Pheasant Fine Art Print

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A high quality fine art print on Hahnemühle German Etching art paper of a Pheasant, painted by wildlife painter Peter Paillou (c.1720-1790) in the early 18th Century.

The Taylor White Collection's 18th Century Watercolour Painting of The Pheasant

Our Pheasant 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 Pheasant was one of these masterpieces, which emerged from the collaboration between White and Paillou.

The original watercolour of the Pheasant is extremely finely painted, with incredible detail, allowing you to see the Pheasant'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 Pheasant 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 Pheasant's vibrant colours and intricate details come to life in this high-quality fine art print.

* Please note that the images of the Pheasant 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 Common Pheasant

The Common Pheasant (Scientific name: Phasianus colchicus) may have originally hailed from Asia and certain parts of Europe, but its charm and status as a popular gamebird have earned it a passport to travel and thrive across the globe.

As you venture through the picturesque British countryside, it's nearly impossible not to encounter one of these mesmerizing creatures. The male pheasant, also known as the cock pheasant, is a true showstopper with its brilliant plumage, featuring a dazzling blend of copper-red, bright gold, and iridescent shades of purple and green. A sight to behold, indeed!

So, the next time you're out exploring the great outdoors, keep your eyes peeled for a glimpse of the enchanting pheasant. With its extraordinary plumage and wide geographical distribution, this spectacular bird is sure to leave you spellbound!

Production & Delivery

From the point of order, the production of your Pheasant Fine Art Print will take 2-3 working days. It will then be despatched to you via a postal/courier service in a round poster tube for safety. The 6in x 8in version of the Pheasant Fine Art Print will be packaged in a board-backed envelope.
Credit: Taylor White Collection, Rare Books & Special Collections, McGill University Library.