Metal Print : Pitta maxima, ivory-breasted pitta
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Pitta maxima, ivory-breasted pitta
Plate 27 from John Goulds The Birds of New Guinea, Vol. 4 (1875-88). Hand coloured lithograph
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Belly Birds Of New Guinea Breasted Dripping Gould Ivory John Gould Pair Passeriformes Passerine
14"x11" (28x35cm) Metal Print
Bring the vibrant colors and intricate details of the natural world into your home with Media Storehouse's Metal Prints. Featuring this stunning ivory-breasted Pitta Maxima, captured in exquisite detail from John Gould's "The Birds of New Guinea" vol. 4 (1875-88), this Metal Print is a must-have for bird enthusiasts and art lovers alike. Each print is meticulously printed on high-quality metal sheets using a dye sublimation process, ensuring brilliant colors and long-lasting durability. With a sleek, modern design and a stunning, high-definition image, this Metal Print is sure to make a bold statement in any room. Order yours today and bring a piece of the world's beauty into your home.
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 35.5cm x 27.9cm (14" x 11")
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 27 from John Gould's The Birds of New Guinea, Volume 4 (1875-88), features an exquisitely detailed hand-coloured lithograph of the Ivory-breasted Pitta, scientifically known as Pitta maxima. This nineteenth-century illustration showcases the stunning beauty of this passerine bird, native to the rainforests of New Guinea. The Ivory-breasted Pitta is depicted in its natural habitat, outside among the lush foliage of the forest floor. The bird is shown in a lifelike pose, with its long, drooping belly feathers creating a striking contrast against its ivory-white breast. The intricate details of the bird's plumage are expertly rendered, from the glossy black feathers covering most of its body to the fine, red-brown markings on its wings and tail. The Ivory-breasted Pitta is a member of the Passeriformes order, commonly known as perching birds, and is a popular target for birdwatchers and natural history enthusiasts. This bird is typically found in the daytime hours, making it an intriguing subject for this illustration. The hand-colouring technique used in this lithograph adds an extra layer of depth and vibrancy to the image, bringing the Ivory-breasted Pitta to life in a way that a black and white reproduction could not. The meticulous attention to detail and the use of naturalistic colours make this a truly beautiful and captivating work of art. John Gould's The Birds of New Guinea is a seminal work in the field of ornithology, and this plate is a testament to the skill and dedication of the artists and colourists who worked on the project. The Ivory-breasted Pitta is just one of the many fascinating and unique bird species that can be found in the rich biodiversity of New Guinea, and this illustration serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving and celebrating the natural world.
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