Trogon variegatus — John Gould & William Matthew Hart
Jewel tones in the canopy. This elegant ornithological plate presents Trogon variegatus with poised clarity—silken plumage, long tail, and fine barring—perched amid quiet foliage. Scientific observation meets painterly grace, ready to lift any room.
Why it captivates
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Ornithological elegance — precise anatomy rendered with lyrical detail.
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Iridescent appeal — lustrous body colour, bright belly, and patterned tail.
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Calm composition — bird and branch balanced against a clean ground.
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Timeless palette — greens, crimsons, and soft neutrals suit classic or modern spaces.
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Conversation piece — a refined window into 19th-century natural history.
What you’ll see
A trogon in side profile, showing the characteristic smooth contouring, long, banded tail, and delicate bill, set on a simple branch with leaves. Neat titling and plate details give the print scholarly poise—order, colour, and structure on one graceful sheet.
Choose your finish
🌟 Heavyweight Paper (160 gsm matte)
Archival-grade, smooth matte stock ideal for framing under glass. Crisp detail, minimal glare.
💎 Laminated (True Encapsulation)
Sealed in 2 × 80-micron gloss laminate, edge-to-edge. Durable, wipe-clean—great for high-traffic 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 colour and fine gradation.
🪵 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)
584 × 841 mm (approx. 22.99 × 33.11 in)
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Orientation: Portrait
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Aspect ratio: ~0.69 : 1
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Nearest standard frame: A1 (594 × 841 mm) — portrait
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Framing tips:
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Use an A1 frame with a custom mat window cut to ~580 × 837 mm (2–3 mm overlap).
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Contemporary: float-mount in A1 to reveal the sheet edge and create a clean shadow gap.
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Custom sizing: Available on request (alternative aspect ratios or added white border).
Specifications
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Title | Trogon variegatus |
| Artists | John Gould & William Matthew Hart |
| Genre | 19th-century ornithological illustration |
| Print Size | 584 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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Bird lovers & naturalists
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Designers & stylists seeking refined, nature-led colour
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Educators & students of ornithology and illustration
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Gift-givers after a classic, elegant motif
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.
Let canopy colour perch at home—order your Trogon variegatus print today.
