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Numida Plumifera, litho by Bowen & Co. 1850 (litho)
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Numida Plumifera, litho by Bowen & Co. 1850 (litho)
1272255 Numida Plumifera, litho by Bowen & Co. 1850 (litho) by Koehler, Otto (fl.1856-71); 15.5x23 cm; Free Library of Philadelphia; (add.info.: Journal of the Academy of Natural Sciences of Philadelphia, 2nd. Series, Vol. 4, Pl. 2. 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 Numida plumifera is a type of guineafowl.
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
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© Free Library of Philadelphia Print and Picture Collection - Jackson Collection of American Lithographs / Bridgeman Images
Guinea Fowl Spots Spotted Guineafowl
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This lithograph print, titled "Numida Plumifera" was created by the renowned artist Otto Koehler in 1850. Measuring at 15.5x23 cm, this exquisite piece is housed in the Free Library of Philadelphia's Print and Picture Collection - Jackson Collection of American Lithographs. The artwork showcases a stunning representation of the Numida plumifera, a species commonly known as guineafowl. The bird's intricate spotted pattern and distinctive plumage are beautifully captured in this lithographic masterpiece. It is worth noting that these prints originally appeared in the Journal of the Academy of Natural Sciences of Philadelphia's second series, Volume 4, Plate 2. In their original form within bound volumes, they were meticulously hand-colored under the supervision of A. E. Phillips, Academy Editor. John Cassin, an esteemed American ornithologist and head of the Academy's bird department during that time period (1813-1869), played a significant role in both taxonomically naming these birds and collaborating with J. T. Bowen lithographic establishment to produce such remarkable illustrations. This particular print from Fine Art Finder offers viewers an opportunity to delve into nature's beauty through artistry while appreciating the expertise behind its creation. It serves as a testament to both scientific exploration and artistic expression intertwined seamlessly for educational purposes throughout history.
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