Kindred Collection

Wood engraving of Roelandt Saverys painting of the dodo
Painting of the dodo and other ducks, macaws and rail drawn from life by Dutch artist Roelandt Savery. Presented to the British Museum by George Edwards, 1759

Skull, jaw and sclerotic bones of dodo
Back view of skull, upper and lower view of lower jaw, inner view of jaw, and circle of sclerotic bones in the dodo. Lithograph from Hugh Edwin Strickland and Alexander Gordon Melvilles The Dodo

Upper and lower views of the skull of a dodo. Lithograph from Hugh Edwin Strickland and Alexander Gordon Melvilles The Dodo and its Kindred, London, Reeve, Benham and Reeve, 1848

Side view of the skull of a dodo. Lithograph from Hugh Edwin Strickland and Alexander Gordon Melvilles The Dodo and its Kindred, London, Reeve, Benham and Reeve, 1848

Facsimile of a picture of a dodo by Roelandt Savery in the Royal Gallery, Berlin. Handcoloured lithograph by CDM from Hugh Edwin Strickland and Alexander Gordon Melvilles The Dodo and its Kindred

Tibia and metatarsus of the extinct Rodrigues solitaire, Pezophaps solitaria, in the Parisian Collection and Andersonian Collection

Cranium and sternum of the extinct Rodrigues
Cranium 1-4 and part of sternum 5, 6 of the extinct Rodrigues solitaire, Pezophaps solitaria, in the Parisian Collection. Lithograph by Joseph Dinkel after Werner from Hugh Edwin Strickland

Metatarsus bones of the dodo, crowned pigeon
Metatarsus bones of the dodo, Raphus cucullatus 1-10, crowned pigeon, Goura coronata 12-17, tooth-billed pigeon, Didunculus strigirostris 18, 19 and other birds

I saw another angel fly in the midst of heaven, Revelation XIV, 6, 7 (engraving)
5218286 I saw another angel fly in the midst of heaven, Revelation XIV, 6, 7 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

I pray that God may bless this Christmas day our friends and kindred all (colour litho)
668576 I pray that God may bless this Christmas day our friends and kindred all (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Dogs, and their kindred (engraving)
2813143 Dogs, and their kindred (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dogs, and their kindred)

Humerus and femur of the extinct Rodrigues solitaire, Pezophaps solitaria, in the Parisian Collection and Andersonian Collection

Side, front and back of the leg of a dodo in the British Museum. Illustration drawn and lithographed by Joseph Dinkel from Hugh Edwin Strickland and Alexander Gordon Melvilles The Dodo

Head of a dodo in the Ashmolean Museum
Side view of the head of a dodo in the Ashmolean Museum and restored head in the British Museum. Illustration drawn and lithographed by Joseph Dinkel from Hugh Edwin Strickland

Willem Bontekoes illustration of the dodo
Willem Ysbrantsz Bontekoes illustration of the dodo, from his Voyage, 1646. Wood engraving from Hugh Edwin Strickland and Alexander Gordon Melvilles The Dodo and its Kindred, London, Reeve

Rodrigues solitaire, Pezophaps solitaria
Illustration of a Rodrigues solitaire, Pezophaps solitaria, by Francois Leguat from his Voyage, published 1708. Wood engraving from Hugh Edwin Strickland and Alexander Gordon Melvilles The Dodo

Facsimile of Roelandt Saverys picture of the dodo in the Bellvedere at Vienna, 1628. Handcoloured lithograph after Roelandt Savery from Hugh Edwin Strickland

Willem Pisos illustration of the dodo, 1658
Willem Pisos illustration of the dodo, from Gulielmi Pisonis Medici Amstelaedamensis, 1658. Wood engraving from Hugh Edwin Strickland and Alexander Gordon Melvilles The Dodo and its Kindred, London

Title page with Willem Ysbrantsz Bontekoe s
Title page with Willem Ysbrantsz Bontekoes illustration of the dodo, Raphus cucullatus, 1648. Title page from Hugh Edwin Strickland and Alexander Gordon Melvilles The Dodo and its Kindred, London

Arms of Masonic and Kindred Bodies (colour litho)
2798927 Arms of Masonic and Kindred Bodies (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Arms of Masonic and Kindred Bodies)

That Monkey! (engraving)
1614115 That Monkey! (engraving) by Dadd, S.T. (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: That Monkey! Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 4 July 1885)

Raphus cucullatus, dodo, Ara macao, scarlet macaw
Oil painting attributed to Roelandt Savery (c. 1625). Given to The Natural History Museum, London, in 1759 by G. Edwards. See N04297 for black and white image

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"Kindred: A Glimpse into the Lost World" In this captivating caption, we embark on a journey through time and discover the fascinating world beings. Our first hint lies in the remnants of a forgotten creature - the dodo. The skull, jaw, and sclerotic bones of this extinct bird unveil its mysterious existence. As we examine both upper and lower views, as well as a side view of its skull, we begin to piece together its unique anatomy. Roelandt Savery's wood engraving takes us even further back in time, showcasing his vivid painting of the dodo. Through this facsimile picture, we catch a glimpse of how these magnificent birds once roamed our planet. But it doesn't stop there; our exploration leads us to Rodrigues Island where more kindred species await discovery. The tibia and metatarsus bones offer insight into another extinct creature from this enchanting land. As we delve deeper into nature's wonders, we encounter not only avian kindred but also human connections. An illustration from circa 1900 depicts an Indian soldier scalping another soldier—a reminder that even within humanity's darkest moments lie bonds that transcend bloodlines. Religious references remind us that spirituality can unite kindred souls across realms. An angel flying amidst heaven symbolizes hope and divine intervention described in Revelation XIV:6-7 while a color lithograph wishes blessings upon friends and family during Christmas day—our cherished kindred all. Finally, dogs enter the stage—an embodiment of loyalty and companionship among their own kindred circle—as depicted in an exquisite engraving. Through these hints scattered across history's canvas—from long-lost creatures to shared experiences—we are reminded that "kindred" extends beyond mere genetic ties; it encompasses interconnectedness between all living beings on Earth.