Cuckoo Collection

Theatre, A Cuckoo in the Nest 1925, Nerman
A scene from A Cuckoo in the Nest, a popular farce playing in London in 1925. Here, the impeccable husband is discovered by his wife and in-laws in a ladys bedroom (equally impeccable)

Circular countryside scene
A watercolour painting by Malcolm Greensmith showing a typical English rural countryside setting of a half-timbered cottage set amid fields, surrounded by fauna in the shape of a passing Cuckoo

Cuckoo (Cuculus canorus) perched on a branch. Thursley Common, Surrey, UK, May

Seized dead birds from raid on illegal trapping operation by the Game Fund in Republic of Cyprus area, birds include Cuckoo, Blackcap, Spotted Flycatcher, Leeser Whitethroat

Cuckoo - young in Reed Warbler nest being feed - UK
MAW-78 Cuckoo - young in nest being fed by Reed Warbler UK Cuculus canorus Cuckoos are brood parasites Maurice Walker Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Cuckoo Clock Maker
Two little boys help an old clockmaker, perhaps their grandfather, to make a cuckoo clock in the Black Forest, Germany

Jacobin Cuckoo, Clamator jacobinus
Number 11 of 61 watercolour drawings of birds from the Himalaya Mountains in the collection of Lady Mary Bentinck. Artist unknown, date 1833, Library & Archives Z88 f BEN Date: 1833

Coccyzus americanus, yellow-billed cuckoo
Plate 2 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1827-30), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved by W.H. Lizars, Edinburgh, retouched by R. Havell & Son, London

Coccyzus erythropthalmus, black-billed cuckoo
Plate 32 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1827-30), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London

Common Cuckoo (Cuculus canorus) perched on gate Surrey, England, UK. April

Cuckoo (Cuculus canorus) male, Germany, April

Eggs of European birds, lithograph, published in 1897
Eggs of European birds: 1) Kingfisher; 2) Bee-eater; 3) Black woodpecker; 4) Lesser spotted woodpecker; 5) Roller; 6) Eagle-owl; 7) Long-eared owl; 8) Scops owl; 9) Pygmy owl; 10) Tawny owl; 11

Birds eggs, Crow, Swallow, Hawk, Blue tit, Blackcap, Partridge, Duck
Vintage engraving of Birds eggs, Carrion Crow, Swallow, Hawk, Blue tit, Blackcap, Partridge, Wild Duck, Cuckoo, Pheasant

Greater roadrunner (Geococcyx californianus), adult drinking, Rio Grande Valley, South Texas, Texas, USA. June

cue a redstart the Cuckoo

A cuckoo clock on a wall

Azuma Bridge from Komagatado Temple, from the series One Hundred Famous Views of Edo (Me... 1857)
"Azuma Bridge from Komagatado Temple, " from the series One Hundred Famous Views of Edo (Meisho Edo hyakkei, Komagatado Azumabashi), 1857

Cuckoo (Cuculus canorus) in flight, Germany, April. May

Cuckoo (Cuculus canorus) perched on Hawthorn blossom, Surrey, England, May

Common Cuckoo (Cuculus canorus) perched on Cherry tree blossom Surrey, England, UK. April

Common Cuckoo (Cuculus canorus) calling perched on branch of Hawthrorn(Cratageus monogyna) Surrey, England, UK. May

Cuckoo Waltz, 1948. Creator: Unknown
Cuckoo Waltz, . Words by Alan Stranks, music by JE Jonasson featuring Joe Loss and his band. [Keith Prowse & Co. Ltd, London, ]

Cuckoo bird
A photograph of an original hand-colored engraving from The History of British Birds by Morris published in 1853-1891

Cuckoo in the nest
Victorian vintage engraving of a cuckoo chick in another birds nest, France, 1875

The joker
Marco Redaelli

Black Billed Cuckoo From Birds of America (1827)
John James Audubon

Cuckoo and Wood Wren Date: circa 1910s

Dahlia Terrace
A childrens short story illustration which shows some earwigs crawling amongst grasses and flowers, observing a sign which advertises Dahlia Terrace. Date: circa 1944

The Frost Fairies
A childrens short story illustration which shows some mythical frost fairies clinging to some thin tree branches. Date: circa 1944

