Parrots of the Tropics — Plate I

This richly colored natural-history plate by G. Mützel gathers nine parrots within a dense tropical setting. The birds occupy branches at several heights, creating a layered composition dominated by deep greens and punctuated by red, blue, yellow, and orange plumage.

A large long-tailed parrot commands the upper part of the scene, while smaller birds gather across the branches below. Variations in facial markings, feather patterns, beaks, and coloring distinguish the individual specimens. Palms, vines, broad leaves, and a substantial tree trunk create an atmospheric setting around them.

Artwork Details

• Artist/Creator: Gustav Mützel
• Title: Parrots of the Tropics — Plate I
• Original title: Tab. I.
• Series: Not confirmed from supplied plate
• Date: 1875, based on visible artist inscription
• Period: 19th century
• Place of Origin: Germany
• Medium: Color natural-history 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.

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