Birds of Paradise – Plate LXXXV

This nineteenth-century ornithological plate illustrates four magnificent Birds of Paradise set within a finely engraved tropical landscape. Brilliant crimson, golden yellow, emerald green, and rich chestnut plumage contrasts beautifully against the delicate monochrome forest backdrop, creating one of the most striking compositions in Victorian bird illustration.

Originally published in John Gould's A Monograph of the Paradiseidae, or Birds of Paradise, the artwork combines meticulous scientific observation with the elegance of hand-colored lithography. Its exceptional detail and balanced composition continue to make it one of the finest examples of nineteenth-century natural history illustration.

Artwork Details

• Artist/Creator: John Gould
• Title: Birds of Paradise (Plate LXXXV)
• Original title: Paradiseae. Birds of Paradise
• Series: A Monograph of the Paradiseidae, or Birds of Paradise
• Date: Circa 1873–1888
• Period: Victorian Era
• Place of Origin: London, England
• Medium: Hand-colored lithograph

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.

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