Plate 3 Collection

Grey heron, 19th century C013 / 6291
Grey heron (Ardea cinerea). Plate 3 from Watercolour drawings of British Animals (1831-1841) by Scottish naturalist William MacGillivray

Regency woman reading a letter with lorgnette, 1814
Regency woman in morning dress reading a letter with a lorgnette, seated on a chair with footrest, 1814

Mounted huntsmen watching as hounds find a hare
6337430 Mounted huntsmen watching as hounds find a hare by Howitt, Samuel (1756-1822) (after); (add.info.: Mounted huntsmen watching as hounds find a hare. Hare Hunting: Plate 3. Finding the Hare)

Numenius Tahitiensis (Gmelin), 1855 (colour litho)
1272402 Numenius Tahitiensis (Gmelin), 1855 (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Free Library of Philadelphia; (add.info.: Hitchcock, W.E. Phila)

Ms. 2597 Heart and Desire with Hope at his House, facsimile edition of
STC141231 Ms. 2597 Heart and Desire with Hope at his House, facsimile edition of Livre du Coeur d Amours Espris by Rene d Anjou (colour litho) by English School

Pulvis Pyrius, plate 3 from Nova Reperta, engraved by Philip Galle, c. 1580-1605
XJF448295 Pulvis Pyrius, plate 3 from Nova Reperta, engraved by Philip Galle, c.1580-1605 (engraving) by Straet

View of the ruins of Memphis seen from the south east, engraved by Jean Louis Delignon
XIR248287 View of the ruins of Memphis seen from the south east, engraved by Jean Louis Delignon (1755-1804) (engraving) (b/w photo) by Dutertre

Titlepage from Songs of Innocence and of Experience [Bentley Copy 3] c
XYC243175 Titlepage from Songs of Innocence and of Experience [Bentley Copy 3] c.1789-94 (relief etching printed in brown with pen & ink and w/c) by Blake

The French Discover Two Other Rivers, from Brevis Narratio
XIR223416 The French Discover Two Other Rivers, from Brevis Narratio

Planetary spheres, 1708
Planetary spheres. This is plate 3 from the 1708 edition of the star atlas Harmonica Macrocosmica by the Dutch-German mathematician and cosmographer Andreas Cellarius (1596-1665)

Andromeda constellations, 1829 C016 / 4389
Andromeda constellations

White-tailed jackrabbit, 19th century C013 / 6267
White-tailed jack rabbit (Lepus townsendii) male and female

Plate 3, fig 4 from Mineralienbuch
A illustration of a slice of polished brown jasper. Jasper is a variety of cryptocrystalline quartz (silicon dioxide). Plate 3, fig 4 from Mineralienbuch by F. A. Schmidt, Stuttgart 1855

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Plate 3 offers a captivating glimpse into various artistic and architectural wonders. In one corner, mounted huntsmen are captivated by the sight of hounds chasing after a hare, their eyes filled with anticipation. Moving on to another scene, we find ourselves immersed in the grandeur of St Peter's Basilica, as Donato Bramante's intricate designs come to life through an engraving from Vatican and St Peter's Basilica. The attention to detail is mesmerizing. As our journey continues, we encounter a colorful lithograph showcasing Numenius Tahitiensis (Gmelin), its vibrant hues capturing the beauty of this exotic species. Turning the page reveals Ms. 2597 Heart and Desire with Hope at his House, a facsimile edition that evokes emotions deep within our souls. Robinson Crusoe clings desperately to a rock in another illustration, reminding us of the resilience of human spirit even in dire circumstances. Towers and prisons loom large in yet another engraving from Vatican and St Peter's Basilica – remnants of history that tell tales untold. Symmetrical stairs grace sloping grounds in Belvedere Courtyard by Bramante; plans, sections, and intricate details bring this architectural marvel to life before our eyes. The ground floor plan of Vatican Palace follows suit – meticulously crafted engravings showcase every nook and cranny. Window-level views offer glimpses into the magnificence that awaits inside St Peter's Basilica while an interior view transports us back in time to Emperor Constantine's Old Basilica - an awe-inspiring sight indeed. The general plan of St Peter's Square unfolds before us - its vastness stretching out like a canvas waiting for stories to be told. Elevation and section drawings reveal two fountains nestled within this square - testaments to human ingenuity blending seamlessly with nature’s beauty.