Poster Print : Black-backed or Oriental dwarf kingfisher, Ceyx erithaca
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Black-backed or Oriental dwarf kingfisher, Ceyx erithaca
Black-backed or Oriental dwarf kingfisher, Ceyx erithaca.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, London, 1797
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Media ID 14217849
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Backed Fredericknodder Georgeshaw Naturalhistory Thenaturalistsmiscellany
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse collection of stunning Poster Prints, featuring the exquisite Black-backed or Oriental Dwarf Kingfisher (Ceyx erithaca). This captivating image, sourced from George Shaw and Frederick Nodder's "The Naturalist's Miscellany" published in London, 1797, is a handcolored copperplate engraving that showcases the intricate details and vibrant colors of this fascinating bird species. Bring the beauty of nature into your home or office with our high-quality, museum-grade poster prints, perfect for bird enthusiasts, natural history collectors, or anyone who appreciates the artistry of historical illustrations. Experience the timeless allure of this rare and enchanting bird with Media Storehouse's beautifully crafted Poster Prints.
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 20.4cm x 30.3cm (8" 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
1. Title: A Vibrant Portrayal of the Black-backed or Oriental Dwarf Kingfisher (Ceyx erithaca) from The Naturalist's Miscellany, 1797 This handcolored copperplate engraving showcases the Black-backed or Oriental Dwarf Kingfisher (Ceyx erithaca), a mesmerizing bird species native to the Old World tropics. The intricately detailed illustration, produced by renowned naturalists George Shaw and Frederick Nodder for The Naturalist's Miscellany in London in 1797, offers a glimpse into the rich history of zoological exploration and documentation. The Black-backed or Oriental Dwarf Kingfisher is a small, striking bird with a distinctive black back, blue-green wings, and a bright orange-red bill. This engraving captures the bird's vibrant colors and intricate plumage patterns with remarkable accuracy, providing an authentic representation of the species for scholars and naturalists of the time. The Naturalist's Miscellany was a groundbreaking publication that aimed to document and disseminate knowledge about various aspects of natural history. Shaw and Nodder's meticulous illustrations of exotic birds, animals, and plants were an essential contribution to this endeavor, helping to advance the scientific understanding of the natural world. This particular engraving of the Black-backed or Oriental Dwarf Kingfisher not only serves as a testament to the remarkable achievements of Shaw, Nodder, and their contemporaries in the field of zoological documentation but also offers a captivating glimpse into the rich biodiversity of the Old World tropics. The intricate details and vibrant colors of the engraving continue to fascinate and inspire viewers even today, making it a valuable addition to any collection of historical natural history illustrations.
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