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Poster Print : White dodo I by Pieter II Holsteyn, female, 1638
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White dodo I by Pieter II Holsteyn, female, 1638
White dodo I by Pieter II Holsteyn, female, 1638. Heliotype by Van Leer from Dr. Anthonie Cornelis Oudemans Dodo Studies, Amsterdam, Johannes Muller, 1917
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Amsterdam Anthonie Cornelis Cucullatus Didus Dodo Extinct Heliotype Ineptus Johannes Leer Muller Netherlands Ornithology Oudemans Pieter Raphus Studies
18x24 inch Poster Print
Bring the enchanting world of historical natural history into your home with our exquisite Media Storehouse Poster Prints. This captivating piece showcases the rare and mythical White Dodo, as depicted in Pieter II Holsteyn's 1638 painting, "Female White Dodo I." Originally published in Dr. Anthonie Cornelis Oudemans' Dodo Studies, this exquisite heliotype print by Van Leer is a testament to the fascination and intrigue that surrounds these extinct birds. Add an air of mystery and wonder to any room with this stunning, high-quality poster print.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
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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White Dodo I
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is an exquisite heliotype print of a female dodo (Raphus cucullatus), created by the renowned Dutch artist Pieter II Holsteyn in 1638. This rare and captivating image is taken from Dr. Anthonie Cornelis Oudemans' seminal work, "Dodo Studies," published in Amsterdam by Johannes Muller in 1917. The dodo, a flightless bird endemic to the island of Mauritius in the Indian Ocean, was tragically extinct by the late 17th century. Pieter II Holsteyn's meticulous depiction of the female dodo, with its distinctive white plumage, showcases the bird's unique beauty and grace, which has captivated the imagination of ornithologists and natural history enthusiasts for centuries. This heliotype print, produced by Van Leer, is a high-quality reproduction of Holsteyn's original oil painting. The intricate details of the dodo's feathers, beak, and eyes are beautifully rendered, providing a stunning visual representation of this extinct species. The muted, earthy tones of the background further emphasize the dodo's striking white plumage, making it a truly mesmerizing work of art and an invaluable contribution to the field of ornithology. The significance of Pieter II Holsteyn's "White Dodo I" extends beyond its aesthetic appeal, as it serves as an important reminder of the fragility of the natural world and the importance of preserving endangered species. This print is a testament to the beauty and mystery of the dodo, which continues to fascinate and inspire us more than three centuries after its extinction.
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