1960s Copenhagen Zoo (African Crowned Crane) - Original Vintage Poster
1960s Copenhagen Zoo (African Crowned Crane) - Original Vintage Poster
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Elegant and rare poster commissioned by Copenhagen Zoo to encourage visitors.
The poster displays the beautiful African Crowned Crane. The large bird is recognized for its distinctive golden, crown-like tuft of feathers on its head. It has a gray body, white wings, and a vibrant red throat pouch, making it one of the most colorful crane species. These cranes are known for their elaborate courtship dances, which involve bowing, jumping, and spreading their wings. As a symbol of elegance and longevity in various African cultures, the African Crowned Crane is also the national bird of Uganda.
Copenhagen Zoo open its doors to the public in 1859 which makes it one of Europe's oldest zoos. Today Copenhagen Zoo has around 1,2 million visitors a year and featuring 3000 animals spread over 264 species.
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Artist: Birgit Djenner
Print: Lithography (print by Permild & Rosengreen, Copenhagen)
Dimensions: 24.4 x 33.5 in (62 x 85 cm)
Condition: Very good condition - light signs of handling, a few smaller tears near the edges and a tiny missing paper piece in the lower left corner - please see pictures.
Country: Denmark
Thanks a lot for watching and please let me know if you have any questions.
REF: L5805
Materials: Original Vintage Poster
Only 1 available
The poster displays the beautiful African Crowned Crane. The large bird is recognized for its distinctive golden, crown-like tuft of feathers on its head. It has a gray body, white wings, and a vibrant red throat pouch, making it one of the most colorful crane species. These cranes are known for their elaborate courtship dances, which involve bowing, jumping, and spreading their wings. As a symbol of elegance and longevity in various African cultures, the African Crowned Crane is also the national bird of Uganda.
Copenhagen Zoo open its doors to the public in 1859 which makes it one of Europe's oldest zoos. Today Copenhagen Zoo has around 1,2 million visitors a year and featuring 3000 animals spread over 264 species.
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Artist: Birgit Djenner
Print: Lithography (print by Permild & Rosengreen, Copenhagen)
Dimensions: 24.4 x 33.5 in (62 x 85 cm)
Condition: Very good condition - light signs of handling, a few smaller tears near the edges and a tiny missing paper piece in the lower left corner - please see pictures.
Country: Denmark
Thanks a lot for watching and please let me know if you have any questions.
REF: L5805
Materials: Original Vintage Poster
Only 1 available