Ancient ornithological plate: Cordon-bleu finch by Charles d'Orbigny
Ancient ornithological plate: Cordon-bleu finch by Charles d'Orbigny
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This reproduction of an ancient ornithological plate depicts two specimens: the red-cheeked cordon-bleu and the Java sparrow. The birds are shown perched on flowering branches, highlighting the contrasts of their brown, black, and red plumages within a balanced naturalistic composition.
The subject is taken from the Dictionnaire Universel d'Histoire Naturelle by Charles d'Orbigny, a 19th-century reference work. The plate illustrates the encyclopedic knowledge of the era, aiming to document avian species with remarkable graphic precision, typical of major scientific expeditions.
Ideal for collectors of bird imagery, this reproduction brings a scholarly and historical note. It lends itself to careful observation of plumage details and constitutes an important visual testimony to the art of ancient naturalistic illustration.
About this print
About this print
The layout and composition of this reproduction have been the subject of our greatest attention.
- Respect for the format of the original work: in order to faithfully transcribe the artist's intention, the work is not cropped/re-cut except in extreme cases (obvious imperfection, geometry problem, etc.) in which case the cropping will be as light as possible.
- The presence of white margins is sometimes necessary in order to present the work in a balanced manner.
- Each size offered has been specifically composed, therefore, the size of the white margins may vary from one print size to another. Remember to check this detail carefully!
- Print only, frame not included!
Features
Features
- Premium 200gsm matte white paper, durable and strong.
- Natural, smooth uncoated finish, silky to the touch
- FSC certified paper or equivalent certifications depending on regional availability.
- Each print is shipped in sturdy packaging, ensuring safe transport.
- Each print is printed and shipped on demand. No minimum order quantity is required.
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