Birds: The Art of Ornithology (Rizzoli Classics),New

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This remarkably beautiful volume gathers together a selection of the most important and vibrant ornithological art from Londons Natural History Museum. Birds tells the remarkable story of the development of ornithological art through the ages, from the earliest images of birds in the Renaissance, through the Age of Exploration, to the present day. Brilliantly reproduced original artworks by such renowned artists as Audubon, Gould, MacGillivray, Thorburn, and Wolfe are included.The lively accompanying text tells the story of how ornithological art grew out of the naturalistic tradition of European painting to become a genre on its own, where the artists focus on aesthetic appeal was married to the scientists need for precision and detail.Many of the works reproduced in this volume have never before been published. The detailed text interweaves science, art history, biography, exploration, and travel to paint a vast and wondrous picture of the bygone world of artistscientists, exotic birds, and faraway lands. It makes a perfect gift for anyone who loves fine prints and drawings or has an interest in nature or birding.

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This product may contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

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  • Q: What is the main theme of 'Birds: The Art of Ornithology'? A: The book explores the development of ornithological art, showcasing significant artworks from the Renaissance to the present day.
  • Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Birds: The Art of Ornithology' is Jonathan Elphick.
  • Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains 336 pages.
  • Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition is a hardcover.
  • Q: Is this book suitable for gift-giving? A: Yes, it makes a perfect gift for anyone interested in art, nature, or birding.
  • Q: What notable artists are featured in this book? A: The book includes works by renowned artists such as Audubon, Gould, MacGillivray, Thorburn, and Wolfe.
  • Q: When was 'Birds: The Art of Ornithology' published? A: The book was published on February 17, 2015.
  • Q: What condition is the book in? A: The item is listed as being in good condition.
  • Q: Does this book include previously unpublished works? A: Yes, many of the artworks reproduced in this volume have never before been published.
  • Q: What is the category of this book? A: The book falls under the category of Collections, Catalogs & Exhibitions.

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