Poster Print : Common wagtail, Motacilla vulgaris, White wagtail
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Common wagtail, Motacilla vulgaris, White wagtail
Common wagtail, Motacilla vulgaris, White wagtail, Motacilla alba.. Handcolored copperplate drawn and engraved by George Graves from his own British Ornithology, Walworth, 1821. Graves was a bookseller, publisher, artist, engraver and colorist and worked on botanical and ornithological books
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Media ID 14211346
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1811 Alba Common Graves Motacilla Ornithology Vulgaris Wagtail
A1 (84.1 x 59.4cm) Poster Print
Introducing the stunning Common Wagtail poster print from Media Storehouse's collection, featuring this charming bird in all its glory. This exquisite print, sourced from the esteemed archives of Mary Evans Prints Online, is a handcolored copperplate drawing and engraving by George Graves from his British Ornithology publication in 1821. Bring the beauty of nature into your home or office with this intricately detailed and historically significant poster, showcasing the Common Wagtail, Motacilla vulgaris, as well as its White Wagtail counterpart, Motacilla alba. Add an air of sophistication and natural wonder to any space with this captivating addition to your decor.
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 49.5cm x 84.6cm (19.5" 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 print depicts both the Common Wagtail (Motacilla vulgaris) and the White Wagtail (Motacilla alba), two closely related species of wagtails. The intricately detailed illustration was drawn and engraved by George Graves for his seminal work, "British Ornithology," published in Walworth, London, in 1821. Graves was a versatile figure in the scientific community, excelling not only as a bookseller and publisher but also as an artist, engraver, and colorist. His meticulous work on botanical and ornithological books is celebrated for its accuracy and beauty. The Common Wagtail, also known as the Grey Wagtail, is easily identified by its distinctive yellow underparts and black wings, with a white outer tail feather. The White Wagtail, on the other hand, sports a white underbelly and a black bib, with a yellow tail tip. Both species are characterized by their distinctive wagging tail, which they flick side to side as they forage for food in wetlands and grassy areas. This print, created over 200 years ago, offers a glimpse into the natural history of these charming birds and showcases the remarkable skill of George Graves as an artist and engraver. The hand-coloring adds a vibrant touch, bringing the birds to life and making this print a true work of art.
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