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Vieillots barbet, Lybius vieilloti
Vieillots barbet, Lybius vieilloti (Vieillots pogonius, Pogonius vieilloti). Handcoloured copperplate engraving drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder from William Elford Leachs Zoological Miscellany, McMillan, London, 1814
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Barbet Elford Leach Miscellany Nodder Ornithology Polydore Zoological
15"x10" (37.5x25cm) Poster
Bring the exotic beauty of the natural world into your home with Media Storehouse's range of high-quality Photographic Prints. This stunning image showcases the Vieillots Barbet, Lybius vieilloti, a vibrant bird species native to Central Africa. Meticulously sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, this hand-coloured copperplate engraving drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder and William Elford Leach, offers a captivating glimpse into the rich biodiversity of our planet. Our prints are produced using premium materials and state-of-the-art printing techniques, ensuring a vivid and long-lasting representation of this remarkable species. Add an element of natural wonder to your decor with Media Storehouse's Photographic Prints.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 37.5cm x 24.5cm (14.8" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 37.5cm x 25cm (14.8" x 9.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This exquisite handcoloured copperplate engraving depicts the Vieillot's Barbet, Lybius vieilloti, also known as Vieillot's Pogonius (Pogonius vieilloti), a bird species native to South America. The engraving was drawn and meticulously engraved by the skilled hand of Richard Polydore Nodder, and published in William Elford Leach's Zoological Miscellany in 1814. The Vieillot's Barbet is a medium-sized bird, measuring around 22 cm in length, with a distinctive black and white plumage. The male and female have similar appearances, with the male having a red eye and the female's being brown. The beak of this bird is long and curved, which is typical of the barbet family. The Vieillot's Barbet is native to the Atlantic Forests of Brazil and is an important seed disperser in its habitat. It is named after the French naturalist and ornithologist, François Levaillant, who first described the species in 1831. This beautiful illustration is a testament to the artistic and scientific achievements of the early 19th century. The intricate details and vibrant colours bring the Vieillot's Barbet to life, allowing us to appreciate its unique beauty and significance in the natural world. The use of copperplate engraving, a technique that was popular during this period, allowed for high-quality and detailed reproductions of natural history specimens. Today, the Vieillot's Barbet is considered a Near Threatened species by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), due to habitat loss and fragmentation. Efforts are being made to protect and conserve its habitat, ensuring the survival of this fascinating and beautiful bird species for future generations to appreciate.
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