Poster Print : Siskins, male and female Carduelis spinus
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Siskins, male and female Carduelis spinus
Siskins, male and female (Carduelis spinus). Parker, Richard Dunscombe 1805 - 1881
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Media ID 14381702
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Carduelis Dunscombe Parker Pencil Siskins Spinus
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Bring the beauty of nature into your home or office with Media Storehouse's high-quality poster prints featuring Siskins, the charming little birds. This captivating image showcases both the male and female Siskins (Carduelis spinus) in their vibrant plumage, captured by the skilled lens of Victorian-era photographer Richard Dunscombe Parker from Mary Evans Prints Online. Our poster prints are professionally printed on premium paper, ensuring vivid colors and sharp details that will make this print a stunning addition to any space. Elevate your decor and connect with the wonders of the natural world – order your Siskins poster print today!
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 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
This exquisite watercolor and pencil drawing of a male and female Siskin (Carduelis spinus) is an exquisite example of the naturalistic illustration style of the Victorian era. Created by the skilled hand of British naturalist and artist, Richard Dunscombe Parker (1805-1881), this work of art showcases the intricate details and vibrant colors of these small, finch-like birds. The male Siskin is depicted in all its resplendent glory, with its bright yellow plumage, black mask, and red crown. The female, on the other hand, is more subtly colored, with a brownish-olive back, yellow underparts, and a distinctive white eye-ring. Both birds are shown perched on a gummed paper background, which was a common technique used in the 19th century to create a lifelike effect. Parker's attention to detail is evident in the fine lines and shading used to depict the birds' feathers, as well as the realistic representation of their beaks and feet. The artist's keen observation skills are also evident in the accurate portrayal of the birds' postures and body language. This beautiful drawing was likely created as part of a larger body of work documenting the natural history of Ireland, where Parker spent much of his career. The Siskin is a common bird in Ireland and the United Kingdom, and is known for its distinctive call and agile movements. As a work of art and a valuable historical document, this drawing provides a fascinating glimpse into the natural world of the past, as well as the artistic techniques and styles of the Victorian era. Its intricate details and vibrant colors continue to captivate and inspire viewers to this day.
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