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Walter Rothschilds Necropsittacus borbonicus
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Walter Rothschilds Necropsittacus borbonicus
Plate 8, a watercolour painting on paper by Henrik Gronvold from Walter Rothschilds Extinct Birds (1907). Art original 56 x 78 cm. Date: 1907
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1858 1940 1868 1937 Bone Elphick Extinct Gronvold Habitat Henrik Henrik Gronvold Hunted Jonathan Jonathan Elphick Lionel Rothschild Lionel Walter Rothschild Lord Lionel Walter Rothschild Mauritius Parrot Psittacidae Psittaciformes Rodrigues Rothschild Sauropsid Sauropsida Tail Walter Rothschild Watercolor Wing Mascarene Islands
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This stunning watercolor painting is Plate 8 from Walter Rothschild's groundbreaking work, "Extinct Birds," published in 1907. The artwork, created by the talented Henrik Gronvold, depicts the extinct Necropsittacus borbonicus, also known as the Rodrigues Solitaire or the Mascarene Parrot. This magnificent parrot was native to the Mascarene Islands in the Indian Ocean, specifically Rodrigues. Lord Lionel Walter Rothschild (1868-1937), a British zoologist and ornithologist, assembled one of the most comprehensive collections of extinct and rare birds in the world. He meticulously documented each specimen, often commissioning detailed illustrations like this one. The painting shows the parrot in a naturalistic setting, with its vibrant green plumage, distinctive red head, and elongated tail feathers. The Necropsittacus borbonicus was hunted to extinction primarily for its meat, which was considered a delicacy. By the late 19th century, it was no longer seen in the wild. This watercolor painting serves as a poignant reminder of the beauty and uniqueness of a bird that once graced the skies above the Mascarene Islands. Henrik Gronvold's masterful use of watercolor captures the intricate details of the parrot's anatomy, from its head and wings to its bones and tail. The painting also showcases the exquisite craftsmanship of Victorian-era ornithological illustration. This artwork, originally measuring 56 x 78 cm, is a testament to the rich history of avian study and the importance of preserving the natural world for future generations.
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