King Bunker Looks Into The Nest
A childrens short story illustration which shows King Bunker finding his lost golf ball in a bird's nest. Date: circa 1944

Chippity Cuckoo
A front cover illustration to Chippity Cuckoo, by E. M. Bell. The image portrays a fairy sewing together a British WW2 Home Guard uniform onto the cuckoo. Date: circa 1944

Music cover, Cuckoo Waltz, sung by Sylvia Robin. Date: 1920

Cuckoo Landing
Marco Redaelli

Cuckoo killing Golden-crested Wrens (engraving)
2788534 Cuckoo killing Golden-crested Wrens (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cuckoo killing Golden-crested Wrens)

DDE-90038289
South America, Brazil. Three guira cuckoos on a limb. Date: 21/07/2004

DDE-90038288
South America, Brazil. Guira cuckoo on limb. Date: 21/07/2004

Tree pipit feeding a young cuckoo (b / w photo)
6021173 Tree pipit feeding a young cuckoo (b/w photo) by Kearton, Richard (1862-1928) & Cherry (1871-1940); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tree pipit feeding a young cuckoo)

P2A1490
Blue Coua - with nest material in beak, native of Madagascar Date: 11-Feb-19

Cuckatoo 20, S-E Arndt
Cuckoo - adult male perched on twig - Germany Date: 25-Mar-19

Cuckatoo 16, S-E Arndt
Cuckoo - adult male perched on twig - Germany Date: 25-Mar-19

Cuckoo flying over iris, 1830s. Creator: Ando Hiroshige
Cuckoo flying over iris, 1830s

Cuckoo flying in rain, early 1830s. Creator: Ando Hiroshige
Cuckoo flying in rain, early 1830s

Cuckoo flying over deutzia flowers, Japan, c. 1766. Creator: Komatsuya Hyakki
Cuckoo flying over deutzia flowers, Japan, c. 1766

Cuckoo and Azaleas (Hototogisu, satsuki), Japan, c. 1834. Creator: Hokusai
Cuckoo and Azaleas (Hototogisu, satsuki), Japan, c. 1834

Cuckoo, pine branch, and full moon, c. 1843/47. Creator: Ando Hiroshige
Cuckoo, pine branch, and full moon, c. 1843/47

The Call of the Cuckoo from above the Clouds (parody of Minamoto no Yorimasa), c. 1766

Cuckoo and pinks, c. 1843/46. Creator: Ando Hiroshige
Cuckoo and pinks, c. 1843/46

Listening to the cuckoos cry, n. d. Creator: Utagawa Toyohiro
Listening to the cuckoos cry, n.d

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"Cuckoo: A Theatrical Journey Through Time and Nature" Step into the enchanting world of "Cuckoo, " a captivating play that takes you on a mesmerizing journey through various dimensions. Inspired by the classic comedy "A Cuckoo in the Nest" from 1925, this theatrical masterpiece brings together elements of nature, history, and artistry. As the curtains rise, immerse yourself in a circular countryside scene that transports you to Nerman's picturesque landscapes. Feel the tranquility as you witness a magnificent Cuckoo (Cuculus canorus) perched gracefully on a branch at Thursley Common in Surrey, UK during May. Its melodic call echoes through the air, adding an ethereal touch to this magical performance. But not all is serene in this tale; darkness lurks within its depths. Witness how authorities seize dead birds from an illegal trapping operation orchestrated by the Game Fund in Republic. This poignant moment serves as a reminder of our responsibility to protect these beautiful creatures and their habitats. Intrigue fills every scene as we delve deeper into the mysterious life of cuckoos. Watch with awe as young cuckoos infiltrate Reed Warbler nests across UK woodlands and are fed tirelessly by unsuspecting foster parents—a fascinating display of survival instincts at play. The narrative takes an unexpected turn when we encounter a skilled Cuckoo Clock Maker who crafts intricate timepieces inspired by these enigmatic birds' rhythmic calls. His creations serve as both functional clocks and works of art—an ode to craftsmanship and innovation. Venturing beyond borders, discover exotic species like Jacobin Cuckoos (Clamator jacobinus), Coccyzus americanus (yellow-billed cuckoo), and Coccyzus erythropthalmus (black-billed cuckoo). Their vibrant plumage adds splashes of color to this theatrical tapestry while highlighting global biodiversity.