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Walter Rothschild Bird skin collection, 1932
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Walter Rothschild Bird skin collection, 1932
Packed for shipping. The majority of Rothschilds (280, 000 items) bird skin collection was sold the AMNH in New York after he ran into financial difficulties
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1. Title: "A Historical Moment in Ornithology: The Packing of Lord Walter Rothschild's Bird Skin Collection for Shipment to the American Museum of Natural History, 1932" This monochrome photograph captures a significant moment in the history of ornithology as the preparations are made for the shipping of Lord Walter Rothschild's extensive bird skin collection to the American Museum of Natural History (AMNH) in New York. The collection, comprising approximately 280,000 items, was sold to the museum due to financial difficulties faced by its owner. The image shows a group of individuals carefully packing the bird skins, meticulously arranging them in boxes to ensure their safe transportation. The collection includes a diverse range of avian species, from birds of prey such as hawks and eagles, to waterbirds, songbirds, and exotic species from various parts of the world. The sale of this significant collection marked a significant addition to the AMNH's ornithological holdings, enhancing its research capabilities and expanding its educational offerings. The collection also included specimens from other animal groups, such as reptiles (Sauropsida) and invertebrates (Cephalopoda and Mollusca), adding to the museum's diverse holdings. The photograph also reveals the intricacies of the packing process, with each specimen carefully wrapped and labeled, ready for shipment. The image transports us back to the 1930s, offering a glimpse into the meticulous work that went into preserving and transporting natural history collections during that era. This photograph is an important historical record of a pivotal moment in the history of the American Museum of Natural History and the field of ornithology. It serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving and sharing natural history collections for scientific research and educational purposes.
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