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Lesser akialoa, Hemignathus obscurus (extinct) and cardinal myzomela, Myzomela cardinalis
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Lesser akialoa, Hemignathus obscurus (extinct) and cardinal myzomela, Myzomela cardinalis
FLO4659504 Lesser akialoa, Hemignathus obscurus (extinct) and cardinal myzomela, Myzomela cardinalis. (Hook-billed green honey-eater, Certhia obscura, native to Hawaii, and cardinal honey-eater, Certhia cardinalis, native to Tanna, Vanuatu.) Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by John Latham from his own A General History of Birds, Winchester, 1822. by Latham, John (1740-1837); (add.info.: Lesser akialoa, Hemignathus obscurus (extinct) and cardinal myzomela, Myzomela cardinalis. (Hook-billed green honey-eater, Certhia obscura, native to Hawaii, and cardinal honey-eater, Certhia cardinalis, native to Tanna, Vanuatu.) Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by John Latham from his own A General History of Birds, Winchester, 1822.); eFlorilegius; British, out of copyright
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Extinct General History Of Birds Hawaii John Latham Vanuatu Copperplate Florilegius Handcoloured Tanna
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This print showcases the exquisite beauty of two bird species, the Lesser akialoa and the cardinal myzomela. The intricate handcoloured copperplate engraving was created by John Latham in 1822 as part of his renowned work, A General History of Birds. The Lesser akialoa, also known as Hemignathus obscurus, sadly belongs to the list of extinct species. Native to Hawaii, this hook-billed green honey-eater possessed a unique charm that is now forever preserved in this artwork. On the other hand, we have the vibrant cardinal myzomela or Myzomela cardinalis. This striking bird hails from Tanna Island in Vanuatu and adds a burst of color to this composition with its bright red plumage. Latham's attention to detail is evident in every stroke and shade he used to bring these birds to life on paper. His dedication to ornithology shines through as he captures their distinctive features flawlessly. As we admire this piece, it serves as a reminder not only of nature's incredible diversity but also of our responsibility towards preserving it for future generations. Through art like this, we can appreciate both the beauty and fragility of our natural world. This print transports us back in time to an era when scientific exploration merged seamlessly with artistic expression. It invites us into Latham's world where passion for birds and meticulous craftsmanship converged into masterpieces like this one.
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