Perching Collection (page 21)

Hill Myna on a Magnolia Branch, mid-20th century (colour woodblock print)
883266 Hill Myna on a Magnolia Branch, mid-20th century (colour woodblock print) by Koson, Ohara (1877-1945); 36.1A--23.9 cm; Minneapolis Institute of Arts, MN

Racing Pigeons, Paris to London, 1880 (w / c on paper)
619230 Racing Pigeons, Paris to London, 1880 (w/c on paper) by Ludlow, Henry Stephen (1861-1940); diameter: 40.6 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: One of a pair, see also 619229)

Grey Herons (colour litho)
668694 Grey Herons (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Grey Herons); © Look and Learn; English, out of copyright

The Bleeding Heart Dove, illustration from L Astrolabe by Dumond D
CHT176696 The Bleeding Heart Dove, illustration from L Astrolabe by Dumond D Urville, engraved by Massard, published 1833 (colour litho) by Pretre

Wallaces Standard Wing Semioptera Wallecei (colour litho)
QED9480 Wallaces Standard Wing Semioptera Wallecei (colour litho) by Hart, William Matthew (1830-1908); Natural History Museum, London, UK; American, out of copyright

Simia ursina, Pl. XXX, illustration from Recueil d
HMB306118 Simia ursina, Pl.XXX, illustration from Recueil d observation de zoologie et d anatomie compare, faites dans l ocean atlantique

Eagle with Spread Wings on Tree Trunk (colour woodblock print)
LWR341712 Eagle with Spread Wings on Tree Trunk (colour woodblock print) by Koson, Ohara (1877-1945); Private Collection; Japanese, out of copyright

Marsh Bunting, illustration from A History of the Birds of Europe Not Observed in the British Isles by Charles Robert
LLM339004 Marsh Bunting, illustration from A History of the Birds of Europe Not Observed in the British Isles by Charles Robert Bree (1811-86), published 1867 (colour litho) by English School

Aquatic Warbler, illustration from A History of the Birds of Europe Not Observed in the British Isles by Charles Robert
LLM339155 Aquatic Warbler, illustration from A History of the Birds of Europe Not Observed in the British Isles by Charles Robert Bree (1811-86), published 1867 (colour litho) by English School

Booted Reed Warbler, illustration from A History of the Birds of Europe Not Observed in the British Isles by Charles
LLM339154 Booted Reed Warbler, illustration from A History of the Birds of Europe Not Observed in the British Isles by Charles Robert Bree (1811-86), published 1867 (colour litho) by English School

Bonellis Warbler, illustration from A History of the Birds of Europe Not Observed in the British Isles by Charles
LLM339144 Bonellis Warbler, illustration from A History of the Birds of Europe Not Observed in the British Isles by Charles Robert Bree (1811-86), published 1867 (colour litho) by English School

Sardinian Warbler, illustration from A History of the Birds of Europe Not Observed in the British Isles by Charles
LLM339141 Sardinian Warbler, illustration from A History of the Birds of Europe Not Observed in the British Isles by Charles Robert Bree (1811-86), published 1867 (colour litho) by English School

Egyptian Eared Owl, illustration from A History of the Birds of Europe Not Observed in the British Isles by Charles
LLM339118 Egyptian Eared Owl, illustration from A History of the Birds of Europe Not Observed in the British Isles by Charles Robert Bree (1811-86), published 1867 (colour litho) by English School

Egyptian Turtle Dove, illustration from A History of the Birds of Europe Not Observed in the British Isles by Charles
LLM339036 Egyptian Turtle Dove, illustration from A History of the Birds of Europe Not Observed in the British Isles by Charles Robert Bree (1811-86), published 1867 (colour litho) by English School

River Warbler, illustration from A History of the Birds of Europe Not Observed in the British Isles by Charles Robert
LLM339159 River Warbler, illustration from A History of the Birds of Europe Not Observed in the British Isles by Charles Robert Bree (1811-86), published 1867 (colour litho) by English School

Northern Red Bishop, 1834 (w / c on paper)
780819 Northern Red Bishop, 1834 (w/c on paper) by Lear, Edward (1812-88); 25.9x18.4 cm; Zoological Society of London; eZoological Society of London; English, out of copyright

Two Iceland Falcons (oil on canvas)
3744180 Two Iceland Falcons (oil on canvas) by Bogdani or Bogdany, Jakob (1660-1724); 109.2x108 cm; Nottingham City Museums and Galleries (Nottingham Castle)

A male Lady Amhersts Pheasant, walking along a horizontal branch
3527144 A male Lady Amhersts Pheasant, walking along a horizontal branch, at London Zoo in 1926 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942)

A Boat-billed heron, or Boatbill, sitting on a branch at London Zoo
2921584 A Boat-billed heron, or Boatbill, sitting on a branch at London Zoo, June 1924 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942)

Syrnium Albogularis, litho by J. T. Bowen, 1850 (litho)
1272252 Syrnium Albogularis, litho by J.T. Bowen, 1850 (litho) by Hitchcock, William E. (c.1823-1880); Free Library of Philadelphia; (add.info.: See also 1272251)

Christmas card with flowers and bird. Date: circa 1890s

The Toco Toco Toucan (Ramphastos Toco), (pencil, watercolour and bodycolour)
659203 The Toco Toco Toucan (Ramphastos Toco), (pencil, watercolour and bodycolour) by Barraband, Jacques (1767-1809); 52.1x38.9 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Long-tailed Tit (Young), from The Birds of Great Britain
CH401463 Long-tailed Tit (Young), from The Birds of Great Britain, published London 1862-73 (hand-coloured litho) by Gould

Punch cartoon: George Goschen, 1st Viscount Goschen, English politician (engraving)
6034895 Punch cartoon: George Goschen, 1st Viscount Goschen, English politician (engraving) by Sambourne, Edward Linley (1844-1910) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Punch cartoon)

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"Perching: A Fascinating Display of Avian Grace and Beauty" Majestic and elegant, a red kite perches on a branch, its wings spread wide against the backdrop of a historical artwork. In the enchanting Westray, Orkney Islands in Scotland, two puffins find solace as they perch on a rocky ledge overlooking the vast expanse of the United Kingdom's coastline. Vibrant and striking, a male goldfinch delicately balances on a slender twig, showcasing its vibrant plumage to all who admire its perching prowess. Amongst the lush greenery of Australia's forests, an Australian King Parrot gracefully settles itself upon a sturdy branch - its vivid colors contrasting with nature's palette. Delicate and dainty, the long-tailed tit finds comfort in numbers as it joins fellow companions on an intricately woven nest while perched among tree branches. Witnessing nature's harmony unfold before our eyes; two red kites perch side by side on a branch - one gazing into the distance while another curiously looks over its shoulder. The dipper takes center stage as it confidently perches upon a rugged rock formation - observing its surroundings with unwavering focus from this unique vantage point. A powerful owl finds tranquility amidst darkness as it roosts comfortably atop towering branches - silently surveying its nocturnal kingdom under moonlit skies. With regal poise and captivating presence, Calyptorhynchus funereus graces us with their beauty; yellow-tailed black cockatoos effortlessly perch amongst eucalyptus trees in search of sustenance. Ara ararauna mesmerizes us with vibrant hues as it majestically clings onto branches using nimble claws; blue-and-yellow macaws remind us why they are truly nature's living masterpiece.