Poster Print : Blue crowned lorikeet, Vini australis
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Blue crowned lorikeet, Vini australis
Blue crowned lorikeet, Vini australis.. Handcolored steel engraving by Joseph Kidd from Sir Thomas Dick Lauder and Captain Thomas Browns Miscellany of Natural History: Parrots, Edinburgh, 1833
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Media ID 14215160
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Audubon Australis Crowned Dick Headed Kidd Lauder Lorikeet Miscellany Ornithology Parrakeet Parrots Psittacus Purple
A1 (84.1 x 59.4cm) Poster Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse range of stunning poster prints featuring the beautiful Blue Crowned Lorikeet, Vini australis. This exquisite image is a handcolored steel engraving by Joseph Kidd, taken from Sir Thomas Dick Lauder and Captain Thomas Brown's Miscellany of Natural History: Parrots, published in Edinburgh in 1833. The vibrant colors and intricate details of this rare and captivating bird are sure to bring a touch of natural beauty to any space. Our high-quality poster prints are perfect for adding a pop of color and character to your home, office, or classroom. Order yours today and bring a piece of natural history into your world.
Premium quality poster prints are printed on luxurious glossy or matte 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 48.9cm x 84.6cm (19.3" x 33.3")
Estimated Product Size is 59.6cm x 84.6cm (23.5" x 33.3")
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 steel engraving showcases the vibrant beauty of the Blue-crowned Lorikeet, Vini australis. The intricate detailing in this image, taken from Sir Thomas Dick Lauder and Captain Thomas Brown's Miscellany of Natural History: Parrots, published in Edinburgh in 1833, is a testament to the skill of the engraver, Joseph Kidd. The Blue-crowned Lorikeet is a medium-sized parrot native to the Pacific islands, with distinctive blue crowns and purple heads. Their plumage is a stunning blend of blues, greens, and purples, creating a breathtaking contrast against their bright orange beaks and feet. The Blue-crowned Lorikeet is a vital part of the rich biodiversity of the Pacific islands, and their image was a valuable addition to the natural history collections of the 19th century. This engraving, produced during a time when ornithology was a burgeoning scientific discipline, would have been a prized possession for any natural history enthusiast or scholar. The Miscellany of Natural History: Parrots was a groundbreaking work, featuring a comprehensive collection of parrot species from around the world. The publication of such works played a crucial role in advancing our understanding of the natural world and documenting the diversity of life on Earth. This Blue-crowned Lorikeet engraving is a testament to the beauty and importance of the natural world, and a reminder of the role that scientific inquiry and artistic expression played in preserving and celebrating it.
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