Mute swan, Cygnus olor, with chicks
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Mute swan, Cygnus olor, with chicks
Mute swan, Cygnus olor, with chicks.. Handcolored copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his own Natural History of British Birds, London, 1794-1819
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This exquisite handcolored copperplate engraving, created by Edward Donovan for his seminal work "The Natural History of British Birds" published between 1794 and 1819, captures the grace and tenderness of a mute swan, Cygnus olor, with her chicks. The meticulous attention to detail in this illustration is evident in the intricate feather patterns on the swan's elegant neck and body, as well as the delicate down covering the tiny, vulnerable cygnets. Donovan, a renowned ornithologist and artist, drew and engraved each plate himself, ensuring the highest level of accuracy and artistic merit. The serene scene of the swan family on the tranquil water reflects the beauty and harmony of nature that Donovan sought to preserve through his work. This historical illustration is a testament to the rich heritage of ornithology and the importance of documenting the natural world for future generations.
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