Psittacus Erithacus (Jacques Barraband)
Jacques Barraband (1767–1809) made Psittacus Erithacus.
Psittacus Erithacus, in brief
- Title
- Psittacus Erithacus
- Artist
- Jacques Barraband (1767–1809)
- Artist born in
- Aubusson, France
High-resolution images of Psittacus Erithacus
Jacques Barraband, Psittacus Erithacus. Public domain.
Questions on Psittacus Erithacus, answered
Can the image of "Psittacus Erithacus" by Jacques Barraband be freely reproduced?
"Psittacus Erithacus" by Jacques Barraband is in the public domain - its copyright has expired. This status governs how the image of the work may be reproduced.
Who is the artist behind "Psittacus Erithacus"?
The artist behind "Psittacus Erithacus" is Jacques Barraband. The work is catalogued under Jacques Barraband's name.
What explains the copyright situation of "Psittacus Erithacus" by Jacques Barraband?
"Psittacus Erithacus" by Jacques Barraband is in the public domain - its copyright has expired. Copyright terms are measured from the artist's death, and Jacques Barraband died in 1809.
About the artist, Jacques Barraband
1767–1809, France
Jacques Barraband
A Life Dedicated to Feather and Bloom: The World of Jacques Barraband Jacques Barraband, a name perhaps unfamiliar to many yet synonymous with breathtaking accuracy in the depiction of avian life, flourished during a pivotal period in natural history illustration. Born in Aubusson, France, around 1767 or 1768 – records indicate his baptism on August 31st, 1768 – Barraband’s artistic journey began not amidst scientific fervor but within the established tradition of tapestry weaving. His father, a craftsman at the renowned Aubusson factory, instilled in him an early appreciation for meticulous detail and vibrant color, skills that would later define his legacy. Though briefly engaged in the family trade after initial studies at the local school – an institution celebrated for nurturing talents like Francis Roby de Faureix and Etienne de la Seiglière de la Cour – Barraband’s ambition led him to Paris, seeking broader artistic horizons.