Brian Houghton Collection

Brian Houghton & Ken Hernicht (Bevan Imp) 1976 Southern 100
Brian Houghton & Ken Hernicht (Bevan Imp) at Castletown Bridge, 1976 Southern 100

Brian Houghton & G Jacques (Kawasaki) 1978 Southern 100
Brian Houghton & G Jacques (Kawasaki) at Billown Dip, 1978 Southern 100

Plecotus darjilingensis, paskan (with skull and stomach)
No. 9. Plecotus darjilingensis taken from Drawings of Mammalia [press mark Z 88 ff H] by B.H. Hodgson

Martes flavigula, yellow-throated marten
Plate from the collection of drawings of mammals and birds from Nepal, 1818-1858, by Bryan Houghton Hodgson (1800-1894)

Moschus chrysogaster, alpine musk deer
Plate 191 from the collection of drawings of mammals and birds from Nepal, 1818-1858, by Bryan Houghton Hodgson (1800-1894)

Gypaetos barbatus, lammergeier
Plate 1, a watercolour by Rajman Singh, from Brian Houghton Hodgsons collection of birds and mammals of Nepal

A Limbu and a Gurung, 1847
Watercolour, plate 31, from the collection made by Brian Houghton Hodgson (1800-1894), an employee of the Indian Civil Service from 1818-1843

Ailurus fulgens, red panda
Plate 96 from the collection of drawings of mammals and birds from Nepal, 1818-1858, by Bryan Houghton Hodgson (1800-1894)

A Hayu or Vayu of Nepal, age 60, c. 1840
Photograph, plate 33, from the collection made by Brian Houghton Hodgson (1800-1894), an employee of the Indian Civil Service from 1818-1843

Leiothrix argentauris, silver-eared mesia
Plate 221, a watercolour by Rajman Singh, from Brian Houghton Hodgsons collection of birds and mammals of Nepal

Plate 16 from Brian Hodgsons watercolour collection
Plate 16, watercolour by Brian Houghton Hodgson (1800-1894) from his collection of reptiles, fish, mammals and birds of Nepal

Ochotona curzoniae, black-lipped pika
Plate 119a from the collection of drawings of mammals and birds from Nepal, 1818-1858, by Bryan Houghton Hodgson (1800-1894)

A Bontava Kiranti of Nepal, age 55. c. 1840
Lithograph, Plate 32, from the collection made by Brian Houghton Hodgson (1800-1894), an employee of the Indian Civil Service from 1818-1843

Hemitragus jemlahicus, tahr

Carnivora (order), carnivore
Plate 129 Three carnivores. Watercolour by Tursmoney Chittenham, a Nepalese artist, c. 1840. From the scrapbook collection of birds and mammals of Nepal, 1818-1858

Columba hodgsonii, speckled woodpigeon
Plate 70, a watercolour by Rajman Singh, from Brian Houghton Hodgsons collection of birds and mammals of Nepal

Photograph of Hodgsons bungalow in Darjeeling, c. 1850
Photograph, Plate 24, from the scrapbook collection made by Brian Houghton Hodgson (1800-1894), an employee of the Indian Civil Service from 1818-1843. Hodgson lived in Darjeeling from 1844-1858

Ketupa flavipes, tawny fish owl
Plate 30, a watercolour by Rajman Singh, from Brian Houghton Hodgsons collection of birds and mammals of Nepal

Brian Houghton Hodgson (1800-1894)
Portrait of Brian Houghton Hodgson, taken in 1860, aged 60. Plate 1 from the collection made by Brian Houghton Hodgson, a ethnologist

Mech of the Saul Forest, 1847
Watercolour, plate 51, from the collection made by Brian Houghton Hodgson (1800-1894), an employee of the Indian Civil Service from 1818-1843

Drawing of the British Embassy, Kathmandu, Nepal. Signed by

Budorcas taxicolor, takin
Plate 145a from the collection of drawings of mammals and birds from Nepal, 1818-1858, by Bryan Houghton Hodgson (1800-1894)

Ibidorhyncha struthersii, ibisbill
Plate 82, a watercolour by Rajman Singh, from Brian Houghton Hodgsons collection of birds and mammals of Nepal

Houbaropsis bengalensis, Bengal florican
Plate 41, a watercolour by Rajman Singh, from Brian Houghton Hodgsons collection of birds and mammals of Nepal

Pantholops hodgsonii, chiru
Plate 146 from the collection of drawings of mammals and birds from Nepal, 1818-1858, by Bryan Houghton Hodgson (1800-1894)

Myiomela leucura, white-tailed robin

BhԲsiah ursitaxis inauritus
Plate 86 from the collection of drawings of mammals and birds from Nepal, 1818-1858, by Bryan Houghton Hodgson (1800-1894)

Cochoa purpurea, purple cochoa
Plate 229, a watercolour by Rajman Singh, from Brian Houghton Hodgsons collection of birds and mammals of Nepal

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Brian Houghton: A Thrilling Journey Through Time and Nature Step into the world of Brian Houghton, a man whose life has been filled with remarkable adventures and fascinating encounters. From his exhilarating races at the Southern 100 alongside Ken Hernicht in 1976, to his daring partnership with G Jacques on a Kawasaki bike in 1978, Houghton's passion for speed and adrenaline is undeniable. But there is more to Brian Houghton than just racing. His curiosity about the natural world led him to explore remote corners of our planet, encountering extraordinary creatures along the way. One such encounter was with Plecotus darjilingensis, also known as paskan; its skull and stomach revealing secrets of its unique diet. Intriguingly, Houghton crossed paths with Martes flavigula, commonly known as the yellow-throated marten. This elusive creature left an indelible mark on him as he witnessed its graceful movements through dense forests. Venturing further into nature's wonders, Brian encountered Moschus chrysogaster - the alpine musk deer - a majestic species that captivated him with its ethereal beauty. And then there was Gypaetos barbatus or lammergeier – an impressive bird soaring high above mountain peaks. Houghton's journey wasn't limited to wildlife alone; he delved into cultural exploration too. In 1847, he met both an A Limbu and a Gurung from Nepal - their stories painting vivid pictures of tradition and heritage. As if these experiences weren't enough to fill a lifetime, Brian had unforgettable encounters with Ailurus fulgens – the enchanting red panda – leaving him mesmerized by its playful nature. He even met an aged Hayu or Vayu from Nepal around 1840 who shared wisdom accumulated over six decades. Adding yet another dimension to his story, Houghton's watercolor collection showcased his artistic talents.