Nightingale Fine Art Print
The Taylor White Collection's 18th Century Watercolour Painting of The Nightingales
Our Nightingales 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 Nightingales was one of these masterpieces, which emerged from the collaboration between White and Collins.
The original watercolour of the Nightingales is extremely finely painted, with incredible detail, allowing you to see the Nightingales'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.
Superb Fine Art Print on Museum-Quality Paper
We've meticulously replicated the original Nightingales watercolour painting on 310gsm Hahnemühle German Etching art paper [HGE] or Enhanced Matte Art Paper [EMA] for the 6in x 8in print. These top-quality fine art papers are museum-quality with the HGE paper being acid and lignin-free, ensuring the best possible longevity and colour reproduction, whilst the EMA paper is a heavy-duty fine art paper. The Nightingales's vibrant colours and intricate details come to life in this high-quality fine art print.
* Please note that the images of the Nightingale Fine Art Print on our website are for illustrative purposes only. The actual print uses high-resolution images to ensure a crisp, clear, and visually stunning final print.
The Nightingale
The Nightingale (Scientific name: Luscinia megarhynchos) is a charming avian virtuoso, renowned for its mesmerizing and powerful melodies. This vocal maestro has captured hearts and imaginations for centuries, inspiring countless poems, songs, books, operas, and even fairy tales. Get ready to embark on a tuneful adventure as we explore the captivating world of the Nightingale!
Picture a bird slightly larger than the familiar Robin, adorned in a modest brown plumage that contrasts beautifully with its eye-catching reddish tail. The Nightingale's underside boasts a delicate buff hue, completing the ensemble with a subtle yet alluring touch.
These melodic wonders can be found soaring through the skies between Germany and Spain in Europe, extending their range to Asia Minor and North Africa. They favour nesting close to the ground amidst thick vegetation, ensuring a safe and secure hideaway from potential threats.
In the UK, our melodious friend is primarily spotted in the South East. However, it's worth noting that Nightingale populations have been dwindling in the region, unlike in mainland Europe where they continue to thrive and enchant listeners with their divine harmonies.
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