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Demoiselle crane, Anthropoides virgo
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Demoiselle crane, Anthropoides virgo
Demoiselle crane, Anthropoides virgo.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany 1812
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Crane Demoiselle Frederick Miscellany Naturalist Nodder Polydore Shaw Virgo Anthropoides
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This exquisite handcolored copperplate engraving depicts the graceful Demoiselle Crane, Anthropoides virgo, in its natural habitat. The Demoiselle Crane is a large, elegant bird with long, slender legs and a distinctive white plume on its head. This engraving is taken from George Shaw and Frederick Nodder's "The Naturalist's Miscellany," published in 1812. The Demoiselle Crane is native to Europe, Asia, and Africa, and is known for its long migratory journeys, which can span up to 15,000 kilometers round trip. The Demoiselle Crane was a popular subject among naturalists and artists of the time due to its striking appearance and unique behavior. Richard Polydore Vergil, a French naturalist and illustrator, is believed to have provided the original drawings for this engraving. Vergil was a prolific naturalist and artist, and his work was widely published in various natural history publications of the early 19th century. The engraving process involved creating a design on a copper plate, which was then etched with acid to create the lines and details. The plate was then hand-colored, often by skilled artists, to add depth and vibrancy to the image. This process resulted in highly detailed and beautiful illustrations, such as the one seen here. This Demoiselle Crane engraving is a testament to the natural history art of the early 19th century and the dedication of naturalists and artists to documenting the natural world. It also serves as a reminder of the beauty and elegance of the Demoiselle Crane, a bird that continues to inspire wonder and admiration to this day.
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