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Oriolus sp. oriole
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Oriolus sp. oriole
Plate 66, painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere, from the Loten Collection of coloured drawings of Birds, Mammals, Insects & Plants, (1754-57). Annotated Oriolus melanocephalus
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1710 1789 1722 C1781 18th Century Bevere Joan Gideon Loten Oriole Oriolidae Oriolus Passeriformes Passerine Perched Perching Pieter Cornelis De Pieter Cornelis De Bevere Angiospermae Magnoliophyta
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This exquisite 18th century illustration, Plate 66 from the Loten Collection of Coloured Drawings of Birds, Mammals, Insects & Plants, features the vibrant and striking Oriolus sp. oriole, depicted with remarkable detail by the skilled hand of Pieter Cornelis de Bevere. The oriole is perched gracefully on a slender branch, its bold, black-and-yellow plumage contrasting beautifully with the lush, green foliage and delicate, flowering angiosperms that surround it. Pieter Cornelis de Bevere (1710-1789), a Flemish naturalist and artist, created this stunning work between 1754 and 1757. The oriole, a passerine bird belonging to the Oriolidae family, is identified here as Oriolus melanocephalus, or the Black-headed Oriole. The annotations on the print further confirm its identification as an oriole and provide important details about its taxonomic classification. The intricately rendered anatomy of the oriole is a testament to de Bevere's mastery of the art of bird illustration. The delicate feathers on its wings and tail, the beady eyes, and the curved, pointed beak are all rendered with remarkable precision and detail. The oriole's head is adorned with a striking black mask, contrasting with its bright yellow underparts. The branch on which the oriole perches is adorned with the leaves and flowers of various angiosperms, or flowering plants, further enhancing the natural beauty of the scene. The oriole's presence among these plants underscores the important role that birds play in the ecosystem as pollinators and dispersers of seeds. This illustration is a stunning example of the natural history art of the 18th century, showcasing the beauty and intricacy of both the oriole and the angiosperms it inhabits. It is a testament to the enduring fascination that humans have with the natural world and the desire to document and preserve its wonders.
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