John Reeves Collection

Urania speciosa; Palm
Watercolour from the John Reeves Collection; c.1820s Date: 1820

Plate 102 from the John Reeves Collection (Zoology)
Plate 102 from the John Reeves Collection of Zoological Drawings from Canton, China 1774-1856

Plate 130 from the John Reeves Collection
John Reeves, a 19th Century Tea Inspector, travelled to Canton, China in order to develop a large collection of Chinese natural history drawings

Plate 133 from the John Reeves Collection
John Reeves, a 19th Century Tea Inspector, travelled to Canton, China in order to develop a large collection of Chinese natural history drawings

Plate 127 from the John Reeves Collection
John Reeves, a 19th Century Tea Inspector, travelled to Canton, China in order to develop a large collection of Chinese natural history drawings

LS Plate 159 from the John Reeves Collection
John Reeves, a 19th Century Tea Inspector, travelled to Canton, China in order to develop a large collection of Chinese natural history drawings

LS Plate 192 from the John Reeves Collection
John Reeves, a 19th Century Tea Inspector, travelled to Canton, China in order to develop a large collection of Chinese natural history drawings

LS Plate 186 from the John Reeves Collection
John Reeves, a 19th Century Tea Inspector, travelled to Canton, China in order to develop a large collection of Chinese natural history drawings

LS Plate 158 from the John Reeves Collection
John Reeves, a 19th Century Tea Inspector, travelled to Canton, China in order to develop a large collection of Chinese natural history drawings

Plate 146 from the John Reeves Collection
John Reeves, a 19th Century Tea Inspector, travelled to Canton, China in order to develop a large collection of Chinese natural history drawings

Plate 122 from the John Reeves Collection
John Reeves, a 19th Century Tea Inspector, travelled to Canton, China in order to develop a large collection of Chinese natural history drawings

Plate 90 from the John Reeves Collection
John Reeves, a 19th Century Tea Inspector, travelled to Canton, China in order to develop a large collection of Chinese natural history drawings

LS Plate 193 from the John Reeves Collection
John Reeves, a 19th Century Tea Inspector, travelled to Canton, China in order to develop a large collection of Chinese natural history drawings

LS Plate 151 from the John Reeves Collection
John Reeves, a 19th Century Tea Inspector, travelled to Canton, China in order to develop a large collection of Chinese natural history drawings

Plate 136 from the John Reeves Collection
John Reeves, a 19th Century Tea Inspector, travelled to Canton, China in order to develop a large collection of Chinese natural history drawings

Plate 77 from the John Reeves Collection
John Reeves, a 19th Century Tea Inspector, travelled to Canton, China in order to develop a large collection of Chinese natural history drawings

Plate 116 from the John Reeves Collection
John Reeves, a 19th Century Tea Inspector, travelled to Canton, China in order to develop a large collection of Chinese natural history drawings

LS Plate 179 from the John Reeves Collection

Plate 134 from the John Reeves Collection
John Reeves, a 19th Century Tea Inspector, travelled to Canton, China in order to develop a large collection of Chinese natural history drawings

Magnolia liliiflora, 19th-century artwork C016 / 5316
Magnolia liliiflora (purple lily-flowered magnolia), 19th-century artwork. This plant illustration is from the John Reeves Collection of botanical and zoological drawings from Canton, China

Lily flower, 19th-century artwork C016 / 5195
Lily (Lilium) flower, 19th-century artwork. This plant illustration is from the John Reeves Collection of botanical and zoological drawings from Canton, China

Lemon grass, 19th-century artwork C016 / 5196
Lemon grass (Cymbopogon citratus), 19th-century artwork. This plant illustration is from the John Reeves Collection of botanical and zoological drawings from Canton, China

Strelitzea flower, 19th-century artwork C016 / 5194
Strelitzea (bird of paradise) flower, 19th-century artwork. This plant illustration is from the John Reeves Collection of botanical and zoological drawings from Canton, China

Paphiopedilum, 19th-century artwork C016 / 5193
Paphiopedilum flower, 19th-century artwork. This plant illustration is from the John Reeves Collection of botanical and zoological drawings from Canton, China

Rhododendrons, 19th-century artwork C016 / 5192
Rhododendron flowers, 19th-century artwork. This plant illustration is from the John Reeves Collection of botanical and zoological drawings from Canton, China

Pitahaya fruit, 19th-century artwork C016 / 5191
Pitahaya fruit (Hylocereus triangularis), 19th-century artwork. This plant illustration is from the John Reeves Collection of botanical and zoological drawings from Canton, China

Euphorbia, 19th-century artwork C016 / 5190
Euphorbia (spurge), 19th-century artwork. This plant illustration is from the John Reeves Collection of botanical and zoological drawings from Canton, China

Mangifera indica, 19th-century artwork C016 / 5184
Mangifera indica (mango) plant and fruit, 19th-century artwork. This plant illustration is from the John Reeves Collection of botanical and zoological drawings from Canton, China

Abelmoschus esculentus, 19th century C016 / 5182
Abelmoschus esculentus (ladys fingers) flowers, 19th-century artwork. This plant illustration is from the John Reeves Collection of botanical and zoological drawings from Canton, China

