Canvas Print : Red-legged or Guernsey partridge, Alectoris rufa
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Red-legged or Guernsey partridge, Alectoris rufa
Red-legged or Guernsey partridge, Alectoris rufa.. 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 14209642
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1821 Alectoris Graves Guernsey Legged Ornithology Partridge Rufa
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the stunning Red-legged Partridge Canvas Print from Media Storehouse. This exquisite piece features a captivating handcolored copperplate drawing of the Red-legged Partridge, Alectoris rufa, taken from George Graves' British Ornithology, published in 1821. Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, this artwork showcases the intricate details and vibrant colors of this beautiful bird. Bring the natural world into your home with this high-quality, museum-grade canvas print. Perfect for bird enthusiasts, hunters, or anyone who appreciates the beauty of the natural world. Order yours today and add a touch of elegance and sophistication to your decor.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 76.2cm (20" x 30")
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 exquisitely hand-colored print depicts the Red-legged Partridge, also known as the Guernsey Partridge (Alectoris rufa), a native bird species to Europe. The intricate detail of this image is a testament to the artistic prowess of George Graves, a versatile figure in the world of 19th-century natural history. Graves was an accomplished artist, engraver, and publisher who dedicated himself to documenting the natural world through his works. This particular print is taken from his seminal publication, "British Ornithology," published in Walworth in 1821. The Red-legged Partridge, with its distinctive red legs, is shown in its full glory, strutting proudly in the lush grasslands of its European habitat. The meticulous hand-coloring adds a vibrant and lifelike quality to the print, bringing the bird's plumage to life. Graves' dedication to accuracy and detail is evident in this print, which captures the essence of the Red-legged Partridge with remarkable precision. The print serves not only as a beautiful work of art but also as an important historical record of this fascinating bird species. The Red-legged Partridge remains an iconic symbol of European wildlife, and this print offers a glimpse into the natural history of a bygone era.
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