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Ramphastos vitellinus, channel-billed toucan
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Ramphastos vitellinus, channel-billed toucan
Original oil painting on canvas by Nicholas Aylward Vigors, (1831). 48cm x 62cm
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Billed Birds The Art Of Ornithology Canvas Channel Elphick Jonathan Jonathan Elphick Piciformes Ramphastos Sauropsida Ramphastidae
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This stunning oil painting on canvas, titled "Ramphastos vitellinus," or the Channel-billed Toucan, is an exquisite illustration of this iconic bird species, created by the renowned nineteenth-century naturalist artist, Nicholas Aylward Vigors. Painted between 1785 and 1840, this masterpiece measures 48cm x 62cm and showcases the intricate details and vibrant colors of the Channel-billed Toucan. The Channel-billed Toucan, also known as the Channel-billed Parrot, is a large, colorful bird native to Central and South America. With its distinctive red, yellow, and black plumage, large, colorful bill, and striking eyes, this bird is a popular subject in the world of ornithology and art. Vigors, a British naturalist and artist, was known for his meticulous attention to detail and his ability to capture the essence of the animals he painted. In this illustration, the Channel-billed Toucan is depicted in its natural habitat, perched on a tree branch during the daytime. The artist expertly renders the textures of the bird's feathers, the intricacies of its beak, and the lifelike quality of its eyes. The painting is a testament to the art of ornithology during the nineteenth century, a time when natural history was a popular pursuit among the scientific community and the wealthy elite. The Channel-billed Toucan was a particularly intriguing subject, with its unique appearance and fascinating behavior. This artwork, by Jonathan Elphick after Nicholas Aylward Vigors, is a must-have for any avian enthusiast, natural history museum, or art collector. It is a beautiful reminder of the natural world and the artistry of the past.
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