Metal Print : Rallus limicola, Virginia rail
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Rallus limicola, Virginia rail
Plate 205 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1834-35), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London
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Aquatint Arthropod Arthropoda Audubon Birds Of America Gruiformes Hexapod Hexapoda Insecta Rallidae Rallus Sauropsid Sauropsida Invertebrata Rallus Limicola
10"x8" (25x20cm) Table Top Metal Print
Introducing the stunning Media Storehouse Metal Print featuring Rallus limicola, the Virginia Rail, from the iconic John James Audubon's "Birds of America" collection. This exquisite print, taken from Plate 205, showcases the intricate detail and vibrant colors of the original hand-coloured aquatint. Bring the beauty of Audubon's masterpiece into your home or office with our high-quality Metal Print, which is not only a work of art but also a modern and durable decorative piece. Each print is individually printed and coated with a protective layer to preserve the rich colors and sharp details, ensuring a long-lasting impression. Order yours today and experience the timeless elegance of Audubon's Birds of America like never before.
Table Top Metal Prints feature rounded corners and an easel back for easy display. Available in two sizes, 18x13cm (7x5) or 25x20cm (10x8). Lightweight and vibrant, they are perfect for displaying artwork and are guaranteed to add style to any desk or table top. 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 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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 205 from John James Audubon's renowned work, "Birds of America," features a vividly colored depiction of the Virginia Rail (Rallus limicola). This exquisite illustration, part of the original double elephant folio printed between 1834 and 1835, showcases the bird in its natural habitat. The plate was engraved, printed, and hand-colored by R. Havell (& Son) in London. The Virginia Rail is a small, marsh-dwelling bird belonging to the Rallidae family, order Gruiformes, and class Aves. With its distinctive brown and black plumage, this sauropsid, or reptile-like bird, is well-camouflaged among the marsh vegetation. The plate captures the bird's alert posture, with its long, slender legs and sharp, curved beak, which it uses to probe the marshy ground for food. In the background of the illustration, various invertebrates and insects, including hexapods, can be seen. These arthropods, belonging to the class Insecta, are an essential food source for the Virginia Rail and other marsh-dwelling birds. The intricate details of the invertebrates are expertly rendered in the hand-colored aquatint, adding to the overall beauty and realism of the illustration. The Virginia Rail is a diurnal, or daytime, bird, and this plate captures its appearance during the day. The plate's title, "Rallus Limicola," is inscribed in the bottom left corner, along with the plate number and the names of the engraver and printer. This stunning illustration is a testament to the artistic and scientific mastery of John James Audubon and his collaborators, providing a window into the natural world of over 200 years ago.
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