Anatomy of a Bird — Ornithological Study

This historical ornithological plate presents the external anatomy of a bird through a precise system of lettered annotations. Shown in profile, the specimen is rendered in restrained black linework, with individual feathers carefully separated across the wings, tail, head, breast, and body. Numerous reference letters connect the illustration to the anatomical terminology printed beneath.

The accompanying key identifies features including the forehead, crown, nape, wing coverts, primaries, secondaries, scapulars, rump, tail coverts, breast, abdomen, tibia, tarsus, toes, and individual tail feathers. Against the warm cream ground, the repeated feather forms and fine scientific labels create an unusually graphic composition. More than a conventional bird portrait, the plate records the descriptive vocabulary of historical ornithology and the careful observation used to distinguish the external structures of birds.

Artwork Details

• Artist/Creator: Not confirmed from supplied plate
• Title: Anatomy of a Bird
• Original title: Not shown on supplied plate
• Series: Not confirmed from supplied plate
• Date: Not confirmed from supplied plate
• Period: Historical natural history illustration
• Place of Origin: Not confirmed from supplied plate
• Medium: Monochrome scientific ornithological illustration

Framed Print Details

• Fine art printing: Professional 12-color fine art printing technology produces vivid, accurate colors with strong tonal depth and significantly greater nuance than standard 4-color inkjet printing.
• Paper: Smooth premium matte paper with a clean, glare-free finish.
• Paper weight: 200 gsm (80 lb).
• Paper thickness: 0.26 mm (10.3 mils).
• Frame material: Durable pine wood.
• Frame dimensions: Approximately 20 mm (0.79 in) deep and 10–14 mm (0.4–0.6 in) wide.
• Protection: Shatterproof plexiglass protects the print while keeping the framed artwork lightweight.
• Ready to hang: A hanging kit is included, allowing the framed print to be mounted directly on the wall.
• Available sizes: Offered in a range of sizes to suit different spaces.
• Materials: Printed using FSC-certified paper and wood where available.
• Production: Each framed print is produced to order through a trusted international network of professional print studios.
• Shipping: Worldwide shipping is available.
• Made to order: There is no minimum order quantity. Each piece is printed and assembled on demand, reducing unnecessary stock and waste.

Exact frame dimensions, component availability, and production specifications may vary slightly depending on the selected size and destination.