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Common quail, Coturnix coturnix. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his own "Natural History of British Birds"(1794-1819)
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Common quail, Coturnix coturnix. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his own "Natural History of British Birds"(1794-1819)
FLO4612538 Common quail, Coturnix coturnix. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his own " Natural History of British Birds" (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 quail, Coturnix coturnix. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his own " Natural History of British Birds" (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 the exquisite handcoloured copperplate of a Common quail, scientifically known as Coturnix coturnix. Created by Edward Donovan, an accomplished Anglo-Irish amateur zoologist, writer, artist and engraver in the late 18th to early 19th century, this artwork is part of his renowned publication "Natural History of British Birds" (1794-1819). Donovan's passion for nature shines through in his meticulous attention to detail and vibrant coloring techniques. His dedication to capturing the beauty and diversity of British birds led him to write and illustrate several volumes on various species including fish, shells, and insects. Additionally, he even established his own museum of natural history in London. However, despite his initial success and contributions to the field of zoology, Donovan faced financial difficulties later in life which ultimately left him penniless. This unfortunate turn highlights both the fragility that artists often face during their careers as well as their immense impact on our understanding and appreciation for the natural world. Through this remarkable image captured by Bridgeman Images from Fine Art Finder's collection, we are reminded not only of Donovan's artistic talent but also his significant role in documenting Britain's avian fauna. It serves as a testament to both the beauty found within nature itself and humanity's ongoing quest to explore it further.
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