat. The print is a handcolored copperplate engraving, a technique that was popular during the 18th and 19th centuries for producing high-quality illustrations. The process involved creating an engraving on a copper plate, which was then inked and hand-colored by skilled artisans. The result is a rich, vibrant image that captures the beauty and detail of the subject. Graves' "British Ornithology" was a groundbreaking work that documented the birds of Britain and Ireland, and this print is a testament to the artist's dedication to accurately recording the natural world. The image is not only a valuable historical record of the Pied Oystercatcher but also a stunning work of art that continues to captivate viewers today.

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