{"id":1485,"date":"2026-05-20T13:56:16","date_gmt":"2026-05-20T13:56:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bevanprintworks.co.za\/?post_type=product&#038;p=1485"},"modified":"2026-05-21T10:36:24","modified_gmt":"2026-05-21T10:36:24","slug":"princess-of-waless-parakeet-c-1869","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/bevanprintworks.co.za\/?product=princess-of-waless-parakeet-c-1869","title":{"rendered":"Princess of Wales\u2019s Parakeet"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-path-to-node=\"4\">Bring the delicate, breathtaking colours of the Australian outback into your home with this magnificent antique ornithological print. Originally published as part of John Gould\u2019s legendary <i data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"188\">The Birds of Australia (Supplement)<\/i>, this exquisite illustration documents a beautiful pair of Princess Parrots (<i data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"301\">Polytelis alexandrae<\/i>), also commonly known as the Princess of Wales&#8217;s Parakeet. Capturing the birds in a graceful, natural pairing amidst soft native blossoms, this meticulously restored print provides an elegant heritage focal point that effortlessly elevates any room.<\/p>\n<hr data-path-to-node=\"5\" \/>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"6\"><b data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">The History:<\/b> This stunning illustration was published circa 1869 by the legendary English ornithologist John Gould, widely celebrated as the &#8220;father of bird study in Australia.&#8221; Gould first scientifically described this elusive, nomadic species in 1863, naming it in honor of Princess Alexandra of Denmark (who had recently married the Prince of Wales, later King Edward VII). Brought to life through exquisite lithography by Gould&#8217;s longtime artistic collaborator Henry Constantine Richter, this historic print remains a highly prized masterpiece of 19th-century natural history documentation.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"7\"><b data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">The Aesthetic:<\/b> A masterclass in late Victorian natural realism, this print is renowned for its soft, pastel-toned, and highly sophisticated color palette. The gentle olive-greens, rose-pink throats, and delicate lilac-blue crowns of the parrots are rendered with incredible feather-by-feather precision. Set against an airy, off-white background and framed by dusty green foliage and subtle desert blooms, the curved forms of the perched birds create a wonderfully serene, harmonious atmosphere.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"8\"><b data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">It is an ideal statement piece for:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul data-path-to-node=\"9\">\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\">Bird watchers, nature lovers, botanists, and collectors of rare natural history prints.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\">Main bedrooms, guest suites, calm living areas, or sunny reading alcoves.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\">Traditional, country-house, cottagecore, or bohemian interiors that appreciate soft, organic color schemes.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-path-to-node=\"10\" \/>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"11\"><b data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Product Details<\/b><\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"11\"><b data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"16\">Artist:<\/b> John Gould (Lithography by H.C. Richter) &#8211; Antique Natural History Poster<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"11\"><b data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"98\">Title:<\/b> The Princess of Wales\u2019s Parakeet (<i data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"139\">Polytelis alexandrae<\/i>)<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"11\"><b data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"161\">Subject:<\/b> Vintage Australian Princess Parrot Study<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"11\"><b data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"211\">Original Year:<\/b> c. 1869<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"11\"><b data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"234\">Style:<\/b> Ornithological Realism \/ 19th-Century Natural History Lithograph<\/p>\n<hr data-path-to-node=\"12\" \/>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"13\"><b data-path-to-node=\"13\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Museum-Quality Vintage Prints<\/b><\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"14\">Our vintage posters are made to order using premium Gicl\u00e9e printing techniques. Every piece is printed on thick, heavyweight fine art paper (200gsm) with a smooth, completely matte finish.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"15\">We specifically source an acid-free, natural-toned paper that perfectly recreates the warmth and authentic character of original mid-century lithographs. Unlike standard glossy posters, our premium matte finish ensures there is zero glare when your artwork is framed behind glass, resulting in a rich, museum-quality display. Combined with long-lasting, UV-resistant pigment inks, your print is designed to remain vibrant for generations.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Bring the delicate, breathtaking colors of the Australian outback into your home with this magnificent antique ornithological print. 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