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Male raven watching men cut down an oak tree with saw, mallet and wedges
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Male raven watching men cut down an oak tree with saw, mallet and wedges
6337378 Male raven watching men cut down an oak tree with saw, mallet and wedges by English School, (19th century); (add.info.: Male raven watching men cut down an oak tree with saw, mallet and wedges. The female raven in the nest died when the tree was felled. Raven, Corvus corax. From an anecdote in Gilbert Whites The Natural History of Selborne. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Reverend Thomas Smiths The Naturalists Cabinet, or Interesting Sketches of Animal History, Albion Press, James Cundee, London, 1806. Smith, fl. 1803-1818, was a writer and editor of books on natural history, religion, philosophy, ancient history and astronomy.); © Florilegius
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Albion Press Anecdote Felled Forester Gilbert White James Cundee Mallet Nest Oak Tree Raven Reverend Thomas Smith Scientific Illustration The Naturalists Cabinet Wedge Copperplate Engraving Corvus Corax Fowls Handcoloured Timber
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This 19th-century print captures a unique moment in nature's drama. In the midst of a bustling forest scene, we witness a male raven perched high on a branch, intently observing a group of men as they skillfully cut down an oak tree using traditional tools - saw, mallet, and wedges. The atmosphere is filled with anticipation and tension. However, this image holds more than just the spectacle of human labor. It tells a poignant story from Gilbert White's renowned book "The Natural History of Selborne". Tragically, as the mighty oak falls to the ground, so does the female raven who had made her nest within its branches. This unexpected twist adds an element of sorrow to an otherwise ordinary woodland scene. Handcolored with meticulous detail by Reverend Thomas Smith, this copperplate engraving showcases his expertise in scientific illustration. Through his work, he brings to life not only the majestic beauty of these birds but also their vulnerability and connection to their environment. As we gaze upon this artwork from Bridgeman Images' collection on Fine Art Finder, we are reminded that even seemingly insignificant actions can have far-reaching consequences in nature's delicate balance. The interplay between man and bird serves as a powerful reminder of our responsibility towards wildlife preservation and conservation efforts for future generations to appreciate such awe-inspiring moments in person rather than through prints like these.
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