Photographic Print : European roller, Coracias garrulus, and broad-billed
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European roller, Coracias garrulus, and broad-billed
European roller, Coracias garrulus, and broad-billed roller, Eurystomus glaucurus.. 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 Massard, 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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Media ID 14214629
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Billed Broad Coracias Croix Dictionary Dumont Gabriel Garrulus Ornithology Pretre Roller Sainte Stipple Threatened
15"x10" (37.5x25cm) Poster
Introducing the exquisite European Roller photographic print from the Media Storehouse collection, showcasing this stunning bird in all its glory. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, is a handcolored copperplate stipple engraving by Dumont de Sainte-Croix from his Dictionary of Natural Science: Ornithology. The European Roller, Coracias garrulus, is depicted alongside its broad-billed counterpart, the Broad-billed Roller, Eurystomus glaucurus. Add this beautiful print to your home or office decor and bring the wonders of the natural world into your space. Each print is carefully crafted using high-quality materials and printing techniques, ensuring a vibrant and detailed representation of this iconic bird species. Experience the timeless allure of natural history with Media Storehouse.
High-quality poster prints are available in a range of sizes and are printed on 270 gsm semi-glossy silk finish poster paper. An affordable option for decorating any space, they are perfect for fixing straight onto walls. To ensure your poster arrives in good condition, we roll and send them in strong mailing tubes.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.6cm x 37.5cm (9.7" x 14.8")
Estimated Product Size is 25cm x 37.5cm (9.8" x 14.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This exquisite handcolored copperplate stipple engraving, taken from Dumont de Sainte-Croix's Dictionary of Natural Science: Ornithology, showcases two distinctive and captivating bird species: the European Roller (Coracias garrulus) and the Broad-billed Roller (Eurystomus glaucurus). The illustration, produced in Paris, France, between 1816 and 1830, is a testament to the intricate detail and artistry of the time. The European Roller, depicted on the left, is a medium-sized bird with a slender body and a distinctive blue-green back and wings. Its head is adorned with a black stripe, and its beak is short and curved. The European Roller is a migratory bird, breeding in Europe and Asia, and is currently listed as a species of least concern by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). On the right, the Broad-billed Roller, also known as the African Roller, is a larger bird with a broad, decurved beak, which gives it its name. Its plumage is iridescent, with a green back and wings, and a blue-black belly. The Broad-billed Roller is native to Africa and is also a migratory bird. It is currently listed as a species of least concern by the IUCN. This stunning illustration was created by the skilled hand of Jean Gabriel Pretre, a painter of natural history at Empress Josephine's zoo, and later becoming the artist to the Museum of Natural History. The engraving was executed by Massard, under the direction of Pierre Jean-Francois Turpin, and published by F.G. Levrault. The intricate stipple engraving technique used in this illustration required great skill and patience, resulting in a highly detailed and visually stunning representation of these two remarkable bird species.
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