Orang Outang Collection

"A Venerable Orang-outang", a caricature of Charles Darwin as an ape
3557539 " A Venerable Orang-outang", a caricature of Charles Darwin as an ape, 1871 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: published in The Hornet)

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Orang-outang (engraving)
7196893 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Orang-outang (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Orang-outang)

Le nouvel Orang-outang du Museum d histoire naturelle (engraving)
3629518 Le nouvel Orang-outang du Museum d histoire naturelle (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Le nouvel Orang-outang du Museum d histoire naturelle)

Evolution of Man from Mammals, from La Creation Naturelle et les Etres Vivants
CHT164093 Evolution of Man from Mammals, from La Creation Naturelle et les Etres Vivants by Doctor Jules Rengade (b.1841), 1883 (colour engraving) by Demarle, A

Bornean orangutan, Pongo pygmaeus, female. Endangered
Bornean orangutan, Pongo pygmaeus. Endangered. Domesticated female orang-outang with bandana and bowl. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by J

Bornean orangutans, Pongo pygmaeus. Critically endangered. Orang-outang. Handcoloured steel engraving drawn and engraved by Adolph Fries from Felix-Edouard Guerin-Menevilles Dictionnaire Pittoresque

Orang-Outang (colour litho)
2803395 Orang-Outang (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Orang-Outang. Illustration for Aunt Louisas Zoological Gardens (Frederick Warne)

The Orang-Outang mimicking a Man (engraving)
3628612 The Orang-Outang mimicking a Man (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Orang-Outang mimicking a Man)

Orang Outang and Gorilla
LLM457028 Orang Outang and Gorilla by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Orang Outang and Gorilla)

British North Borneo (engraving)
1591432 British North Borneo (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: British North Borneo. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 1 October 1887)

Orang-Outang, 1860 (colour litho)
998834 Orang-Outang, 1860 (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: From A Bilder-Atlas zur wissenschaftlich-populAaren Naturgeschichte der SAaugetiere in ihren)

Orang-Outang (coloured engraving)
1000367 Orang-Outang (coloured engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustrator:George Edwards Engraver)

Orangoutang, from Quadrupeds series (N41) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes, 1890

The Orang-Utan, 1897. Artist: Henry Ogg Forbes
The Orang-Utan, 1897. From Lloyds Natural History - Monkeys, Part V, by Henry O. Forbes, LL.D. F.Z.S. &C. and edited by R. Bowdler Sharpe, LL.D. F.L.S. &c [Edward Lloyd, Limited, London, 1897]

Tinan the orangutan, 1896. Artist: Henri Meyer
Tinan the orangutan, 1896. An illustration from Le Petit Journal, 20th December 1896

Human and orang-utan skulls, 1848. Illustrations of the base of the skull. An engraving from the Natural History of Man, by James Cowles Prichard, (Hippolyte Bailliere, London, third edition, 1848)

Model of the skull of Piltdown Man (Eanothropus dawsoni), 1914. Artist: Dr Smith Woodward
Model of the skull of Piltdown Man (Eanothropus dawsoni), 1914. Model as reconstructed by Dr Smith Woodward. Dark areas are from the original fossil, the light are the restored areas

Orang Utang and Gibbon, 1822

Charles Darwin 1809 - 1882. English Naturalist Here Portrayed As An Ape In A Cartoon In The Hornet Magazine Of 22 March 1871

Orangutans from The Complete Works of Beranger, 1836

Bornean orangutan, 19th century C013 / 6436
Bornean orangutan (Pongo pygmaeus). This artwork is Plate 10 from a volume of Le Regne Animal (1817, The Animal Kingdom) by French naturalist and zoologist Georges Cuvier (1769-1832)

1809 reprint of Tyson 1698 Chimpanzee
1809 " Black Oran Otan" copper engraving from " Zoological Lectures Delivered at the Royal Institution"

Primate skulls, 19th century artwork
Primate skulls. 19th century artwork of a human skull (top) and those of four different primates, showing the anatomical differences

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The orangutan, also known as the "man of the forest, " is a fascinating creature that has captured the attention of artists and scientists alike. From engravings to lithographs, these illustrations depict the beauty and complexity of this endangered species. In Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Orang-outang (engraving), we see a detailed depiction of an orangutan, showcasing its distinctive features such as its long arms and reddish-brown fur. This engraving highlights the unique characteristics that set orangutans apart from other primates. Another engraving titled Le nouvel Orang-outang du Museum d'histoire naturelle showcases a new addition to the museum's collection. This illustration captures the curiosity and intelligence radiating from this magnificent creature. The Evolution of Man from Mammals engraving found in La Creation Naturelle et les Etres Vivants reminds us of our shared ancestry with orangutans. It serves as a powerful reminder that we are all connected through evolution. Sadly, Bornean orangutans like Pongo pygmaeus are critically endangered due to habitat loss and poaching. A captivating image shows a female Bornean orangutan, highlighting their vulnerability in today's world. In contrast, another image portrays an unsettling reality - a chimpanzee kidnapping an Angolan girl. This shocking scene raises awareness about human-wildlife conflicts and emphasizes the importance of protecting both humans and animals in their natural habitats. Returning to Bornean orangutans, we encounter another striking image depicting them as critically endangered creatures struggling for survival. Their dwindling numbers serve as a stark reminder of how urgent conservation efforts are needed to protect these incredible beings. Moving away from realism, an intriguing color lithograph titled Orang-Outang presents an artistic interpretation capturing both strength and gracefulness within this species. The vibrant colors bring life to this majestic animal on paper.