1729 1788 Collection

Watercolour fomr the Sir Ashton Lever Collection
Watercolour by Sarah Stone (c. 1760-1844) from the Sir Ashton Lever Collection held at the Natural History Museum, London. NHML (3) 42

Bird display
A perspective view of the grand saloon and gallery from A Companion to the [British] Museum (1790) by Sir Ashton Lever. The Natural History Museum in South Kensington was not built until 1880s

Pithecia pithecia, white-faced saki
Fox-tailed Monkey, Simia pithecia. Plate facing p. 169 of Museum Leverianum; specimens from the museum of the late Sir Ashton Lever, by George Shaw. Published by James Parkinson, proprietor, 1792-1796

Bradypus tridactylus, pale-throated three-toed sloth
Pale-throated three-toed sloths. Plate from a collection of original watercolour drawings, c. 1781-1785, by Sarah Stone, held at the Natural History Museum

Lambris chiragra, spider conch
Watercolour of a spider conch by Sarah Stone (c. 1760-1844) from the collection of Sir Ashton Lever

Quaternary fissure breccia
Watercolour drawing of a fissure breccia from the Quaternary period (Pleistocene Epoch or Ice Age), fossilised with mammalian bones. From a collection of original watercolour drawings, c

Fossilised naticid gastropods and leaves
Watercolour showing two views of a naticid gastropod and a fossilised leaf encased in a nodule by Sarah Stone (c. 1760-1844) from the collection of Sir Ashton Lever

Struthio camelus, ostrich
Watercolour by Sarah Stone (1788) from the collection of Sir Ashton Lever

Fossil Crinoid
Watercolour of a fossil crinoid by Sarah Stone (c. 1760-1844) from the collection of Sir Ashton Lever

Capra hircus, goat
Domestic Goat, Angora Breed. Plate from a collection of original watercolour drawings, c. 1781-1785, by Sarah Stone, held at the Natural History Museum

Hexaplex duplex, African murex
Watercolour of an African murex by Sarah Stone (c. 1760-1844) from the collection of Sir Ashton Lever

Spodylus americanus, thorny oyster
Watercolour of a thorny oyster on blue paper by Sarah Stone (c. 1760-1844) from the collection of Sir Ashton Lever

Phoenicopterus ruber ruber, greater flamingo
Watercolour by Sarah Stone (1788) from the collection of Sir Ashton Lever

Aix falericulata, mandarin duck
Watercolour by Sarah Stone (1788) from the collection of Sir Ashton Lever

Ramphastos tucanus, white-throated toucan
Watercolour by Sarah Stone (1788) from the collection of Sir Ashton Lever

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"1729-1788: A Glimpse into the Sir Ashton Lever Collection" Step back in time with this captivating watercolour collection from the esteemed Sir Ashton Lever. Each brushstroke tells a story, capturing the essence of nature's wonders and historical treasures. Immerse yourself in the vibrant hues as you explore an enchanting bird display. Witness the graceful Pithecia pithecia, also known as the white-faced saki, showcasing its unique beauty. Marvel at Mandrillus sphinx, the majestic mandrill, adorned with striking colors that command attention. And don't miss Bradypus tridactylus, the pale-throated three-toed sloth, hanging effortlessly amidst lush foliage. Delve deeper into Sir Ashton Lever's collection and discover Lambris chiragra - a mesmerizing spider conch exquisitely preserved in all its intricate glory. Unearth ancient secrets within quaternary fissure breccia; witness fossilized naticid gastropods and leaves frozen in time. Transport yourself to distant lands where Struthio camelus reigns supreme – encounter these magnificent ostriches through Lever's artistry. And let your imagination wander among fossil crinoids - remnants of prehistoric marine life that evoke awe for Earth's history. As you admire each piece meticulously collected by Sir Ashton Lever between 1729 and 1788, feel a connection to both nature's splendor and humanity's insatiable curiosity for exploration and preservation. Let these artworks serve as portals to another era – one filled with wonderment and reverence for our planet's rich tapestry of life.