Poster Print : Astrapia nigra, arfak astrapia
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Astrapia nigra, arfak astrapia
Hand coloured lithograph by Richard Bowdler Sharpe from John Goulds The Birds of New Guinea (1875-88)
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Media ID 8604997
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1847 1909 Bill Breast Calling Cape Curved Gould Horn Astrapia
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
"Introducing the Media Storehouse range of stunning Astrapia nigra, Arfak Astrapia poster prints. These exquisite reproductions are taken from the hand-coloured lithograph by Richard Bowdler Sharpe, originally published in John Gould's The Birds of New Guinea (1875-88). Each print showcases the intricate details and vibrant colors of this rare and beautiful bird species, making it an excellent addition to any natural history or avian enthusiast's collection. Rights Managed through Mary Evans Prints Online."
Premium quality poster prints are printed on luxurious semi-gloss satin 270 gsm paper. Our meticulously crafted poster prints offer an affordable option for decorating any space, making them ideal for living rooms, bedrooms, offices and beyond. To ensure your poster arrives in good condition, we roll and send them in strong mailing tubes.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 19.2cm x 30.3cm (7.6" x 11.9")
Estimated Product Size is 21.6cm x 30.3cm (8.5" x 11.9")
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 stunning hand-coloured lithograph depicts the Arfak Astrapia (Astrapia nigra), a captivating bird endemic to the Arfak Mountains of West Papua, Indonesia. The image is taken from John Gould's "The Birds of New Guinea," a comprehensive work on the avian fauna of the region, produced between 1875 and 1888. The lithograph was created by the renowned British naturalist and artist, Richard Bowdler Sharpe. The Arfak Astrapia is a medium-sized, blue-black bird with a distinctive, curved, blue-green horn-like extension above its beak. The male bird is adorned with a bright green collar, while the female has a brown breast and a less vibrant collar. Their large, expressive eyes and distinctive ear tufts add to their intriguing appearance. The Arfak Astrapia is a daytime bird, and this image captures the moment as it perches on a branch, calling out to its mate or rivals. The bird's bill, which is grey in colour, is slightly curved and pointed, well-suited for its omnivorous diet. The anatomy of the bird is meticulously rendered, showcasing the intricate details of its feathers and body structure. This lithograph is a testament to the artistry and scientific accuracy of the 19th century's natural history illustrations. It provides a glimpse into the past, allowing us to appreciate the beauty and diversity of the Arfak Astrapia and the natural world.
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