Ivory Billed Collection

The Bird (engraving)
980416 The Bird (engraving) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Bird. 1 Fragment of shell gorget, Alabama (1/1). 2 Gold ornament, Florida

Ivory-billed woodpecker, Campephilus principalis (White billed woodpecker Picus principalis). Critically endangered. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Red-crested turaco, toucan, aracari and toucanet
Red-crested turaco, Tauraco erythrolophus 1, green-billed toucan, Ramphastos dicolorus 2, ivory-billed aracari, Pteroglossus azara 3 and spot-billed toucanet, Selenidera maculirostris

Thomas Rowlandson (British, 1756 - 1827 ), The Times, probably 1783, hand-colored etching, Rosenwald Collection

Robert Havell after John James Audubon, Trumpeter Swan, American, 1793 1878, 1838, hand colored etching and aquatint

Martin Marvie after Jean-Baptiste Oudry (French, 1713 - 1813 ), Le chat, la balette et le petit lapin (The Cat, the Weasel, and the Rabbit), published 1756, hand-colored etching, Gift of Mr. and Mrs

A. -J. de Fehrt after Jean-Baptiste Oudry (French, born 1723 ), L homme qui court
A.-J. de Fehrt after Jean-Baptiste Oudry (French, born 1723 ), L homme qui court apres la fortune et l hommequi l attend dans son lit (The Man who Courts Fortune and the Man Who Sleeps in Bed)

Robert Havell after John James Audubon, Ivory-billed Woodpecker, American, 1793 - 1878
Robert Havell after John James Audubon, Ivory-billed Woodpecker, American, 1793-1878, 1829, hand-colored etching and aquatint on Whatman paper

Johann Michael Seligmann After George Edwards (german, 1720 - 1762 ), Grus Americana, Alta Major, Hand-colored Etching On Laid Paper, Collection Of Dr. And Mrs. George B. Green

Laurent Cars After Jean-baptiste Oudry (french, 1699 - 1771 ), Les Deux Rats, Le Renard Et L oeuf (two Rats, the Fox, And The Egg), Published 1759, Hand-colored Etching, Gift Of Mr. And Mrs

Johann Christoph Teucher After Jean-baptiste Oudry (german, C. 1715 - 1763 Or After ), Le Vieux Chat Et La Jeune Souris (the Old Catand The Young Mouse), Published 1759, Hand-colored Etching

Elie Du Mesnil After Jean-baptiste Oudry (french, Born 1726 Or 1728 ), Les Deux Chiens Et L ane Mort (two Dogs And The Dead Donkey), Published 1756, Hand-colored Etching, Gift Of Mr. And Mrs

Martin Marvie After Jean-baptiste Oudry (french, 1713 - 1813 ), Le Chien Qui Porte A Son Cou Le Diner De Son Maitre (the Dog Carrying His Masters Supper), Published 1756, Hand-colored Etching

A. -j. De Fehrt After Jean-baptiste Oudry (french
A.-j. De Fehrt After Jean-baptiste Oudry (french, Born 1723 ), L homme Qui Court Apres La Fortune Et L hommequi L attend Dans Son Lit (the Man Who Courts Fortune And The Man Who Sleeps In Bed)

John Bluck After Thomas Rowlandson (british, Active 1791 - 1819 ), Running, Published 1804, Hand-colored Etching And Aquatint With Blue Wash, Rosenwald Collection

Thomas Rowlandson (british, 1756 - 1827 ), The Times, Probably 1783, Hand-colored Etching, Rosenwald Collection

Robert Havell After John James Audubon, Ivory-billed Woodpecker, American, 1793 - 1878, 1829, Hand-colored Etching And Aquatint

Ivory-billed Aracari - forests of North Western South America
PM-10554 Ivory-billed Aracari - forests of North Western South America Pteroglossus flavirostris Pat Morris Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Ivory-billed Woodcreeper. Nayarit Mexico in March
JZ-3634 Ivory-billed Woodcreeper Nayarit Mexico in March Xiphorhynchus flavigaster Jim Zipp Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

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"The Ivory-Billed: A Rare Beauty in the Bird Kingdom" In the realm of avian wonders, one species stands out as a true symbol of magnificence and mystery - the Ivory-billed woodpecker, Campephilus principalis. This majestic creature, immortalized in an exquisite engraving by Johann Michael Seligmann after George Edwards, captivates with its striking appearance and elusive nature. With its vibrant red crest reminiscent of a regal crown, the ivory-billed woodpecker commands attention wherever it goes. Its presence is often accompanied by a symphony of sounds from other feathered friends like the Red-crested turaco, toucan, aracari, and toucanet. Together they create an enchanting chorus that echoes through dense forests. The artistry captured by Elie du Mesnil after Jean-Baptiste Oudry showcases not only the beauty but also the diversity found within this avian world. From Grus Americana gracefully spreading its wings to Les deux chiens playfully frolicking together - each piece tells a unique story. Martin Marvie's masterful renditions bring to life scenes that depict both harmony and intrigue. In "Le chat, la balette, " we witness an unlikely friendship between feline and bird while "La matrone d Ephese" portrays a motherly figure guarding her nest with unwavering devotion. Quentin-Pierre Chedel's interpretation of Jean-Baptiste Oudry's work captures the essence of intelligence embodied by these creatures. In "Le corbeau, " we see their cunning nature at play while A. -J de Fehrt's depiction in "Le loup et le chasseur" reminds us of their resilience against adversity. Even Thomas Rowlandson couldn't resist capturing moments inspired by these magnificent beings. His illustrations such as "Running" and "Going Out in the Morning" depict the lively energy and freedom that birds bring to our world.