Gryphus Collection

Folklore / Gryphon
Gryphus, or Greiff, classified by Johnstone as a bird because it has the head and wings of an eagle, despite having the body of a lion

An Andean Condor at London Zoo in 1926 (b / w photo)
3550642 An Andean Condor at London Zoo in 1926 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942); Zoological Society of London; eZoological Society of London; British, out of copyright

Accipitres, Vultures and Secretary Bird (colour litho)
6016747 Accipitres, Vultures and Secretary Bird (colour litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Accipitres, Vultures and Secretary Bird)

Andean Condor, Vultur gryphus, and Eurasian eagle owl, Bubo bubo. Handcoloured engraving by Pardinel after an illustration by Edouard Travies from Charles d Orbignys Dictionnaire Universel d Histoire

Eggs of elephant bird, ostrich, cassowary, condor, etc
Large bird eggs: elephant bird, Aepyornis maximus (extinct) 1, 2, ostrich, Struthio camelus 3, southern cassowary, Casuarius casuarius 4, Andean condor, Vultur gryphus 5, bearded vulture

Golden lion tamarin (endangered), Andean condor
Golden lion tamarin, Leontopithecus rosalia (endangered), Andean condor, Vultur gryphus, and cacao tree, Theobroma cacao. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Migliavacca from Giulio Ferrrarios

Andean condor, palm-nut vulture and houbara bustard
Andean condor, Vultur gryphus 1, palm-nut vulture, Gypohierax angolensis 2, and houbara bustard, Chamydotis undulata 3. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Friedrich Johann Bertuchs Bilderbuch

An Andean Vulture standing on the floor of its enclosure at London Zoo in July 1925
3073890 An Andean Vulture standing on the floor of its enclosure at London Zoo in July 1925 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942)

A sleeping Andean Condor at London Zoo, 1923 (b / w photo)
2639454 A sleeping Andean Condor at London Zoo, 1923 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942); Zoological Society of London; eZoological Society of London; British, out of copyright

Fossils of extinct sea snails or the Silurian to Permian eras.. Handcolored lithograph from Dr. F.A. Schmidts Petrefactenbuch, published in Stuttgart, Germany, 1855 by Verlag von Krais & Hoffmann

Andean condor, Vultur gryphus, near threatened.. Handcolored copperplate stipple engraving from Dumont de Sainte-Croixs Dictionary of Natural Science: Ornithology, Paris, France, 1816-1830

Picture No. 10751923
Andean Condor - male (Vultur gryphus) Date:

Picture No. 10901466
Andean Condor (Vultur gryphus) Date:

Picture No. 10901470
Andean Condor (Vultur gryphus) Date:

Picture No. 10901469
Andean Condor (Vultur gryphus) Date:

Picture No. 10901468
Andean Condor (Vultur gryphus) Date:

Picture No. 10901467
Andean Condor (Vultur gryphus) Date:

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"Gryphus: A Majestic Creature from Folklore to Reality" Step into the realm of folklore and witness the awe-inspiring presence of the Gryphon, a mythical creature that has captivated imaginations for centuries. In 1926, at London Zoo, an Andean Condor stood tall, resembling the legendary Gryphon with its powerful wings and regal demeanor. The black and white photograph captured this majestic bird in all its glory. Accipitres, Vultures, and Secretary Birds adorned a vibrant color lithograph alongside the Andean Condor - Vultur gryphus - showcasing their remarkable diversity. These birds symbolize strength and grace in flight. Eggs from various species like elephant birds, ostriches, cassowaries, condors were displayed together; each one representing life's precious beginnings. Among them was the magnificent Andean Condor whose eggs hold promises of future generations soaring through vast skies. The endangered Golden Lion Tamarin shared a connection with the Andean Condor as both face threats to their existence. Their plight reminds us of our responsibility to protect these incredible creatures for generations to come. A trio consisting of an Andean Condor, palm-nut vulture, and houbara bustard showcased nature's diverse tapestry at London Zoo. Each species brought unique characteristics that painted a vivid picture of biodiversity. In July 1925, an Andean Vulture gracefully stood on the floor of its enclosure at London Zoo. Its presence exuded power while reminding us how these magnificent beings deserve respect within their captive environments. A serene moment frozen in time; a sleeping Andean Condor peacefully rested at London Zoo in 1923. This black-and-white photograph captures not only tranquility but also highlights the importance of conservation efforts for these remarkable creatures. Fossils found deep within ancient seas revealed extinct sea snails from Silurian times – relics of a bygone era.