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Cicinnurus regus, king bird-of-paradise
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Cicinnurus regus, king bird-of-paradise
Plate 74, painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere, from the Loten Collection of coloured drawings of Birds, Mammals, Insects & Plants, (1754-57)
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1710 1789 1722 C1781 18th Century Belly Bevere Bird Of Paradise Calling Cicinnurus Curlicue Filament Joan Gideon Joan Gideon Loten Loten Paradisaeidae King Bird Of Paradise
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Plate 74" of the Loten Collection presents an exquisite 18th-century illustration of the King Bird-of-Paradise, Cicinnurus regius, by the renowned Flemish painter Pieter Cornelius de Bevere. This work of art showcases the magnificent anatomy and unique features of this avian species, native to New Guinea. The King Bird-of-Paradise is depicted perched gracefully on a branch, its long, slender belly contrasting with its robust body. Its head is adorned with an elaborate, curlicue collar of elongated, filamentous feathers, which are used for courtship displays. The bird's head turns towards the viewer, as if calling out, revealing its vibrant, orange eyes and distinctive, hooked beak. This illustration, created between 1754 and 1757, is a testament to the meticulous attention to detail and artistic mastery of Pieter Cornelius de Bevere. The intricate plumage of the King Bird-of-Paradise is rendered in stunning detail, with each feather appearing lifelike and textured. The use of vibrant colors adds to the overall allure and captivating nature of the illustration. The King Bird-of-Paradise is a member of the Paradisaeidae family, and was first described by naturalist Johann Friedrich Gmelin in 1722. This illustration, part of the extensive Loten Collection, is a valuable historical record of the natural world and a testament to the artistic prowess of the 18th century. The Loten Collection, compiled by Joan Gideon Loten between 1710 and 1789, is a remarkable assemblage of coloured drawings of birds, mammals, insects, and plants. This collection, now housed in the Natural History Museum in Leiden, Netherlands, is an invaluable resource for ornithologists, historians, and art enthusiasts alike. In this illustration, Pieter Cornelius de Bevere has captured the essence of the King Bird-of-Paradise, immortalizing its beauty and unique characteristics for future generations to appreciate and marvel at.
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