Rana Halecina — Vintage Frog Study

Two carefully observed views of a frog occupy the open cream field of this nineteenth-century natural-history plate. The upper specimen is distinguished by rich green colouring, dark irregular markings and fine yellow accents, while the lower view reveals the pale underside, folded limbs and long articulated toes.

The restrained arrangement allows the delicate lithographic linework and hand-coloured details to remain the focus. Originally published in John Edwards Holbrook's influential study of North American reptiles and amphibians, the plate combines scientific observation with the quiet visual character of nineteenth-century natural-history illustration.

Artwork Details

• Artist/Creator: John Edwards Holbrook; lithographic artwork credited on plate to J. H. Richard
• Title: Rana Halecina
• Original title: Rana halecina
• Series: North American Herpetology
• Date: 1842
• Period: 19th century
• Place of Origin: Philadelphia, United States
• Medium: Hand-coloured lithographic natural-history plate

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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