Joan Gideon Loten Collection

Psittacula eupatria, Alexandrine parakeet
Plate 8, painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere, from the Loten Collection of coloured drawings of Birds, Mammals, Insects & Plants, (1754-57)

Centropus sinensis, greater coucal
Plate 27, painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere, from the Loten Collection of coloured drawings of Birds, Mammals, Insects & Plants, (1754-57)

An Asian parrot illustration
From a collection of coloured drawings of Birds, Mammals, Insects & Plants, painted from life for J. G. Loten, Dutch Governor of Ceylon (1752-1757) by P

Babyrousa babyrussa, babirusa
Plate 106 from the Loten Collection (1754-57), a painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere (1722-c. 1781)

Megalaima zeylanica, brown-headed barbet
Plate 28, painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere, from the Loten Collection of coloured drawings of Birds, Mammals, Insects & Plants, (1754-57)

Tragulus javanicus, lesser mouse-deer
Plate 103 from the Loten Collection (1754-57), a painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere (1722-c. 1781). See image reference 6373 for manuscript relating to image

Anthracoceros albirostris convexus, Oriental pied hornbill
Plate 39, painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere, from the Loten Collection of coloured drawings of Birds, Mammals, Insects & Plants, (1754-57)

Harpactes fasciatus, Malabar trogon
Plate 30, painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere, from the Loten Collection of coloured drawings of Birds, Mammals, Insects & Plants, (1754-57)

Terpsiphone paradisi, Asian paradise-flycatcher
Plate 43, painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere, from the Loten Collection of coloured drawings of Birds, Mammals, Insects & Plants, (1754-57)

Pelargopsis capensis, stork-billed kingfisher
Plate 31, painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere, from the Loten Collection of coloured drawings of Birds, Mammals, Insects & Plants, (1754-57)

Megalaima rubricapillus, crimson-fronted barbet
Plate 29, painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere, from the Loten Collection of coloured drawings of Birds, Mammals, Insects & Plants, (1754-57)

Lonchura maja, white-headed munia, Amandava amandava, red av
Plate 77, painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere, from the Loten Collection of coloured drawings of Birds, Mammals, Insects & Plants, (1754-57)

Arboricola javanica, Javan partridge
Plate 86, painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere, from the Loten Collection of coloured drawings of Birds, Mammals, Insects & Plants, (1754-57)

Pericrocotus flammeues, scarlet minivet
Plate 40, painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere, from the Loten Collection of coloured drawings of Birds, Mammals, Insects & Plants, (1754-57)

Sarkidiornis melanotus, comb duck
Plate 95, painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere, from the Loten Collection of coloured drawings of Birds, Mammals, Insects & Plants, (1754-57)

Cicinnurus regus, king bird-of-paradise
Plate 74, painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere, from the Loten Collection of coloured drawings of Birds, Mammals, Insects & Plants, (1754-57)

Porphyrio porphirio poliocephalus, purple swamphen
Plate 93, painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere, from the Loten Collection of coloured drawings of Birds, Mammals, Insects & Plants, (1754-57)

Amaurornis phoenicurus, white-breasted waterhen
Plate 92, painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere, from the Loten Collection of coloured drawings of Birds, Mammals, Insects & Plants, (1754-57)

Aegithina tiphia, common iora
Plate 58, painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere, from the Loten Collection of coloured drawings of Birds, Mammals, Insects & Plants, (1754-57)

Phaenicophaeus pyrrhocephalus, red-faced malkoha
Plate 24, painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere, from the Loten Collection of coloured drawings of Birds, Mammals, Insects & Plants, (1754-57)

Lorius lory, black-capped lory
Plate 17, painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere, from the Loten Collection of coloured drawings of Birds, Mammals, Insects & Plants, (1754-57)

Anhinga melanogaster, darter
Plate 100, painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere, from the Loten Collection of coloured drawings of Birds, Mammals, Insects & Plants, (1754-57)

Chrysocolaptes lucidus, greater flame-backed woodpecker
Plate 19, painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere, from the Loten Collection of coloured drawings of Birds, Mammals, Insects & Plants, (1754-57)

Eos rubra, red lory
Plate 14, painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere, from the Loten Collection of coloured drawings of Birds, Mammals, Insects & Plants, (1754-57)

Picus miniaceus, banded woodpecker
Plate 22, painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere, from the Loten Collection of coloured drawings of Birds, Mammals, Insects & Plants, (1754-57)

