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Cape bishop and pin-tailed parrotfinch
Cape bishop, Euplectes capensis 1, and pin-tailed parrotfinch, Erythrura prasina 2. Gros-bec de Coromandel, Gros-bec de Java. Handcoloured copperplate engraving drawn and engraved Francois Nicolas Martinet from George Comte de Buffons Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux, Paris, 1749-1804
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This exquisite handcoloured copperplate engraving, drawn and engraved by Francois Nicolas Martinet for George Comte de Buffon's Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux, depicts two intriguing bird species: the Cape Bishop (Euplectes capensis) and the Pin-tailed Parrotfinch (Erythrura prasina), also known as the Black-naped Monarch and the Pin-tailed Whydah, respectively. The Cape Bishop, native to sub-Saharan Africa, is a small blackbird with a distinctive red epaulette and a long, curved bill. The Pin-tailed Parrotfinch, found in Madagascar, the Comoros Islands, and the Philippines, is a vibrant, colorful bird with a distinctive pin-shaped tail and a short, thick beak. The intricate detail of this illustration showcases the birds' unique features, from their feather patterns to their expressive eyes. The Cape Bishop is depicted perched on a branch, its wings slightly spread, while the Pin-tailed Parrotfinch is shown flying, its tail feathers spread out in a brilliant display. This illustration is a testament to the remarkable advancements in ornithology during the 18th century. Buffon's Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux was a groundbreaking work that documented over 1,000 bird species, providing a detailed record of the natural world for scientific study and conservation efforts. The use of handcolouring in copperplate engravings was a common technique during this period, allowing for greater detail and accuracy in the representation of the birds' plumage. The result is a stunning and accurate depiction of these two fascinating species, which continues to captivate ornithologists and natural history enthusiasts today.
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