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Vanellus Goensis, Plover or Northern Lapwing
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Vanellus Goensis, Plover or Northern Lapwing
Vanellus Goensis, Plover or Northern Lapwing. 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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Vanellus Goensis, Plover or Northern Lapwing - A Glimpse into the Himalayan Avian World
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. This print showcases an exquisite engraving from 1831 by Elizabeth Gould and John Gould, renowned for their contributions to ornithology. The image features a Vanellus Goensis, commonly known as the Plover or Northern Lapwing, native to the majestic Himalaya Mountains. John Gould's fascination with Eastern birds was ignited when a collection of avian specimens arrived at the Zoological Society's museum in the late 1820s. Inspired by this encounter, he embarked on a monumental project: publishing an imperial folio-sized volume of hand-colored lithographs depicting eighty species and one hundred birds. Elizabeth Gould played a pivotal role in bringing these illustrations to life. With her artistic prowess, she meticulously crafted intricate drawings that were then transferred onto large lithographic stones—a testament to her talent and dedication. The resulting plates are truly awe-inspiring. This particular engraving captures the essence of this exotic bird—its elegant tail feathers gracefully fanned out against a vibrant backdrop. The attention to detail is remarkable; every feather seems painstakingly rendered with precision and care. As we gaze upon this artwork from another era, we are transported back to the early nineteenth century—an era marked by exploration and discovery. It serves as a reminder of our enduring fascination with nature's wonders and our ongoing quest to understand its diverse inhabitants. Quint Lox has skillfully captured this piece from Liszt Collection—a treasure trove celebrating British artistry—and invites us all into an enchanting world where beauty meets scientific inquiry.
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