Metal Print : Coracinia analis, New Caledonian cuckoo-shrike
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Coracinia analis, New Caledonian cuckoo-shrike
Ff. 53. Watercolour painting by George Forster annotated Corvus cinereus and made during Captain James Cooks second voyage to explore the southern continent (1772-75)
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1754 1794 18th Century Adventure Campephagidae Captain Cook Captain James Cook Cook Cuckoo Cuculidae Cuculiformes Discovery Exploration Forster Johann George Adam Johann George Adam Forster Laniidae Cuckoo Shrike Cuckooshrike New Caledonia
14"x11" (28x35cm) Metal Print
Bring the exotic beauty of the Coracina analis, New Caledonian cuckoo-shrike, into your home with our Media Storehouse Metal Prints. This stunning watercolor painting, originally annotated as Corvus cinereus and created during Captain James Cook's second voyage in 1772-75 by renowned naturalist George Forster, is now available as a high-quality metal print. Each print is meticulously crafted to bring out the vibrant colors and intricate details of the artwork, making it a captivating addition to any room. Experience the allure of the natural world with our premium metal prints.
Our Metal Prints feature rounded corners and rear fixings for easy wall mounting. Images are directly printed onto a lightweight, high quality 5mm thick, durable metallic surface for a vivid and vibrant finish. Available in 2 sizes, 28x35cm (14x11) and 50x40cm (20x16). The unique material is fade, moisture, chemical and scratch resistant to help ensure this art lasts a lifetime.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 27.9cm x 35.5cm (11" x 14")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This exquisite watercolor painting, titled "Corvus cinereus" and created by the renowned naturalist George Forster during Captain James Cook's second voyage (1772-1775), showcases the captivating details of the Coracina analis, also known as the New Caledonian cuckoo-shrike. Forster's meticulous brushstrokes bring to life the intricacies of this enigmatic bird's grey plumage, piercing eye, and distinctive beak. Forster, a German naturalist and companion of Cook, documented numerous species of animals and birds during their groundbreaking expedition to explore the southern continent. This illustration, created between the years 1754 and 1794, is a testament to the remarkable discoveries made during this era of exploration and scientific discovery. The Coracina analis is a member of the cuckoo, shrike, and honeyeater family, which includes the cuculidae, laniidae, and campephagidae. This cuckoo-shrike is native to New Caledonia, an archipelago located in the southwestern Pacific Ocean. The bird is known for its unique behavior of laying its eggs in the nests of other birds, a practice known as brood parasitism. This stunning watercolor painting, annotated by Forster, is a valuable historical record of the natural world and the spirit of adventure that drove explorers like Cook to discover new lands and document the wonders of nature. The intricate details and vibrant colors bring the Coracina analis to life, transporting us back to the 18th century and the spirit of exploration and discovery that defined that era.
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