Dodo Placemats
Dodo Placemats
Turn your meals into a sensory experience as you immerse yourself in the beauty of the bygone era with our stunning, bird art-inspired Dodo Placemats. They are not just placemats - they are a statement, a conversation starter, and a tasteful reflection of your love for art and history.
Our Dodo placemats feature a beautiful, 18th Century watercolour painting of a Dodo by renowned watercolourist, Charles Collins (c.1680 - 1744), painted in fabulous detail and displaying the style of the period. Lovingly reproduced using dye-sublimation technology, the artwork on each placemat serves as a mini art exhibit right on your table. The high-quality gloss finish enhances the vibrancy of the image and adds a sophisticated touch to your dining experience, also making it a breeze to clean the placemats with a simple wipe of a damp cloth.
These placemats are crafted from medium-density fibreboard (MDF), a material that’s lauded for its resistance to cracking, peeling, and warping. It assures a perfect balance between lightweight design and remarkable durability. The base of each Dodo placemat boasts a protective cork backing, which not only prevents slips and spills, but also protects your precious furniture surfaces from scratches and heat or cold damage. No more worrying about those hot dishes and messy spills! Our Dodo placemats are simple perfection, adding practicality to your meals without sacrificing style.
Your table setting should reflect your personality and taste. The exquisite artwork and quality of these Dodo placemats make them the perfect choice for those who appreciate the unique blend of art, history, and function. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply enjoying a meal at home, our bird placemats are designed to impress and inspire.
Dodo Placemats - where history, art, and practicality come together to create a masterpiece that’s just as unique as you are. Don’t just serve a meal. Create an experience!
Dodo Placemats Specifications
The Dodo Placemats are made from 4mm thick medium-density fibreboard with a protective cork base to help protect your surfaces. The top surface of the placemats is printed with the reproduction of the Dodo watercolour painting by Charles Collins, which is sealed with a gloss finish, which protects the artwork and keeps it vibrant and fresh.
The Dodo Placemats are created using a dye sublimation print process, which gives each placemat a crisp and vibrant image of the Dodo.
The placemats are available in sets of two, four of six mats.
- Available in sets of 2, 4 or 6 placemats.
- Dimensions: 11in x 8in (28.5cm x 20cm).
- Materials: Cork and wood.
- Rounded corners.
- Superb print quality and vibrancy.
- Protective cork backing.
The Taylor White Collection's 18th Century Watercolour Painting of The Dodo
Our Dodo fine art print comes from the original collection of Taylor White F.R.S. (1701-1772). In the mid-18th Century, White commissioned the celebrated wildlife painter, Charles Collins (c.1680 - 1744) to paint a number of specimens for his collection. The watercolour painting of the Dodo was one of these masterpieces, which emerged from the collaboration between White and Collins.
The original watercolour of the Dodo is extremely finely painted, with incredible detail, allowing you to see the Dodo's plumage and features in stunning clarity. This depth of colour and detail has been captured brilliantly through the digitalisation process and is replicated for you on this delightful fine art print, which is now available for your home or office décor, or to buy as a thoughtful gift for your friends and family.
Taylor White, a barrister by profession and landowner on the Nottinghamshire / Yorkshire border, was a keen naturalist and collector. He commissioned over 900 paintings of birds, mammals, reptiles and fish from the finest painters of his day. He was a governor and the founding Treasurer of The Foundling Hospital in London, as well as being a Fellow of The Royal Society. He was extremely well-connected in Society, which enabled him to create such a world-class collections of specimen and thus paintings. White's father in-law was Major-General John Armstrong, who as Surveyor-General of the Ordnance, Chief Royal Engineer and Quartermaster-General to the Forces, has his offices in The Tower of London. Consequently, Taylor White had access to the birds and beasts of The Royal Menagerie at the Tower. He also was able to borrow specimen from The British Museum. Some rarer and more exotic specimens were brought back from their great travels across the globe by his Royal Society friends, the naturalist Sir Joseph Banks, Bt. and the famous clockmaker, John Harrison.
The Mauritius Dodo
The Mauritius Dodo (Scientific name: Raphus cucullatus) once strutted its stuff on the sandy shores of the Indian Ocean island of Mauritius. A close cousin of the pigeon, this quirky creature stood tall, with a height of about 1 meter!
In 1598, Dutch sailors first laid eyes on the Dodo, and their records painted a vivid picture of this unique, flightless bird. But, oh dear! Over the course of just 65 years, the mighty Dodo met its tragic demise. Unsuspecting of humans and unable to take to the skies, the Dodo was an easy target for sailors seeking a tasty meal. The bird's habitat was also destroyed, further sealing its fate.
Alas, the last known sighting of the iconic Dodo was in 1662. Hunted to extinction, this captivating creature has left an indelible mark on our language and culture, inspiring the popular saying, "As dead as a Dodo," to describe something that no longer exists.
So, the next time you hear someone mention the Dodo, remember the intriguing tale of this unforgettable bird, and let its story serve as a reminder to cherish and protect our planet's precious biodiversity!
Production & Delivery
From the point of order, the production of your Dodo Placemats will take 5-7 working days. It will then be despatched via a tracked postal service, carefully packaged for safe delivery to you around 48 hours later.
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