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Fine Art Print : Plate from The Natural History of Carolina by Mark Catesby
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Plate from The Natural History of Carolina by Mark Catesby
Illustration from The Natural History of Carolina, Florida and the Bahama islands (1731) Vol 1 by Mark Catesby (1683-1749)
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18th Century Arthropod Arthropoda Bahama Beak Beetle Carolina Catesby Coleoptera Diapsid Diapsida Eating Etching Feather Florida Hexapod Hexapoda
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the captivating beauty of the natural world with our exquisite range of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. This stunning image is taken from Mark Catesby's seminal work, "The Natural History of Carolina, Florida and the Bahama Islands" (1731). Featuring a plate from Volume 1, this print showcases the intricate detail and vibrant colors of Catesby's illustration of a tropical bird, captured over 300 years ago. Our Fine Art Prints are available through Rights Managed licensing from Mary Evans Picture Library, ensuring the highest quality and authenticity. Bring a piece of history and natural wonder into your home or office with this magnificent print.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This stunningly detailed and vibrant etching is taken from Volume 1 of The Natural History of Carolina, Florida and the Bahama Islands by the renowned English naturalist, Mark Catesby. Depicted in the image is a plate featuring an intricately illustrated beetle, a member of the Coleoptera order, perched on the head of a bird from the Aves order. The beetle, with its elongated, curved beak-like structure, appears to be feeding on the bird's head, making for an intriguing and unusual interaction between two distinct species. Catesby's meticulous attention to anatomy and naturalistic detail is evident in the intricate rendering of both the beetle's hexapod body structure and the bird's feathers and features. The plate is a testament to the artist's skill and dedication to accurately documenting the natural world of the 18th century. The Natural History of Carolina, Florida and the Bahama Islands was published between 1731 and 1747, making it an invaluable historical record of the flora and fauna of the region during that time. Catesby's work was groundbreaking in its use of color in natural history illustrations, and his innovative techniques influenced the field for generations to come. This plate, with its rich history and exquisite detail, is a must-have for any collection focused on natural history, 18th century art, or the works of Mark Catesby. The intriguing interaction between the beetle and bird adds an element of surprise and intrigue, making it a fascinating addition to any display or study.
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