Pelican Fine Art Print
The Taylor White Collection's 18th Century Watercolour Painting of The Pelican
Our Pelican 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 Pelican was one of these masterpieces, which emerged from the collaboration between White and Collins.
The original watercolour of the Pelican is extremely finely painted, with incredible detail, allowing you to see the Pelican'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 Pelican 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 Pelican's vibrant colours and intricate details come to life in this high-quality fine art print.
* Please note that the images of the Pelican 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 Pelican
The Pelican (Scientific name: Pelecanus occidentalis) is a distinctive and awe-inspiring creature that graces the coastlines of North and South America. With their enormous bill and unique throat pouch, pelicans are true marvels of nature that never fail to amaze.
Native to the breathtaking shores of North America and the picturesque northern coast of South America, the pelican is an enchanting bird that's impossible to ignore. Their extraordinary appearance sets them apart from other seabirds, making them an unforgettable sight for birdwatchers and beachgoers alike.
The pelican's most iconic feature is its sizable bill, which is accompanied by an ingenious throat pouch. This fascinating contraption acts as a built-in fishing net, allowing the pelican to effortlessly scoop up fish and drain water with remarkable efficiency. Watch these majestic birds in action, and you'll be mesmerized by their unparalleled fishing prowess!
Not only do pelicans boast an impressive fishing technique, but they also exhibit fascinating social behavior. These charming birds can often be spotted basking in the sun, preening their feathers, or gracefully soaring through the sky in search of their next meal.
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