La Giraffe (1837) — Florent Prévost (1794–1870)
Grace rendered in spots and stride. This elegant natural-history plate presents the giraffe with poised, full-length clarity—slender legs, high carriage, and a lattice of ochre rosettes—combining scientific precision with the decorative charm of 19th-century zoological art.
Why it captivates
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Classic natural history — a museum-style study with crisp labelling and line.
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Decorative geometry — rosette patterns that read as living ornament.
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Tall, airy composition — perfect for adding height and calm to a room.
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Warm neutral palette — sands, umbers, and soft greens that play well with timber and stone.
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Conversation starter — travel, science, and illustration in one refined image.
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Timeless appeal — Victorian scholarship with contemporary elegance.
What you’ll see
A full-height profile of a giraffe set against a clean, pale ground, the coat’s rosettes described with fine tonal modelling. A light terrain base anchors the figure, while subtle shadows and notations keep the focus on form and proportion. Up close: delicate linework and stipple. From a step back: serene vertical grace.
A richer historical frame
Issued in 1837, this zoological plate reflects the era’s fascination with exotic fauna and the drive to catalogue nature through art. Working within the Paris tradition of scientific illustration, Florent Prévost balanced accuracy and aesthetic restraint, creating images that informed study and adorned salons alike.
Choose your finish
🌟 Heavyweight Paper (160 gsm matte)
Archival-grade, smooth matte stock ideal for framing under glass. Crisp linework, minimal glare.
💎 Laminated (True Encapsulation)
Sealed in 2 × 80-micron gloss laminate, edge-to-edge. Durable, wipe-clean—perfect for busy spaces.
🪵 Laminated + Timber Hang Rails (Ready to hang)
Lacquered natural timber rails with fitted hanging cord; no frame required.
Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.
🏆 Archival Canvas (395 gsm HP Professional Matte)
Museum-quality texture with pigment-based, fade-resistant inks for rich tone and fine detail.
🪵 Canvas + Timber Hang Rails (Gallery-ready)
As above, supplied with lacquered natural timber rails and hanging cord.
Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.
Size (W × H)
503 × 841 mm (approx. 19.80 × 33.11 in)
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Orientation: Portrait
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Aspect ratio: ~0.598 : 1
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Nearest standard frame: A1 (594 × 841 mm) — portrait
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Framing tips:
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Classic look: use an A1 frame with a mat window cut to ~499 × 837 mm for a tidy 2–3 mm overlap.
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Contemporary look: float-mount in an A1 frame for a slender, elegant reveal.
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Custom sizing: Available on request (alternative aspect ratios or added white border).
Specifications
| Feature | Details |
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| Title | La Giraffe |
| Artist/Attribution | Florent Prévost (1794–1870) |
| Date | 1837 |
| Historical Context | 19th-century zoological illustration documenting exotic species with scientific clarity |
| Print Size | 503 mm (W) × 841 mm (H) |
| Available Finishes | Paper, Laminated, Laminated + Timber Hang Rails, Canvas, Canvas + Timber Hang Rails |
| Paper Weight | 160 gsm archival matte |
| Laminate | 2 × 80-micron gloss (true encapsulation) |
| Canvas Weight | 395 gsm HP Professional Matte Canvas |
| Inks | Pigment-based, fade-resistant |
| Optional Hang Rails | Natural timber, lacquered; fitted hanging cord (allow up to 10 working days) |
| Origin | Printed in Australia |
Who it’s for
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Natural-history enthusiasts & collectors
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Designers seeking tall, calming statement pieces
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Educators & libraries curating zoological imagery
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Nurseries & playrooms needing gentle, nature-led art
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Gift-givers with a taste for vintage illustration
Our Commitment
Every print is produced locally in Australia on premium substrates with careful colour management, then checked and packed by hand so it arrives ready to impress. From studio to wall, we stand behind the craftsmanship and historical integrity of your piece.
Add elegant, long-limbed charm to your space—order your fine-art print of La Giraffe today.
