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Otis Himalayanus or Delicious Bustard, Otis deliciosa. Birds from the Himalaya Mountains
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Otis Himalayanus or Delicious Bustard, Otis deliciosa. Birds from the Himalaya Mountains
Otis Himalayanus or Delicious Bustard, Otis deliciosa. Birds from the Himalaya Mountains, engraving 1831 by Elizabeth Gould and John Gould. John Gould was working as a taxidermist, he was known as the bird-stuffer, by the Zoological Society. Goulds fascination with birds from the east began in the late 1820s when a collection of birds from the Himalayan mountains arrived at the Societys museum and Gould conceived the idea of publishing a volume of imperial folio sized hand-coloured lithographs of the eighty species, with figures of a hundred birds. Elizabeth Gould made the drawings and transferred them to the large lithographic stones. They are called Gould plates
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This print showcases the exquisite beauty of the Otis Himalayanus, also known as the Delicious Bustard or Otis deliciosa. Originating from the majestic Himalaya Mountains, these birds have long fascinated both bird enthusiasts and artists alike. Created in 1831 by Elizabeth Gould and John Gould, this engraving is a testament to their remarkable talent and dedication. John Gould, renowned for his taxidermy skills and nicknamed "the bird-stuffer" was captivated by the avian wonders from the east when a collection of Himalayan birds arrived at the Zoological Society's museum in the late 1820s. Inspired by this encounter, he conceived the idea of publishing an imperial folio-sized volume featuring hand-colored lithographs of eighty species with figures of a hundred birds. Elizabeth Gould played an integral role in bringing these illustrations to life. She meticulously made drawings that were then transferred onto large lithographic stones. The resulting prints, known as Gould plates, are highly sought after for their intricate detail and vibrant colors. In this particular image, we see a close-up view of an Asian delicacy - an exotic tailed bird with mesmerizing markings. The artist's attention to detail is evident in every stroke, capturing not only its physical features but also its unique behavior within its natural habitat. This print transports us back to early 19th-century England when British art flourished under European influences. It serves as a reminder of our enduring fascination with nature's wonders and our ongoing quest to preserve them through art and documentation.
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