Joseph Wolf Collection

Neofelis nebulosa diardi, clouded leopard
Felis diardi. Plate from A Monograph of the Felidae, or Family of the Cats, 1833, by Daniel Giraud Elliot. One of 43 hand-coloured lithographs by Joseph Wolf (1820-1899) and Joseph Smit (1836-1929)

The Wolf by Edward Donovan
The Wolf, in Edward Donovans The Natural History of British Quadrupeds Volume 1. Held in the Library and Archives

Prionailurus planiceps, flat-headed cat
Felis planiceps. Plate from A Monograph of the Felidae, or Family of the Cats, 1833, by Daniel Giraud Elliot. One of 43 hand-coloured lithographs by Joseph Wolf (1820-1899) and Joseph Smit (1836-1929)

Panthera tigris, tiger
Felis tigris. Plate from A Monograph of the Felidae, or Family of the Cats, 1833, by Daniel Giraud Elliot. Illustrated with 43 hand-coloured lithographs from watercolour drawings by Joseph Wolf

"The Covey" - painted by J. Wolf - from the Exhibition of the British Institution, 1857. Creator: M. Jackson
"The Covey" - painted by J. Wolf - from the Exhibition of the British Institution, 1857. Engraving of a painting:..Mr. Wolf's very painstaking and original picture

Barnacle Goose (Bernicla Leucopsis). Creators: Joseph Wolf, HC Richter
Barnacle Goose (Bernicla Leucopsis)

Two Birds (Ptilonopus Auranthfrons). Creator: Joseph Wolf
Two Birds (Ptilonopus Auranthfrons)

Interrupted, 1875, (1938). Artist: Joseph Wolf
Interrupted, 1875, (1938). From A Catalogue of the Pictures and Drawings in the collection of Frederick John Nettleford, Volume IV, by C. Reginald Grundy and F. Gordon Roe. [Emrose and Sons Ltd

Elliots Pheasant, 1865 (hand-coloured lithograph)
991232 Elliots Pheasant, 1865 (hand-coloured lithograph) by Wolf, Joseph (1820-99) & Smit, J. (fl.1870); 59x47 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Elliots Pheasant; Calophasis Ellioti)

Thaumalea Amherstiae (Lady Amhersts Pheasant), 1870-1872 (hand-coloured lithograph)
991229 Thaumalea Amherstiae (Lady Amhersts Pheasant), 1870-1872 (hand-coloured lithograph) by Keulemans, Johan Gerard (1842-1912) & Wolf

Thaumalea Picta (Golden Pheasants), 1870-1872 (hand-coloured lithograph)
991230 Thaumalea Picta (Golden Pheasants), 1870-1872 (hand-coloured lithograph) by Wolf, Joseph (1820-99) & Smit, J. (fl.1870); 47x59.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Saker Falcon, (pencil and watercolour)
824062 Saker Falcon, (pencil and watercolour) by Wolf, Joseph (1820-99); 54.3x36.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Saker Falcon. Joseph Wolf (1820-1899). Pencil and watercolour

A Snow Leopard Stalking Ovis Poli, (pencil and watercolour heightened with white)
652112 A Snow Leopard Stalking Ovis Poli, (pencil and watercolour heightened with white) by Wolf, Joseph (1820-99); 60.6x95.6 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Snow Leopard Stalking Ovis Poli)

Wood Grouse (Tetrao Urogallus), 1862-1873 (hand-coloured lithograph)
986237 Wood Grouse (Tetrao Urogallus), 1862-1873 (hand-coloured lithograph) by Wolf, Joseph (1820-99) & Richter, Henry Constantine (1821-1902); 54x36.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

The African Lioness, c. 1880-1883 (hand-coloured lithograph)
985770 The African Lioness, c.1880-1883 (hand-coloured lithograph) by Wolf, Joseph (1820-99) & Smit, J. (fl.1870); 61x48.4 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The African Lioness)

Kestrel, 1862, (1942). Creator: Joseph Wolf
Kestrel, 1862, (1942). Bird of prey, from " Birds of Britain" by John Gould. Published in " The Birds of Britain, by James Fisher. [Collins, London, 1942]

Pavo cristatus, Indian peafowl
Plate 3 by Joseph Wolf from Daniel Giraud Elliots A Monograph of the Phasianid, or Family of the Pheasants, (1872)

The Ambuscade
Plate 19 taken from The Life and Habits of Wild Animals, illustrated with designs by Joseph Wolf, London 1874. Date: 1875

Polyplectron napoleonis, Palawan peacock-pheasant
Plate 9 by Joseph Wolf from Daniel Giraud Elliots A Monograph of the Phasianid, or Family of the Pheasants, (1872)

The Shadow Dance
Plate 17 taken from The Life and Habits of Wild Animals, illustrated with designs by Joseph Wolf, London 1874. Date: 1874

A Happy Family
Plate 13 taken from The Life and Habits of Wild Animals, illustrated with designs by Joseph Wolf, London 1874. Date: 1874

Rival Monarchs
Plate 15 taken from The Life and Habits of Wild Animals, illustrated with designs by Joseph Wolf, London 1874. Date: 1874

