Metal Print : Passerina ciris, painted bunting
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Passerina ciris, painted bunting
Plate 44, hand coloured etching from The Natural History of Carolina, Florida and the Bahama islands (1731-43) Vol. 1 by Mark Catesby
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Media ID 8612613
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18th Century American Sparrow Bahama Bunting Cardinal Cardinal Bird Cardinalidae Carolina Catesby Emberizidae Etching Florida Angiospermae
14"x11" (28x35cm) Metal Print
Bring the vibrant colors and intricate details of the natural world into your home with our Media Storehouse Metal Prints. Featuring this stunning image of a Painted Bunting (Passerina ciris), captured in exquisite detail through the hand-colored etching by Mark Catesby from The Natural History of Carolina, Florida and the Bahama Islands (1731-43). Our high-quality metal prints are not only visually appealing but also durable, providing a long-lasting and eye-catching addition to any room. Experience the beauty of nature in a whole new way with Media Storehouse 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
Plate 44" of Mark Catesby's seminal work, "The Natural History of Carolina, Florida and the Bahama Islands" (1731-1743), features a stunning hand-colored etching of the Painted Bunting, scientifically known as Passerina ciris. This exquisite bird, a native of the American South and the Caribbean, is depicted in all its vibrant glory, with its distinctive blue, green, and red plumage. Catesby's meticulous attention to detail is evident in the intricate anatomy of the bird, from the delicate feathers on its back to the intricately patterned feathers on its face and chest. The Painted Bunting is shown perched on a branch, with its head turned to the side, revealing a bright, expressive eye. In the background of the plate, a beautiful angiosperm flowering plant adorns the scene, adding a splash of color and further emphasizing the rich natural beauty of the Americas during the 18th century. The plant, with its delicate petals and intricate structure, is a testament to the careful observation and accurate recording of the natural world that Catesby and his team achieved during their extensive explorations. The Painted Bunting is a member of the Emberizidae family, also known as the New World sparrows, and the Cardinalidae family, which includes the cardinals. This bird is not only a fascinating subject for natural history enthusiasts but also an important part of the avian diversity of the Americas. Catesby's work, which includes over 200 plates, remains an invaluable resource for understanding the natural history of the Americas during the 18th century. The intricate etchings and hand-coloring techniques used in the plates continue to captivate viewers and inspire appreciation for the natural world.
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