Poster Print : Water rail, Rallus aquaticus, and Eurasian coot, Fulica atra
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Water rail, Rallus aquaticus, and Eurasian coot, Fulica atra
Water rail, Rallus aquaticus, and Eurasian coot, Fulica atra.. Handcolored copperplate stipple engraving from Dumont de Sainte-Croixs Dictionary of Natural Science: Ornithology, Paris, France, 1816-1830. Illustration by J. G. Pretre, engraved by Massard, directed by Pierre Jean-Francois Turpin, and published by F.G. Levrault. Jean Gabriel Pretre (1780-1845) was painter of natural history at Empress Josephines zoo and later became artist to the Museum of Natural History
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Aquaticus Coot Cuvier Dictionary Eurasian Frederic Fulica Gabriel Pretre Rallus Stipple Atra
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Introducing the captivating duo of the Water Rail and Eurasian Coot in our Media Storehouse range of poster prints. This striking image, sourced from the esteemed Dumont de Sainte-Croix's Dictionary of Natural Science: Ornithology, is a testament to the beauty and intricacy of handcolored copperplate stipple engraving. Observe the Water Rail, Rallus aquaticus, with its elongated beak and camouflaged plumage, and the Eurasian Coot, Fulica atra, showing off its distinctive black and white feathers. Bring the wonders of nature into your home or office with these exquisitely detailed and historically significant prints.
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 19.1cm 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
This stunning handcolored copperplate stipple engraving, created between 1816 and 1830, showcases two intriguing waterbirds: the Water Rail, Rallus aquaticus, and the Eurasian Coot, Fulica atra. The illustration is taken from the "Dictionnaire de Sciences Naturelles: Ornithologie," or Natural Science: Ornithology, published in Paris, France, by F.G. Levrault. Jean Gabriel Pretre, a painter of natural history at Empress Josephine's zoo, was responsible for the original artwork. Pretre's meticulous attention to detail is evident in the lifelike depiction of the Water Rail and Eurasian Coot. The Water Rail, with its long, slender body and distinctive crest, is shown wading in the shallow water, while the Eurasian Coot, with its distinctive black and white plumage, stands nearby. The engraving was expertly executed by Massard, under the direction of Pierre Jean-Francois Turpin. The stipple technique, a method of engraving that uses small dots to create shading and texture, adds depth and dimension to the illustration. This historical artwork is a testament to the naturalistic artistry and scientific accuracy of the time. It is a valuable resource for ornithologists and natural historians, providing a detailed record of these two waterbirds as they were known in the early 19th century. The intricate details of the feathers, beaks, and legs are rendered with remarkable precision, making this a truly captivating piece of natural history art.
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