Predatory Birds Collection

The Head of a common Golden Eagle, from Life, 8-11 September 1870 (w / c
6263799 The Head of a common Golden Eagle, from Life, 8-11 September 1870 (w/c, bodycolour and pen and ink over graphite on pale brown wove paper) by Ruskin

The Head of a Kite, from Life, 30 August-1 September 1870
6263800 The Head of a Kite, from Life, 30 August-1 September 1870 (w/c and bodycolour over graphite on pale brown wove paper) by Ruskin

The Head of a common Golden Eagle, from Life, 8-11 September 1870
6263798 The Head of a common Golden Eagle, from Life, 8-11 September 1870 (w/c and bodycolour over graphite on wove paper) by Ruskin, John (1819-1900); (add.info.: John Ruskin (1819 - 1900)

Two Arabian Vultures Two monk vultures Vultur Monachus
Two Arabian Vultures, Two monk vultures (Vultur Monachus) sitting on rocks, predatory birds: vulture, Theo van Hoytema, 1885 - 1917, canvas, oil paint (paint)

Portrait man predatory birds eagle song-birds
Portrait of a man, predatory birds: eagle, song-birds: jackdaw, plucked fowl, Napoleon I Bonaparte (Emperor of the French), Nicolas Lagneau, 1550 - 1620, paper, chalk, h 344 mm × w 224 mm

Title page F Aguilon Opticorum libri sex 1613 Opticorvm libri sex
Title page for F. Aguilon, Opticorum libri sex, 1613 Opticorvm libri sex (title on object), The Latin title of the book is central to a rectangular frame

Emblem year middle palm tree symbol annual rotation
Emblem: year, In the middle a palm tree (symbol for the annual rotation) with a medallion with the god Janus, the Roman god of the past and the future

Two kites form crow falcon messenger sun symbol
Two kites, Two kites in the form of a crow and a falcon. The crow is seen as a messenger of the sun, a falcon as a symbol of happiness when one dreams of him at the first dream of the year

Hieronymus Scotlands Hieron Martyr Nordovicensis
Hieronymus of Scotland S. Hieron, Martyr Nordovicensis. (title on object), Hieronymus of Scotland, depicted as a priest with tunic and chasuble, with a falcon on his hand and in the other a sword

Man falcon predatory birds 1622 1645 paper engraving
Man with a falcon, predatory birds: falcon, anonymous, 1622 - 1645, paper, engraving, h 123 mm × w 97 mm

Priest feeds vultures top rock Der Heijligen Vogelen Berg
Priest feeds vultures on top of a rock Der Heijligen Vogelen Berg there two birds a day were spied by the Priest (title on object), Print upper right: First Part fol 91, priests

Passport card portion Virginia coast Pas Card
Passport card from a portion of the Virginia coast Pas Card From the Sea Virginia shores (title on object), Passport card from a portion of the Virginia coast

Falcon, group of chickens, chicks, Peter Casteels III, c. 1700 - before 1749

Falconer Star, Theodor Matham, Le Blond, Lodewijk XIII (koning van Frankrijk), 1629

Title page for: Willem Sluiter, Psalms, Psalmen, lof-sangen, ende geestelike liedekens, 1661

Adam and Eve before the Tree of Knowledge of Good and Evil, print maker: Jan Saenredam, Abraham Bloemaert, Isack Houwens, 1604 and/or 1690 - 1750

Personification of poetry, Arnold Houbraken, 1710 - 1719

Portrait of Maximilian Henry of Bavaria, Archbishop of Cologne, Pieter van Schuppen, 1671

Fable of the doves and the hawks, Dirk Stoop, John Ogilby, 1665

Battle of the frog and the mouse, print maker: Dirk Stoop, John Ogilby, 1665

Vulture and an eagle with snake, print maker: Peeter Boel attributed to, Peeter Boel, De Poilly, 1670 - 1674

Allegorical portrait of Leopold Willem, governor of the Southern Netherlands. Frans van den Wijngaerde, 1636 - 1679

Vulture and an eagle with snake, Gerard Scotin (I), Lodewijk XIV (koning van Frankrijk), 1670 - 1674

Cartouche flanked by an eagle and a peacock, Pieter van Lisebetten, Cornelis Galle, 1654 - 1678

Eagle, Pieter van Lisebetten, Wenceslaus Hollar, Francis Barlow, 1654-1678

Falcons and owls in a barn, Pieter van Lisebetten, Wenceslaus Hollar, Francis Barlow, 1654 - 1678

Three birds in a landscape, print maker: Adriaen Collaert, Theodoor Galle, 1598 - 1618

Two birds in a landscape, Adriaen Collaert, 1598 - 1618

Eagle and other birds of prey, Nicolaes de Bruyn, 1594

Two friezes, both with raptors, Michiel le Blon, c. 1611 - c. 1625

A hilly landscape is crossed by a river, over the river a stone bridge with five arches, on the shore is a rowing boat with two men, a third man is working on a fishing net

Air, Nicolaes Jansz. Clock, 1597

Equestrian Portrait of Alexander I, Prince of The Netherlands, Charles Rochussen, 1835-1894

Roman soldiers around a bonfire where an eagle rises from the flames, Jan Luyken, 1686

Sea chart of part of the coast of Virginia, Jan Luyken, Claes Jansz Voogt, Johannes van Keulen (I), 1684 - 1799

Roman emperor with scepter and globe, flying above him is an eagle with a crown in its clutches, Jan Luyken, Jurriaen van Poolsum, 1689

Bellona armed with sword and spear, above her an eagle flies with a crown in its clutches, Jan Luyken, Jurriaen van Poolsum, 1689

Air (Aer), Jan van de Velde, 1603 - 1641

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"Captivating and Fierce: Exploring the World of Predatory Birds" In the realm of nature's most skilled hunters, predatory birds reign supreme. Their majestic presence and awe-inspiring abilities have captivated mankind for centuries. Glimpsing into the past, we uncover stunning illustrations that bring these formidable creatures to life. The detailed depictions from Life in 1870 showcase the regal heads of a common Golden Eagle and a Kite, reminding us of their commanding stature and piercing gaze. As we delve further, our journey takes us across continents, encountering exotic species such as Arabian Vultures and monk vultures known as Vultur Monachus. These magnificent birds symbolize power and resilience amidst harsh landscapes. The connection between man and it is evident throughout history. In an intriguing portrait, a man stands alongside these majestic creatures while song-birds flutter nearby – a testament to humanity's fascination with their prowess. Turning pages back even further, we stumble upon "Opticorum libri sex, " penned by F Aguilon in 1613. This emblematic work explores optics through intricate drawings featuring palm trees symbolizing annual rotation – mirroring the ever-watchful eyes of predatory birds. Symbolism continues to intertwine with reality as two kites form crow falcon messengers under the radiant sun – an ancient representation that transcends time itself. Hieronymus Scotlands' engravings from 1622-1645 depict falcons in all their glory; these masterpieces on paper capture both their gracefulness in flight and ferocity during hunts. A striking image emerges when a priest feeds vultures atop Der Heijligen Vogelen Berg - showcasing how even spiritual realms acknowledge the vital role played by these scavengers in maintaining ecological balance. Predatory birds hold an eternal allure - embodying strength, precision, and adaptability like no other creature can muster.