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Common cuckoo (juvenile), Cuculus canorus. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his own "Natural History of British Birds, "London, 1794-1819
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Common cuckoo (juvenile), Cuculus canorus. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his own "Natural History of British Birds, "London, 1794-1819
FLO4613130 Common cuckoo (juvenile), Cuculus canorus. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his own " Natural History of British Birds, " London, 1794-1819. Edward Donovan (1768-1837) was an Anglo-Irish amateur zoologist, writer, artist and engraver. He wrote and illustrated a series of volumes on birds, fish, shells and insects, opened his own museum of natural history in London, but later he fell on hard times and died penniless. by Donovan, Edward (1768-1837); (add.info.: Common cuckoo (juvenile), Cuculus canorus. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his own " Natural History of British Birds, " London, 1794-1819. Edward Donovan (1768-1837) was an Anglo-Irish amateur zoologist, writer, artist and engraver. He wrote and illustrated a series of volumes on birds, fish, shells and insects, opened his own museum of natural history in London, but later he fell on hard times and died penniless.); © Florilegius
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This print showcases a juvenile Common cuckoo, known by its scientific name Cuculus canorus. The image is a handcoloured copperplate drawing and engraving created by the talented Edward Donovan for his renowned publication "Natural History of British Birds" between 1794 and 1819 in London. Edward Donovan was an Anglo-Irish amateur zoologist, writer, artist, and engraver who dedicated his life to studying and documenting various aspects of nature. His passion for wildlife led him to write and illustrate several volumes on birds, fish, shells, and insects. In addition to his literary contributions, Donovan also established his own museum of natural history in London. Despite his early success as a naturalist, Edward Donovan faced financial difficulties later in life which ultimately left him penniless. Nevertheless, this did not diminish the impact he made through his artistic talent and dedication to the field of zoology. This stunning print serves as a testament to both the beauty of nature's creations and the immense skill possessed by artists like Edward Donovan. It reminds us of the importance of preserving our natural world while honoring those who have contributed significantly to its understanding.
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