Metal Print : Yellow-billed oxpecker, Buphagus africanus
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Yellow-billed oxpecker, Buphagus africanus
Yellow-billed oxpecker, Buphagus africanus, and orange-wattled kokako, Callaeas cinerea (extinct).. Handcolored copperplate stipple engraving from Dumont de Sainte-Croixs Dictionary of Natural Science: Ornithology, Paris, France, 1816-1830. Illustration by J. G. Pretre, engraved by Madame Rebel, directed by Pierre Jean-Francois Turpin, and published by F.G. Levrault. Jean Gabriel Pretre (1780-1845) was painter of natural history at Empress Josephines zoo and later became artist to the Museum of Natural History
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Africanus Billed Cinerea Croix Dictionary Dumont Extinct Gabriel Ornithology Pretre Sainte Stipple Wattled Buphagus Callaeas Kokako Oxpecker
14"x11" (28x35cm) Metal Print
Bring the vibrant beauty of nature into your home with Media Storehouse's Metal Prints featuring the Yellow-billed Oxpecker, Buphagus africanus. This stunning image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the intricate details of this bird's distinctive features. With its bright yellow beak and bold black and white plumage, the Oxpecker is a captivating addition to any room. Our high-quality Metal Prints are handcrafted using a unique process that infuses dyes directly into the metal, resulting in a vivid, long-lasting image. Experience the rich history of natural history with this exquisite handcolored copperplate stipple engraving of the Oxpecker, originally from Dumont de Sainte-Croix's Dictionary of Natural History. Elevate your decor and celebrate the wonders of the natural world with Media Storehouse's 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 stunning handcolored copperplate stipple engraving is an exquisite representation of two intriguing bird species: the Yellow-billed Oxpecker (Buphagus africanus) and the Orange-wattled Kokako (Callaeas cinerea). The illustration is taken from Dumont de Sainte-Croix's Dictionary of Natural Science: Ornithology, published in Paris, France between 1816 and 1830. The Yellow-billed Oxpecker is a small bird native to sub-Saharan Africa. It is characterized by its distinctive yellow bill and black and white plumage. Oxpeckers are known for their association with larger animals, such as buffalo and zebras, where they feed on insects and ticks that inhabit their hosts. The Orange-wattled Kokako, on the other hand, is a large, flightless, and sadly extinct bird that was endemic to New Zealand. It is easily recognizable by its orange wattles and blue-grey plumage. The Kokako was a forest-dwelling bird, and its extinction is believed to be due to habitat loss and predation by introduced species. The illustration was created by the skilled hand of Jean Gabriel Pretre, who was a painter of natural history at Empress Josephine's zoo and later became an artist to the Museum of Natural History. The engraving was executed by Madame Rebel, under the direction of Pierre Jean-Francois Turpin, and published by F.G. Levrault. The intricate detail and vibrant colors of this historical artwork continue to captivate and inspire ornithologists and natural history enthusiasts alike.
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