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Thryomanes bewickii, Bewicks wren
Plate 18 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1827-30), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London
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Plate 18 from John James Audubon's seminal work, "Birds of America," features a stunningly detailed and lifelike depiction of the Bewick's Wren, Thryomanes bewickii. This exquisite hand-colored aquatint print, plate size 39.5 x 26.5 inches, was engraved, printed, and hand-colored by R. Havell (& Son) in London between 1827 and 130. The meticulous attention to anatomy and plumage is evident in the intricate rendering of the wren's blue-gray back, white underparts, and distinctive white stripe over the eye. The wren is depicted perched on a naturalistic branch, its beak slightly open as if in song. The Bewick's Wren is a small, agile passerine bird native to North America, belonging to the troglodytidae family and the passeriformes order. Its scientific name, Thryomanes bewickii, honors the English naturalist Thomas Bewick. This bird is known for its distinctive throaty song and its ability to mimic other bird calls. The wood engraving process used to create this print involved carving the image into a block of wood, which was then inked and pressed onto paper. The aquatint technique, which involves applying a fine powder to the surface of the plate and heating it to create a textured surface that holds ink, was used to create the subtle tonal variations in the print. The final touch was the delicate application of hand color, which brought the wren to vibrant life. This beautiful and historic print is a testament to the skill and artistry of Audubon, Havell, and their teams, and offers a window into the natural world of over 200 years ago.
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