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"Yellow Breast: A Colorful Compilation of Avian Wonders" Page 403 introduces us to the vibrant Greater Titmouse

Background imageYellow Breast Collection: Page 403. The Greater Titmouse, 1810-17 (w / c & manuscript text)

Page 403. The Greater Titmouse, 1810-17 (w / c & manuscript text)
5670206 Page 403. The Greater Titmouse, 1810-17 (w/c & manuscript text) by Digby, Kenelm Henry (1800-80); 39.6x25.2x5.4 cm; Mitchell Library

Background imageYellow Breast Collection: Page 129. Unidentified Bird. 130. Unidentified Bird (w / c on paper)

Page 129. Unidentified Bird. 130. Unidentified Bird (w / c on paper)
5671017 Page 129. Unidentified Bird. 130. Unidentified Bird (w/c on paper) by Unknown artist, (18th century); Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales; (add.info.: Volume 04: Zoology of N)

Background imageYellow Breast Collection: Page 11. Lanius. above title in different hand October. Natural size Crested Shrike

Page 11. Lanius. above title in different hand October. Natural size Crested Shrike
5670643 Page 11. Lanius. above title in different hand October. Natural size Crested Shrike, Tit Falcunculus frontatus, 1791-92 (w/c) by Unknown artist, (18th century); Mitchell Library

Background imageYellow Breast Collection: Page 37. 1. Unidentified bird. Agile Honeyeater. Black-Headed Creeper (Watling 185 / 106)

Page 37. 1. Unidentified bird. Agile Honeyeater. Black-Headed Creeper (Watling 185 / 106)
5670920 Page 37. 1. Unidentified bird. Agile Honeyeater. Black-Headed Creeper (Watling 185/106). 2. Unidentified bird. Lanius flavigaster

Background imageYellow Breast Collection: Page 20. Natural size. April Golden Whistler Pachycephala pectoralis, male, 1791-92 (w / c)

Page 20. Natural size. April Golden Whistler Pachycephala pectoralis, male, 1791-92 (w / c)
5670652 Page 20. Natural size. April Golden Whistler Pachycephala pectoralis, male, 1791-92 (w/c) by Unknown artist, (18th century); Mitchell Library

Background imageYellow Breast Collection: Page 18. Natural size Golden Whistler Pachycephala pectoralis, male, 1791-92 (w / c)

Page 18. Natural size Golden Whistler Pachycephala pectoralis, male, 1791-92 (w / c)
5670650 Page 18. Natural size Golden Whistler Pachycephala pectoralis, male, 1791-92 (w/c) by Unknown artist, (18th century); Mitchell Library

Background imageYellow Breast Collection: Page 19. April. Natural size Golden Whistler Pachycephala pectoralis, male, 1791-92 (w / c)

Page 19. April. Natural size Golden Whistler Pachycephala pectoralis, male, 1791-92 (w / c)
5670651 Page 19. April. Natural size Golden Whistler Pachycephala pectoralis, male, 1791-92 (w/c) by Unknown artist, (18th century); Mitchell Library

Background imageYellow Breast Collection: Page 62. Red-browed Finch. Loxia astrild. 63. Unidentified bird

Page 62. Red-browed Finch. Loxia astrild. 63. Unidentified bird
5670955 Page 62. Red-browed Finch. Loxia astrild. 63. Unidentified bird. Muscicapa flavigastra (w/c on paper) by Unknown artist, (18th century); Mitchell Library

Background imageYellow Breast Collection: F. 15 Small fantail. New Zealand / / F. 16 Mocking bird

F. 15 Small fantail. New Zealand / / F. 16 Mocking bird
5670771 F.15 Small fantail. New Zealand // F.16 Mocking bird. New Zealand, 1772-75 (w/c) by Smith, Isaac (1753-1831); Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales; (add.info.: South Sea birds)

Background imageYellow Breast Collection: Page 121. Unidentified Bird. 122. Unidentified Bird (w / c on paper)

Page 121. Unidentified Bird. 122. Unidentified Bird (w / c on paper)
5671013 Page 121. Unidentified Bird. 122. Unidentified Bird (w/c on paper) by Unknown artist, (18th century); Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales; (add.info.: Volume 04: Zoology of N)

Background imageYellow Breast Collection: Page 71. Unidentified bird. Pipra new (?) Allied to Cinereous M. (?) (w / c on paper)

Page 71. Unidentified bird. Pipra new (?) Allied to Cinereous M. (?) (w / c on paper)
5670962 Page 71. Unidentified bird. Pipra new (?) Allied to Cinereous M.(?) (w/c on paper) by Unknown artist, (18th century); Mitchell Library


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"Yellow Breast: A Colorful Compilation of Avian Wonders" Page 403 introduces us to the vibrant Greater Titmouse, depicted in watercolor and accompanied by manuscript text. Its yellow breast stands out as a striking feature. On Page 129, we encounter an Unidentified Bird, its image captured on paper with delicate watercolors. The yellow breast adds a touch of brilliance to this mysterious creature's appearance. A Lanius perches proudly above the title on Page 11, known as the Crested Shrike. In October, someone with a different hand noted its natural size and admired its yellow breast. Flipping to Page 37 reveals an array of fascinating birds - an Agile Honeyeater and Black-Headed Creeper catch our attention alongside another Unidentified bird (Watling 185 /106). Among their distinguishing features is the presence of a yellow breast that radiates warmth. April brings us closer to nature's wonders on Pages 20, 18, and 19. These pages showcase the male Golden Whistler Pachycephala pectoralis in all its glory - painted meticulously in watercolor during the years of 1791-92. Its golden plumage extends down to its chest, creating a captivating contrast against other hues. The Red-browed Finch steals our gaze on Pages 62 and 63 while sharing space with yet another unidentified bird. With its red brow complementing a delightful yellow breast, this finch becomes an enchanting sight for any observer. Venturing further into F. 15 and F. 16 unveils more avian marvels - from Small Fantails found in New Zealand to Mockingbirds that captivate us with their melodious tunes. Pages121 and122 introduce two more enigmatic birds depicted through intricate watercolors on paper; both possess elusive identities but share one common trait – their mesmerizing yellow breasts. Lastly, we find ourselves on Page 71, where an Unidentified bird named Pipra new (.