Poster Print : Numenius americanus, long-billed curlew
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Numenius americanus, long-billed curlew
Plate 231 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1834-35), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London
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Aquatint Audubon Billed Birds Of America Charadriiformes Curlew Curved Numenius Pair Sauropsid Sauropsida Scolopacidae Long Billed Curlew Numenius Americanus
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Introducing the exquisite Media Storehouse range of Poster Prints featuring the captivating image of the Numenius americanus, also known as the long-billed curlew. This stunning representation is taken from Plate 231 of John James Audubon's iconic work, "Birds of America." Meticulously hand-coloured and engraved by R. Havell (& Son) in London, this print showcases the intricate details and vibrant colours of this magnificent bird. Bring the beauty of nature into your home or office with this timeless work of art. Each print is produced using high-quality materials and techniques to ensure a long-lasting and visually impressive addition to your space. Experience the mastery of Audubon and Havell through this limited edition poster print.
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 30.3cm x 20.2cm (11.9" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 30.3cm x 21.6cm (11.9" x 8.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Plate 231 from John James Audubon's renowned work, "Birds of America," showcases the captivating beauty and intricate details of the Long-billed Curlew (Numenius americanus). This hand-colored aquatint print, engraved, printed, and colored by R. Havell (& Son) of London, is a testament to the meticulous craftsmanship and dedication to natural accuracy that defined Audubon's groundbreaking project. The Long-billed Curlew, a member of the Charadriiformes order and the Scolopacidae family, is depicted here in its elegant, poised stance, with its distinctive long, downward-curved beak and slender, elegant legs. The curlew's anatomy is rendered in exquisite detail, from the delicate feathers on its back and wings to the intricate patterns on its legs and feet. The Long-billed Curlew is a bird of open country, often found in grasslands, marshes, and wet meadows. This image captures the bird in its natural habitat, outside, during the daytime. The sauropsid, or reptile-descended, avian species is shown in its full splendor, with its vibrant plumage and expressive eyes. Audubon's "Birds of America" was a pioneering work in the field of ornithology, featuring life-sized illustrations of over 435 North American bird species. The project took over two decades to complete and remains an enduring symbol of the natural world's beauty and complexity. This stunning Long-billed Curlew print is a testament to the enduring legacy of Audubon's work and the importance of preserving the natural world for future generations.
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