The Merry Minstrel of the Tropics: The Red-Whiskered Bulbul Engraved in 1788

This engraving from George Alexander Cooke's "A Modern and Authentic System of Universal Geography" depicts a New Caledonian warrior in the poised position of throwing a spear. His muscular form and focused expression convey readiness and skill, characteristic of a people adept in the art of hunting and defense. The backdrop of tropical flora situates him within his native landscape, emphasizing the connection between the indigenous people and their environment in the Pacific archipelago of New Caledonia. The detailed artwork serves as a visual account from the age of exploration...

This original lithograph is a hand-colored lithograph from the early 19th century, depicting a vibrantly colored bird identified as "Tanagra Episcopus Linn. Mus." This refers to the Blue-grey Tanager (Thraupis episcopus), a small bird found in Central and South America, known for its striking plumage which includes various shades of blue and grey. The term "Tanagra" is an older name that was historically used for this group of birds, which are now more commonly referred to as "Thraupis" in scientific nomenclature. The label "Die Pfarrelis Aertze. Mann." is more challenging to interpret, as it does not correspond to modern scientific or common names. It could be an archaic or poetic name for the bird, or possibly a transcription error. The lithograph, designated as "Iste Lieferung 3te Tafel," suggests that it is the third plate of the first installment of a series. The delicate and precise hand-coloring brings the illustration to life, highlighting the bird's detailed feather patterns and bright coloration. This piece is marked "nach der Natur gezeichnet von C.W. Hahn," indicating that Carl Wilhelm Hahn...

A French Chromolithograph Of the 'Bulbul' Bird by J.M. Vinson 1985 Published by Precigraph Ltd. Hand Coloured original framed engraving.  

This is a set two framed French engraved art prints. The first one is titled “La Conversation Interessante”. It depicts an 18th century group of lover’...