The Avalanche
Plate 20 taken from The Life and Habits of Wild Animals, illustrated withdesigns by Joseph Wolf, London 1874. Date: 1874

Joseph Wolf (British, 1820 - 1899), Two Birds (Ptilonopus Auranthfrons), hand-colored lithograph

Aye-aye, artwork C016 / 5614
Aye-aye (Daubentonia madagascariensis). This nocturnal lemur uses its long middle finger to dig grubs out of trees. Plate 256 b from the Richard Owen Drawings Collection held at the Natural History

Aye-aye paws, artwork C013 / 6602
Aye-aye (Daubentonia madagascariensis) paws. This nocturnal lemur uses its long middle finger to dig grubs out of trees. Plate 258 c from the Richard Owen Drawings Collection held at the Natural

Daubentonia madagascariensis, aye-aye
Watercolour by Joseph Wolf (1820-1899). Plate 256 b. from the Richard Owen Drawings Collection held at the Natural History Museum

A Race For Life
Plate 12 taken from The Life and Habits of Wild Animals, illustrated by designs by Joseph Wolf, London 1874

Hunted Down
Plate 11 taken from The Life and Habits of Wild Animals, illustrated by designs by Joseph Wolf, London 1874

A Tropical Bathing-Place
Plate 10 taken from The Life and Habits of Wild Animals, illustrated by designs by Joseph Wolf, London 1874

The Siesta
Plate 9 taken from The Life and Habits of Wild Animals, illustrated by designs by Joseph Wolf, London 1874

Cleaners of the Sea
Plate 8 taken from The Life and Habits of Wild Animals, illustrated by designs by Joseph Wolf, London 1874

Strategy Versus Strength
Plate 7 taken from The Life and Habits of Wild Animals, illustrated by designs by Joseph Wolf, London 1874

The Island Sanctuary
Plate 5 taken from The Life and Habits of Wild Animals, illustrated by designs by Joseph Wolf, London 1874

The Struggle
Plate 3 taken from The Life and Habits of Wild Animals, illustrated by designs by Joseph Wolf, London 1874

A Hair-Breadth Escape
Plate 2 taken from The Life and Habits of Wild Animals, illustrated by designs by Joseph Wolf, London 1874

Joseph Wolf (1820-1899)
Portrait of Joseph Wolf, a German artist. Frontispiece from The Life of Joseph Wolf (1895) by A.H. Palmer

Felis silvestris silvestris, European wildcat
Felis catus. Plate from A Monograph of the Felidae, or Family of the Cats, 1833, by Daniel Giraud Elliot. One of 43 hand-coloured lithographs by Joseph Wolf (1820-1899) and Joseph Smit (1836-1929)

Panthera onca, jaguar and Tapirus indicus, Asian tapir
Felis onca. Plate from A Monograph of the Felidae, or Family of the Cats, 1833, by Daniel Giraud Elliot. Illustrated with 43 hand-coloured lithographs from watercolour drawings by Joseph Wolf

Prionailurus euptilura, Amur leopard cat

Uncia uncia, snow leopard
Felis uncia. Plate from A Monograph of the Felidae, or Family of the Cats, 1833, by Daniel Giraud Elliot. Illustrated with 43 hand-coloured lithographs from watercolour drawings by Joseph Wolf

Lophophorus lhuysii, Chinese monal

Pavo muticus, green peafowl
Plate 5 by Joseph Wolf from Daniel Giraud Elliots A Monograph of the Phasianid, or Family of the Pheasants, (1872)

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Joseph Wolf was a renowned artist known for his exquisite illustrations of various wildlife species. His attention to detail and artistic skill brought these creatures to life on paper. One of his notable works includes the Neofelis nebulosa diardi, commonly known as the clouded leopard. With intricate brushstrokes, Wolf captured the elusive beauty of this majestic feline, showcasing its unique coat pattern and piercing eyes. In "The Wolf" by Edward Donovan, Joseph Wolf's talent shines through once again as he depicts Panthera tigris, the mighty tiger. The strength and power emanating from this illustration are palpable, making it a true masterpiece. Not limited to big cats alone, Wolf also showcased smaller feline species like Prionailurus planiceps or the flat-headed cat. Through delicate strokes and vibrant colors, he portrayed their distinctive features with great precision. Interrupted in 1875 is another remarkable piece by Joseph Wolf that showcases his versatility as an artist. This artwork captures a moment frozen in time - a scene where nature interrupts human activity - leaving viewers captivated by its narrative depth. Wolf's expertise extended beyond felids; he also depicted avian wonders such as Elliott's Pheasant and Lady Amherst's Pheasant. These hand-colored lithographs showcase his ability to capture not only their physical attributes but also their gracefulness and elegance. Thaumalea Picta or Golden Pheasants were yet another subject that fascinated Joseph Wolf during 1870-1872. His meticulous attention to detail brings out every feather in vivid color while highlighting their regal presence. In Saker Falcon (pencil and watercolor), we witness how effortlessly Joseph Wolf transitioned between mediums without compromising quality. The falcon's intense gaze seems almost lifelike against the backdrop of carefully rendered feathers. A Snow Leopard Stalking Ovis Poli demonstrates both his mastery over pencil work and watercolor techniques.