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Antrostomus Serico-Caudatus, litho by J. T. Bowen, 1850 (litho)
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Antrostomus Serico-Caudatus, litho by J. T. Bowen, 1850 (litho)
1272250 Antrostomus Serico-Caudatus, litho by J.T. Bowen, 1850 (litho) by Stephens, Henry Louis (1821-86) (after); Free Library of Philadelphia; (add.info.: The silky-tailed nightjar (Antrostomus sericocaudatus) is a species of nightjar in the Caprimulgidae family.
See also 1272249.
These prints appeared in the 2nd series of the Jour. Of the Acad. Of Nat. Sci. of Phila. In the bound volumes, they were hand-colored. (A.E. Phillips, Academy Editor).
The two prints are on one page. From Jour. Of the Acad. Of Nat. Sci. of Phila. 2nd Series. Vol. 2, Pl. 12-13. (c.1850) The left (Pl. 12) shows a Tawny-bellied Screech Owl (Ephialtes Watsonii) and a White-fronted Scops Owl (Ephialtes Sagittatus). The right (Pl. 13) shows a Silky-tailed Nightjar (Antrostomus Serico-caudatus).
John Cassin (1813-1869) was an outstanding American ornithologist, head of the Academy of Natural Sciences of Philadelphias bird department and associated with the J.T. Bowen lithographic establishment. These are his taxonomic names.); eFree Library of Philadelphia; Print and Picture Collection - Jackson Collection of American Lithographs; American, out of copyright
Media ID 22309074
© Free Library of Philadelphia Print and Picture Collection - Jackson Collection of American Lithographs / Bridgeman Images
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This print showcases the Antrostomus Serico-Caudatus, a stunning species of nightjar from the Caprimulgidae family. Created in 1850 by J. T. Bowen and lithographed by Henry Louis Stephens, this artwork is part of the Free Library of Philadelphia's collection. The silky-tailed nightjar, also known as Antrostomus sericocaudatus, is beautifully depicted in intricate detail on this lithograph. The image captures its unique features and delicate plumage with remarkable precision. This nocturnal bird is renowned for its silky tail feathers that add an ethereal touch to its appearance. Displayed alongside two other avian species on one page, this print offers a glimpse into the world of ornithology during the mid-19th century. Placed next to a Tawny-bellied Screech Owl and a White-fronted Scops Owl, the Silky-tailed Nightjar stands out as an exquisite representation of nature's diversity. John Cassin, an esteemed American ornithologist associated with both the Academy of Natural Sciences of Philadelphia and J. T. Bowen's lithographic establishment, provided taxonomic names for these birds. His expertise shines through in his meticulous attention to detail. Preserved within the Fine Art Finder's archives, this historical artifact serves as a testament to humanity's fascination with nature throughout time. It invites viewers to appreciate not only the beauty but also our ongoing quest for knowledge about Earth's diverse fauna.
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