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Ganet (Sula Bassana) (hand-coloured litho)
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Ganet (Sula Bassana) (hand-coloured litho)
1772766 Ganet (Sula Bassana) (hand-coloured litho) by Gould, John (1804-81) (after); eThe Devonshire Collections, Chatsworth; (add.info.: Illustration from The Birds of Great Britain by John Gould, printed in London, 1862-73.
Most plates engraved by H. Richter.); Reproduced by permission of Chatsworth Settlement Trustees; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22862514
© Reproduced by permission of Chatsworth Settlement Trustees / Bridgeman Images
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This hand-coloured lithograph, titled "Ganet (Sula Bassana)" by John Gould, transports us to the world of ornithology in the 19th century. The print showcases a magnificent bird known as the Ganet or Northern Gannet, gracefully captured in intricate detail. John Gould, a renowned British ornithologist and artist, dedicated his life to studying and illustrating birds. His masterpiece, "The Birds of Great Britain" published between 1862 and 1873 in London, remains an invaluable resource for bird enthusiasts worldwide. In this particular illustration from Gould's collection, we witness the Ganet perched majestically on a rocky cliff overlooking the vast ocean. Its pristine white plumage contrasts beautifully with its striking yellow head and piercing blue eyes. Every feather seems meticulously depicted through Gould's masterful engraving technique. The hand-colouring adds an extra layer of artistry to this lithograph, enhancing its visual appeal and bringing the Ganet to life before our very eyes. As we gaze at this print from Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder collection, we can almost feel the cool sea breeze and hear the distant cries of these magnificent creatures. With permission from Chatsworth Settlement Trustees who hold this artwork within their Devonshire Collections archive; this reproduction allows us to appreciate both Gould's artistic talent and his scientific contribution to ornithology. This image serves as a reminder of nature's wonders that continue to inspire artists and scientists alike throughout history
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