Bird
Curated by an international panel of experts, this book showcases the remarkable diversity of avian species, from diminutive hummingbirds to towering ostriches. With illustrations and artwork spanning various styles and periods, contributors include renowned figures such as John James Audubon, Charley Harper, Edward Lear, and modern wildlife photographers like Joel Sartore.
Thoughtfully arranged in paired juxtapositions, the book illustrates how artists and ornithologists have captured the essence, symbolism, and beauty of birds throughout history, offering a visually stunning celebration that spans from ancient Egypt to contemporary Twitter birds and beyond.
Curated by an international panel of experts, this book showcases the remarkable diversity of avian species, from diminutive hummingbirds to towering ostriches. With illustrations and artwork spanning various styles and periods, contributors include renowned figures such as John James Audubon, Charley Harper, Edward Lear, and modern wildlife photographers like Joel Sartore.
Thoughtfully arranged in paired juxtapositions, the book illustrates how artists and ornithologists have captured the essence, symbolism, and beauty of birds throughout history, offering a visually stunning celebration that spans from ancient Egypt to contemporary Twitter birds and beyond.
W 10 x H 12 x D 1.4 in
- 5.5 lb
- 352 pages
- Printed in China
- Released on 11/10/21
- Hardcover
- ISBN: 9781838661403
- Published By Phaidon Press
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