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Photographic Print : Wood warbler, Phylloscopus sibilatrix
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Wood warbler, Phylloscopus sibilatrix
Wood warbler, Phylloscopus sibilatrix, and moorhen, Gallinula chloropus Pouillot et poule d eau. Handcoloured steel engraving after an illustration by Adolph Fries from Felix-Edouard Guerin-Menevilles Dictionnaire Pittoresque d Histoire Naturelle (Picturesque Dictionary of Natural History), Paris, 1834-39
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Media ID 23180174
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Adolph Casse Deau Dhistoire Dictionary Dictionnaire Felix Edouard Fries Gallinula Guerin Meneville Moorhen Naturelle Ornithology Phylloscopus Pittoresque Poule Warbler Chloropus
15"x10" (37.5x25cm) Poster
Bring the beauty of nature into your home with Media Storehouse's exquisite range of Photographic Prints. This stunning image captures the intricate details of a Wood Warbler (Phylloscopus sibilatrix), a small, vibrant bird species native to Europe and Asia. Sourced from the extensive archives of Mary Evans Prints Online, this hand-colored steel engraving by Adolph Fries and Felix-Edouard Pouillot et Poule d'Eau is a timeless work of art that showcases the bird's unique features. Perfect for bird enthusiasts and nature lovers alike, our high-quality prints are sure to make a captivating addition to any room in your home or office.
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 23.4cm x 37.5cm (9.2" 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.
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This exquisitely detailed hand-colored steel engraving, taken from the "Dictionnaire Pittoresque d'Histoire Naturelle" (Picturesque Dictionary of Natural History) by Felix-Edouard Guerin-Meneville, published in Paris between 1834 and 1839, showcases two distinct species of the natural world: the Wood Warbler (Phylloscopus sibilatrix) and the Moorhen (Gallinula chloropus). The Wood Warbler, depicted perched on a branch, is a small, agile bird with a yellowish-green back, olive-gray wings, and a distinctive white eyebrow. Its scientific name, sibilatrix, refers to its whistling song, which is reminiscent of hissing or whispering. The Moorhen, on the other hand, is a wading bird with a bright red bill and legs, and a glossy green back and wings. Its common name, poule d'eau (water hen), reflects its habit of living in wetland environments. The illustration is a masterpiece of 19th-century ornithological art, created by the skilled hand of Adolph Fries. The meticulous engraving process, which involved etching the design onto a steel plate and then inking and printing the image, resulted in a stunningly accurate and lifelike representation of these two birds. The hand-coloring further enhances the artwork, adding vibrancy and depth to the image. This engraving is a testament to the beauty and diversity of the natural world, as well as the artistic skill and dedication of the naturalists and artists of the past. It invites us to appreciate the intricacies of these birds and to reflect on the importance of preserving the natural world for future generations.
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