Durian fruit, 19th-century artwork C016 / 5181
Durian fruit (Durio zibethinus). This plant illustration is from the John Reeves Collection of botanical and zoological drawings from Canton, China

Camellia cultivar, 19th-century artwork C016 / 5180
Camellia cultivar, 19th-century artwork. This plant illustration is from the John Reeves Collection of botanical and zoological drawings from Canton, China

Papver sonniferum, 19th-century artwork C016 / 5178
Papver sonniferum (field poppy), 19th-century artwork. This plant illustration is from the John Reeves Collection of botanical and zoological drawings from Canton, China

Camelia flower, 19th-century artwork C016 / 5179
Camelia, 19th-century artwork. This plant illustration is from the John Reeves Collection of botanical and zoological drawings from Canton, China

Reeves botanical artwork, 19th century C016 / 5177
Reeves botanical artwork. This plant illustration is from the John Reeves Collection of botanical and zoological drawings from Canton, China

Magnolia flowers, 19th-century artwork C016 / 5176
Magnolia flowers, 19th-century artwork. These are thought to be (but not confirmed as) the species Magnolia delavayi. This plant illustration is from the John Reeves Collection of botanical

Paeonia moutan, 19th-century artwork
Chinese peony (Paeonia lactiflora), 19th-century artwork. This artwork is from the John Reeves Collection of botanical and zoological drawings from Canton, China

Slow loris, 19th century C013 / 6510
Slow loris (Nycticebus coucang). This illustration is from the John Reeves Collection of botanical and zoological drawings from Canton, China

Plate 94 from the John Reeves Collection
John Reeves, a 19th Century Tea Inspector, travelled to Canton, China in order to develop a large collection of Chinese natural history drawings

LS Plate 103 from the John Reeves Collection (Zoology)
LS Plate 103 from the John Reeves Collection of Zoological Drawings from Canton, China 1774-1856

LS Plate 118 from the John Reeves Collection
John Reeves, a 19th Century Tea Inspector, travelled to Canton, China in order to develop a large collection of Chinese natural history drawings

Plate 137 from the John Reeves Collection
John Reeves, a 19th Century Tea Inspector, travelled to Canton, China in order to develop a large collection of Chinese natural history drawings

LS Plate 105 from the John Reeves Collection (Zoology)
LS Plate 105 from the John Reeves Collection of Zoological Drawings from Canton, China 1774-1856

LS Plate 112 from the John Reeves Collection
John Reeves, a 19th Century Tea Inspector, travelled to Canton, China in order to develop a large collection of Chinese natural history drawings

Plate 110 from the John Reeves Collection

LS Plate 173 from the John Reeves Collection
John Reeves, a 19th Century Tea Inspector, travelled to Canton, China in order to develop a large collection of Chinese natural history drawings

LS Plate 167 from the John Reeves Collection
John Reeves, a 19th Century Tea Inspector, travelled to Canton, China in order to develop a large collection of Chinese natural history drawings

LS Plate 108 from the John Reeves Collection (Zoology)
LS Plate 108 from the John Reeves Collection of Zoological Drawings from Canton, China 1774-1856

Plate106 from the John Reeves Collection
John Reeves, a 19th Century Tea Inspector, travelled to Canton, China in order to develop a large collection of Chinese natural history drawings

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"Exploring the Exquisite: Unveiling the John Reeves Collection" Step into a world of natural wonders with the John Reeves Collection, a treasure trove of botanical and zoological marvels. From vibrant Urania speciosa butterflies fluttering gracefully to majestic palm trees swaying in the breeze, this collection offers a captivating glimpse into nature's diverse beauty. Plate 102 from the John Reeves Collection (Zoology) showcases an enchanting Urania speciosa butterfly, its delicate wings adorned with intricate patterns that mesmerize any observer. As you delve deeper, Plate 130 unveils another hidden gem – a striking depiction of towering palms reaching towards the sky, evoking feelings of tranquility and serenity. Prepare to be captivated by Plate 133 as it presents an exquisite specimen from the John Reeves Collection. With meticulous attention to detail, this artwork transports you to lush landscapes teeming with life. Meanwhile, Plate 127 invites you on a visual journey through flora and fauna intertwined harmoniously. Dive into Plate 134's ethereal charm as it unravels yet another masterpiece from this remarkable collection. Its vivid colors and lifelike portrayal leave no doubt about nature's boundless creativity. Moving beyond zoology, LS Plates 159 and 192 offer glimpses into lesser-known realms where artistry meets science seamlessly. Discover LS Plate 186's breathtaking fusion of precision and elegance – an embodiment of how art can illuminate scientific discoveries in unexpected ways. And don't miss LS Plate 158; its intricately illustrated subject will transport you back in time while igniting your curiosity for exploration. Finally, let yourself be enchanted by Plates 146 and122 – two final gems that complete this extraordinary collection. Each plate tells its own story through masterful strokes of artistic genius combined with meticulous scientific observation. The John Reeves Collection is more than just a compilation; it is an invitation to immerse oneself in nature's wonders.