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Wood pigeon, Columba palumbus
Wood pigeon, Columba palumbus.. 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 Columba Graves Ornithology Pigeon Palumbus
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This exquisite handcolored copperplate print depicts a Wood Pigeon, Columba palumbus, drawn and engraved by the accomplished British artist, George Graves. The print is taken from Graves' seminal work, "British Ornithology," published in Walworth in 1821. Graves was a polymath of his time, excelling not only as a bookseller and publisher but also as an artist, engraver, and colorist. His meticulous attention to detail is evident in this stunning representation of the Wood Pigeon. The Wood Pigeon, also known as the Carp Pigeon or the English pigeon, is a common bird species native to Europe, North Africa, and western Asia. With its distinctive plumage of grey, black, and iridescent green, this bird is a favorite among birdwatchers and naturalists. The Wood Pigeon's plump body and distinctive cooing sound make it a beloved sight in forests and woodlands across the Old World. Graves' masterful depiction of the Wood Pigeon captures the essence of this beautiful bird, with its head turned slightly to the side, revealing the intricate patterns of its feathers. The artist's use of handcoloring adds a vibrant and lifelike quality to the print, bringing the Wood Pigeon to life on the page. As a testament to Graves' skill and dedication to his craft, this Wood Pigeon print remains a prized possession for collectors of historical ornithological works. It offers a glimpse into the past, when natural history was a source of fascination and wonder, and when artists like George Graves used their talents to document the natural world in stunning detail.
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