Ostriches of Africa – Plate LXXXII

This nineteenth-century zoological plate illustrates the African ostrich in both male and female forms, set within an elegant landscape inspired by the deserts and ancient monuments of North Africa. The composition combines scientific precision with the refined style of Victorian hand-colored lithography.

The richly feathered male and the more softly colored female are rendered with remarkable anatomical accuracy, while finely engraved scenery provides historical context without drawing attention away from the birds. The result is both a valuable scientific record and a timeless decorative print.

Artwork Details

• Artist/Creator: J. Stewart
• Title: Struthio (Ostriches)
• Original title: STRUTHIO. OSTRICHES.
• Series: Plate LXXXII
• Date: Late 19th Century
• Period: Victorian Era
• Place of Origin: United Kingdom
• 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.

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