Hugh Blackburn - Birds Drawn From Nature - 1862

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Birds Drawn From Nature is an illustrated edition by Hugh Blackburn, in English, published in 1862, comprising 22 pages and 22 plates of British birds in fair condition, including species such as Solan Goose, Black Guillemot, Sandpipers, Fieldfare, Song Thrush, Heron and Willow Warbler.

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A rare ornithological work, Birds Drawn From Nature presents 22 beautifully executed illustrations capturing the vitality and grace of British birds. Each plate depicts species such as the Solan Goose, Black Guillemot, Sandpipers, Fieldfare, Song Thrush, Heron, and Willow Warbler, rendered with remarkable fidelity to life. Cover rubbed and worn, owner inscription, foxing throughout. Hugh Blackburn, a distinguished Scottish painter, committed to observing birds in their natural habitats rather than relying solely on stuffed specimens. The illustrations were made either directly from living birds or from exceptionally fresh specimens, ensuring that each depiction preserves the essential characteristics and lifelike attitudes of its subject. The artist personally transferred their original drawings onto stone and zinc plates, minimising intermediaries and resulting in prints that convey an unparalleled sense of authenticity and vitality.

A rare ornithological work, Birds Drawn From Nature presents 22 beautifully executed illustrations capturing the vitality and grace of British birds. Each plate depicts species such as the Solan Goose, Black Guillemot, Sandpipers, Fieldfare, Song Thrush, Heron, and Willow Warbler, rendered with remarkable fidelity to life. Cover rubbed and worn, owner inscription, foxing throughout. Hugh Blackburn, a distinguished Scottish painter, committed to observing birds in their natural habitats rather than relying solely on stuffed specimens. The illustrations were made either directly from living birds or from exceptionally fresh specimens, ensuring that each depiction preserves the essential characteristics and lifelike attitudes of its subject. The artist personally transferred their original drawings onto stone and zinc plates, minimising intermediaries and resulting in prints that convey an unparalleled sense of authenticity and vitality.

Details

Number of books
1
Subject
Natural History, Nature, Ornithology
Book title
Birds Drawn From Nature
Author/ Illustrator
Hugh Blackburn
Condition
Fair
Publication year oldest item
1862
Edition
Illustrated Edition
Language
English
Original language
Yes
Number of pages
22
United KingdomVerified
173
Objects sold
96.88%
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