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Mallard ducks, Anas platyrhynchos, male and female pair. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his own "Natural History of British Birds, "London, 1794-1819
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Mallard ducks, Anas platyrhynchos, male and female pair. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his own "Natural History of British Birds, "London, 1794-1819
FLO4612407 Mallard ducks, Anas platyrhynchos, male and female pair. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his own " Natural History of British Birds, " London, 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.: Mallard ducks, Anas platyrhynchos, male and female pair. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his own " Natural History of British Birds, " London, 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 a male and female pair of Mallard ducks, scientifically known as Anas platyrhynchos. The image is a handcoloured copperplate drawing and engraving created by the talented Edward Donovan for his renowned work "Natural History of British Birds" between 1794 and 1819 in London. Edward Donovan, an Anglo-Irish amateur zoologist, writer, artist, and engraver, dedicated his life to studying and documenting various aspects of nature. His passion led him to write and illustrate several volumes on birds, fish, shells, and insects. Additionally, he established his own museum of natural history in London. However, despite his accomplishments in the field of natural history exploration during the late 18th century into the early 19th century era known as Romanticism or Age of Enlightenment; Donovan's later years were marked by financial difficulties that left him penniless. The exquisite detail captured within this print highlights both the beauty and intricacy found within these Mallard ducks. Their vibrant colors are brought to life through delicate hand-colouring techniques employed by Donovan himself. As we admire this stunning artwork today from Fine Art Finder's collection courtesy of Bridgeman Images; let us also remember Edward Donovan's significant contributions to our understanding of British wildlife while reflecting upon the challenges faced by many passionate individuals who dedicate their lives to scientific pursuits.
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