Paloeornis Derbianus
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Edward Lear's Paloeornis Derbianus into your home with a handmade oil painting reproduction. Carefully recreated on canvas by skilled artists using traditional techniques, this piece captures the delicate brushwork, subtle light, and vibrant color of the original masterpiece. With museum-level quality and rich texture, it brings elegance and artistic depth to any space. Enjoy free shipping and make this masterpiece a part of your personal collection.
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Original Description
Edward Lear's "Palaeornis Derbianus" (1830-32) captivates with its delicate precision and vibrant vitality, exemplifying the golden age of ornithological illustration. The painting depicts Derby’s parakeet—a jewel-toned bird from Southeast Asia—perched gracefully against a minimalist backdrop, its emerald-green plumage and coral-red beak rendered with scientific accuracy yet poetic softness. Lear, better known for literary nonsense, reveals his mastery of lithography here, blending Audubon-inspired realism with subtle Romantic flourishes. Created for his seminal work Illustrations of the Family of Psittacidae, or Parrots, this piece stands as a pinnacle of 19th-century natural history art, bridging Enlightenment-era taxonomy and Victorian decorative aesthetics. Its rarity (only 175 copies were printed) and Lear’s dual legacy as artist-writer make it a coveted treasure among collectors and museums.
For interior styling, Palaeornis Dergianus thrives in spaces seeking refined eccentricity. Frame it in a slender gold-leaf border to echo its warm hues, ideally hung in a study or lounge with muted sage-green walls or reclaimed oak paneling. Its compact size (original lithographs measure ~54x38cm) suits gallery walls paired with botanical sketches or Asian-inspired ceramics for thematic cohesion. In offices, position it near mid-century furnishings—think Saarinen tulip tables or leather Club chairs—to create a dialogue between vintage science and modern design. The parrot’s vivid tones pop against navy or charcoal textiles, while a brass desk lamp nearby would amplify its gilded elegance. For larger spaces, commission a custom matte with a hand-painted edge mimicking Lear’s watercolor washes, transforming it into a standalone focal point.
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Lead Time & Shipping
When you order this oil painting replica, it typically takes 2-3 weeks to paint. If the artwork is more complex, it might need a little more time to ensure the best quality. Once it's ready, we'll send you a photo for your approval. After you give the green light, we'll ship it to you for free.
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Return & Refund
We believe in the quality of our hand-painted oil painting reproductions, and your satisfaction is our priority. If for any reason, you are not completely satisfied with your purchase, we offer a 45-day return policy. You can return your artwork within 45 days of receipt and receive a full refund. Please note that the artwork must be returned in the original packaging and in the same condition as it was received.
