Poster Print : Spizella passerina, chipping sparrow
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Spizella passerina, chipping sparrow
Plate 104 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1831-34), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London
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Acrididae American Sparrow Aquatint Arthropod Arthropoda Audubon Birds Of America Caelifera Chipping Emberizidae Grasshopper Hexapod Hexapoda Angiospermae Chipping Sparrow
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
"Introduce the charm of the natural world into your home or office with our exquisite Spizella passerina, or Chipping Sparrow, poster print from the Media Storehouse collection. This beautiful reproduction is taken from Plate 104 of John James Audubon's iconic work, "Birds of America." Meticulously hand-colored from the original double elephant folio print, this poster showcases the intricate detail and vibrant colors of Mary Evans Prints Online's high-quality image. Bring the timeless beauty of Audubon's masterpiece into your space and celebrate the wonders of nature with this stunning 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 19cm x 30.3cm (7.5" 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
Plate 104 from John James Audubon's monumental work, "Birds of America," showcases the intricately detailed illustration of a Chipping Sparrow (Spizella passerina), a small bird belonging to the family Emberizidae. This print, created between 1831 and 1834, is an original double elephant folio, hand-colored aquatint engraving, printed and colored by R. Havell (& Son) in London. The Chipping Sparrow is depicted perched gracefully on a branch of an angiosperm, a type of flowering plant. The bird's plumage is meticulously rendered in vibrant colors, from its brown and white striped back and wings to its rust-colored crown and rufous edges on its wings and tail. The delicate, textured petals of the flower add a beautiful contrast to the bird's bold colors and intricate patterns. In the background, various insects, including a grasshopper (Acrididae) and other arthropods, can be seen, adding to the rich biodiversity of the scene. The Chipping Sparrow is shown with a flower in its beak, suggesting that it may be feeding. Its long, curved beak is a distinctive feature of this species, which is well-adapted for extracting seeds and insects from their hiding places. Audubon's masterful illustration not only captures the beauty and intricacy of the Chipping Sparrow but also highlights the interconnectedness of various species within their natural habitats. The hand-colored aquatint technique used in this print adds depth and texture, making it a true work of art that continues to inspire awe and appreciation for the natural world.
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