Kingfishers Framed Print
The Kingfishers Framed Print
Discover the stunning Kingfishers Wall Art with our Kingfishers Framed Print, a high-quality piece that will elevate any room's ambience. Available in three versatile sizes, this vintage Kingfishers print is designed to fit seamlessly in any space, whether large or small. Our Kingfishers fine art prints are crafted on archival, museum-quality fine art paper, ensuring an exceptional finish that lasts for years to come.
Choose from a variety of mounting options for your Kingfishers art print, including unmounted or mounted with snow white, off-white, or black conservation-grade, acid-free mounts. Each Kingfishers Framed Print is enclosed within a classic and discreet frame in black, white, or natural wood finish.
Infuse elegance into any setting with this Kingfishers wall art featuring the masterful painting skills of Peter Paillou, an 18th Century wildlife art master. Our high-quality framed fine art print makes an exceptional and unique gift for occasions like weddings, Christmas, birthdays, or even as a heartfelt thank you gesture. Make an unforgettable impression with our vintage Kingfishers art print today!
The Taylor White Collection's 18th Century Watercolour Painting of The Kingfishers
Our Kingfishers 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, Peter Paillou (c.1720 - c.1790) to paint a number of specimens for his collection. The watercolour painting of the Kingfishers was one of these masterpieces, which emerged from the collaboration between White and Paillou.
The original watercolour of the Kingfishers is extremely finely painted, with incredible detail, allowing you to see the Kingfishers'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 Common Kingfisher
The Common Kingfisher (Scientific name: Alcedo atthis) is a small yet striking bird known for its vibrant blues and oranges that adorn its feathers. Native to Europe, Asia, northern Africa, and the Middle East, these birds can typically be found inhabiting freshwater bodies such as rivers, lakes, and streams, where their main food source, fish, is abundant. This remarkable bird not only captivates with its appearance but also intrigues with its unique habits and behaviours.
Measuring around 16-19 cm in length, with a wingspan of 25-30 cm, the male Kingfisher boasts a brilliant azure-blue back and head, while the female displays a greenish-blue hue. Both sexes exhibit a bright orange underbelly. When it comes to hunting, the Kingfisher is an expert, feeding mainly on small fish, aquatic insects, and crustaceans. They perch on branches near the water's edge, patiently waiting for their prey. Once they spot a target, they dive headfirst into the water, capturing the prey in their sharp, dagger-like bill.
Kingfishers are known to excavate tunnels in riverbanks to create their nesting burrows. The breeding season typically occurs between March and August, during which time the female lays 5-7 eggs. Both parents take turns incubating the eggs for approximately 19-21 days before the chicks hatch. The Kingfisher is a majestic bird, which, if you have the privilege of seeing one, is a sight never to be forgotten.
Superb Fine Art Print on Museum-Quality Paper
45cm x 60cm / 30cm x 40cm Framed Prints
15cm x 20cm Framed Print
Frame
Frame Sizes
- 45cm x 60cm (18″ x 24″)
- 30cm x 40cm (12″ x 16″)
- 15cm x 20cm (6″ x 8″)
Frame Colours
- Black
- White
- Natural wood
Mounts
Mount Options
- No mount – the print fills the full-width of the frame
- Snow white mount
- Off-white mount
- Black mount
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