Art And Illustration Zoological Collection

Weird looking Fat Striped Fish illustration
One of 67 original water colour drawings of Mammals, Reptiles and Fish found at King Georges Sound, Western Australia, and in its neighbourhood; accompanied by manuscript notes by Neill, Robert

Fish illustration
One of 67 original water colour drawings of Mammals, Reptiles and Fish found at King Georges Sound, Western Australia, and in its neighbourhood; accompanied by manuscript notes by Neill, Robert

Bird illustration
Tab 264 From Natural History of Jamaica (1725) by Sir Hans Sloane

Pagrus guttulatus
One of 67 original water colour drawings of Mammals, Reptiles and Fish found at King Georges Sound, Western Australia, and in its neighbourhood; accompanied by manuscript notes by Neill, Robert

Shell and insect illustration
Table 240 From Natural History of Jamaica (1725) by Sir Hans Sloane

Common blue shark illustration
One of 67 original water colour drawings of Mammals, Reptiles and Fish found at King Georges Sound, Western Australia, and in its neighbourhood; accompanied by manuscript notes by Neill, Robert

Eel illustration
One of 67 original water colour drawings of Mammals, Reptiles and Fish found at King Georges Sound, Western Australia, and in its neighbourhood; accompanied by manuscript notes by Neill, Robert

Beetle illustration
Table 237 of A Natural History of Jamaica (1725) by Sir Hans Sloane

Yellow leatherjacket
One of 67 original water colour drawings of Mammals, Reptiles and Fish found at King Georges Sound, Western Australia, and in its neighbourhood; accompanied by manuscript notes by Neill, Robert

Enoplosus armatus
One of 67 original water colour drawings of Mammals, Reptiles and Fish found at King Georges Sound, Western Australia, and in its neighbourhood; accompanied by manuscript notes by Neill, Robert

Bulldog shark illustration
One of 67 original water colour drawings of Mammals, Reptiles and Fish found at King Georges Sound, Western Australia, and in its neighbourhood; accompanied by manuscript notes by Neill, Robert

Lutreolina crassicaudata, thick-tailed opossum
Illustration of Lutreolina crassicaudata, thick-tailed opossum

Cuttlefish dissection drawing
Table LI, taken from Bibel der Natur byJan Swammerdamm

Various shells
Plate 1 from Elements of Conchology, or, An Introduction to the Knowledge of Shells, by Emanuel Mendes Da Costa, 1726

Green skate illustration
One of 67 original water colour drawings of Mammals, Reptiles and Fish found at King Georges Sound, Western Australia, and in its neighbourhood; accompanied by manuscript notes by Neill, Robert

Guardfish illustration
One of 67 original water colour drawings of Mammals, Reptiles and Fish found at King Georges Sound, Western Australia, and in its neighbourhood; accompanied by manuscript notes by Neill, Robert

Small leatherjacket illustration

Herring illustration

Perch illustration
One of 67 original water colour drawings of Mammals, Reptiles and Fish found at King Georges Sound, Western Australia, and in its neighbourhood; accompanied by manuscript notes by Neill, Robert

Butterfly illustration
Table 239 From Natural History of Jamaica (1725) by Sir Hans Sloane

Stingray illustration
One of 67 original water colour drawings of Mammals, Reptiles and Fish found at King Georges Sound, Western Australia, and in its neighbourhood; accompanied by manuscript notes by Neill, Robert

Zebra fish illustration
One of 67 original water colour drawings of Mammals, Reptiles and Fish found at King Georges Sound, Western Australia, and in its neighbourhood; accompanied by manuscript notes by Neill, Robert

Spotted sole illustration
One of 67 original water colour drawings of Mammals, Reptiles and Fish found at King Georges Sound, Western Australia, and in its neighbourhood; accompanied by manuscript notes by Neill, Robert

Ff. 208 sketch by George Forster
Ff. 208. Pencil sketch by George Forster made during Captain James Cooks second voyage to explore the southern continent (1772-75)

Canis Magellanicus
Illustration (plate 5) from Charles Darwins Zoology of the Voyage of the Beagle, Mammalia, Part 2, No.1, 1838

Canis Antarcticus
Illustration (plate 4) from Charles Darwins Zoology of the Voyage of the Beagle, Mammalia, Part 2, No.1, 1838

Lutjanus campechanus, red snapper
One of 67 original water colour drawings of Mammals, Reptiles and Fish found at King Georges Sound, Western Australia, and in its neighbourhood; accompanied by manuscript notes by Neill, Robert

Cissa sp
Plate RZD010, a watercolour from the John Reeves Collection of Zoological Drawings from Canton, China

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Exploring the Wonders of Zoological Art and Illustration: From the bizarre to the beautiful, this captivating collection showcases a diverse array of creatures. Starting with a peculiar illustration of a weird-looking fat striped fish, we dive into an underwater world filled with enchanting fish species. The intricate details in each fish illustration bring these aquatic beings to life, from their vibrant colors to unique patterns. As we soar above the water's surface, our attention is captured by an exquisite bird illustration that captures its grace and elegance effortlessly. Returning beneath the waves, we encounter more fascinating fish illustrations that highlight their diversity and charm. From the graceful movements of Pagrus guttulatus to mesmerizing patterns adorning other marine inhabitants, these illustrations remind us of nature's endless creativity. But it doesn't stop there. Our journey takes us beyond just fish as we explore various shells meticulously depicted in stunning detail. Each shell tells its own story - weathered by time or adorned with intricate designs - showcasing nature's artistry at its finest. Intriguingly blending worlds together, one particular illustration captivates our imagination: a delicate combination of a shell and insect. This unexpected pairing reminds us that beauty can be found even in unlikely places. Finally, our exploration concludes with an awe-inspiring depiction of a common blue shark; its powerful presence leaps off the page through skillful brushstrokes capturing every nuance. These zoological artworks serve as windows into another realm where science meets artistry – reminding us how interconnected and extraordinary our natural world truly is.