Vanellus indicus, red-wattled lapwing
Plate 94, painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere, from the Loten Collection of coloured drawings of Birds, Mammals, Insects & Plants, (1754-57)

Terpsiphone bourbonnensis, Leptocoma zeylonica
Plate 42, painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere, from the Loten Collection of coloured drawings of Birds, Mammals, Insects & Plants, (1754-57)

Detail of manuscript text
Relating to Plate 103 from the Loten Collection, 1754-57, a painting depicting Tragulus javanicus, lesser mouse-deer, by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere (1722-c. 1781). Image under record 6372

Lorius domicella, purple-naped lory
Plate 16, painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere, from the Loten Collection of coloured drawings of Birds, Mammals, Insects & Plants, (1754-57)

Orthotomus sutorius, common tailorbird
Plate 60, painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere, from the Loten Collection of coloured drawings of Birds, Mammals, Insects & Plants, (1754-57)

Anas poecilorhyncha, spot-billed duck
Plate 96, painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere, from the Loten Collection of coloured drawings of Birds, Mammals, Insects & Plants, (1754-57)

Leptocoma zeylonica, purple-rumped sunbird
Plate 57, painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere, from the Loten Collection of coloured drawings of Birds, Mammals, Insects & Plants, (1754-57)

Thamnolaea cinnamomeiventris, mocking cliffchat
Plate 91, painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere, from the Loten Collection of coloured drawings of Birds, Mammals, Insects & Plants, (1754-57)

Accipiter badius, shikra
Plate 2, painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere, from the Loten Collection of coloured drawings of Birds, Mammals, Insects & Plants, (1754-57)

Streptopelia chinensis suratensis, spotted-necked dove
Plate 84, painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere, from the Loten Collection of coloured drawings of Birds, Mammals, Insects & Plants, (1754-57)

Lonchura sp. munia
Plate 76, painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere, from the Loten Collection of coloured drawings of Birds, Mammals, Insects & Plants, (1754-57)

Galloperdix bicalcarata, Ceylon spurfowl
Plate 87, painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere, from the Loten Collection of coloured drawings of Birds, Mammals, Insects & Plants, (1754-57)

Ratufa macroura, grizzled giant squirrel
Sciurus Macrouru (Pennant), Detail of Plate 102 from the Loten Collection (1754-57), a painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere (1722-c. 1781)

Moschiola meminna, Indian spotted chevrotain
Plate 104 from the Loten Collection (1754-57), a painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere (1722-c. 1781)

Trachypithecus vetulus, purple-faced leaf monkey
Semnopithcus vetulus, Purple-Faced Leaf Monkey. Plate from the Loten Collection (1754-57), a painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere (1722-c. 1781)

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"Introducing Joan Gideon Loten: A Journey through the Enchanting World of Asian Wildlife" Step into a world where vibrant feathers and melodious calls reign supreme. Meet Joan Gideon Loten, an avid explorer who has dedicated their life to unraveling the mysteries of Asia's diverse wildlife. Intrigued by the Psittacula eupatria, also known as the Alexandrine parakeet, Joan embarked on a quest to capture its mesmerizing colors in breathtaking photographs. Their lens then turned towards the Centropus sinensis, or greater coucal, capturing its graceful movements amidst lush greenery. As we delve deeper into Joan's captivating journey, an exquisite Asian parrot illustration catches our eye – a testament to their artistic talent and passion for preserving nature's beauty. But it doesn't stop there; they encountered the adorable Babyrousa babyrussa, better known as babirusa, showcasing its endearing features that melt hearts. The Megalaima zeylanica or brown-headed barbet became another subject of fascination for Joan as they marveled at its striking plumage and distinctive call echoing through dense forests. And how could one resist capturing the elusive Tragulus javanicus? The lesser mouse-deer gracefully tiptoeing across woodland landscapes left them in awe. But it was not just avian wonders that captivated this intrepid explorer; they were drawn to magnificent creatures like Anthracoceros albirostris convexus – Oriental pied hornbill with its majestic appearance adorning ancient myths. Joan couldn't help but be enchanted by Harpactes fasciatus - Malabar trogon with its vibrant hues painting forest canopies like living rainbows. Terpsiphone paradisi - Asian paradise-flycatcher fluttered delicately before their eyes while Pelargopsis capensis - stork-billed kingfisher showcased unparalleled fishing skills.