Birds Nests Collection

Striate Bird's-nest Fungus - growing on leaf mould in garden
USH-1188 Striate Bird's-nest Fungus - growing on leaf mould in garden Cyanthus striatus Duncan Usher Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

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Termite nests on the coast of Africa. 1807 (aquatint)
7237473 Termite nests on the coast of Africa. 1807 (aquatint) by Daniell, William (1769-1837); Private Collection; (add.info.: Termite nests on the coast of Africa)

A group of sociable weaver birds and their communal nest. 1807 (aquatint)
7237468 A group of sociable weaver birds and their communal nest. 1807 (aquatint) by Daniell, William (1769-1837); Private Collection; (add.info.: A group of sociable weaver birds)

A group of weaverbirds and their hanging nests. 1807 (aquatint)
7237457 A group of weaverbirds and their hanging nests. 1807 (aquatint) by Daniell, William (1769-1837); Private Collection; (add.info)

Are they nice!, from Falbalas & Fanfreluches, Almanach des Modes Presentes, Passees et Futures, 1924 (colour litho)
829073 Are they nice!, from Falbalas & Fanfreluches, Almanach des Modes Presentes, Passees et Futures, 1924 (colour litho) by Barbier

Birds Nest (chromolitho)
7164759 Birds Nest (chromolitho) by Nisbet, Ethel C. (active 1882-1916); Private Collection; (add.info.: Birds Nest. Illustration for Flower Painting for Beginners by Ethel Nisbet (Blackie)

The Birds Nest (engraving)
1604757 The Birds Nest (engraving) by Walker, Marcella M. (fl.1872-1917); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Birds Nest. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 5 May 1894)

Stories from Lucian: The kingfishers nest (colour litho)
7180963 Stories from Lucian: The kingfishers nest (colour litho) by Murray, Charles Oliver (1842-1923); Private Collection; (add.info.: The kingfishers nest)

In the Nest, c. 1922 (etching and drypoint)
991014 In the Nest, c.1922 (etching and drypoint) by Icart, Louis (1888-1950); 49.5x29.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: In the Nest. Louis Icart (1888-1950). Etching and drypoint

The foster mother: young woman feeding orphaned bird chicks in a nest (colour litho)
7157304 The foster mother: young woman feeding orphaned bird chicks in a nest (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The foster mother)

Robins and birds in a nest, Greetings card (chromolitho)
7153528 Robins and birds in a nest, Greetings card (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Robins and birds in a nest, Greetings card)

Too Late! Already Occupied! (engraving)
7165771 Too Late! Already Occupied! (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Too Late! Already Occupied)

L aire de l aigle (engraving)
7194483 L aire de l aigle (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: L aire de l aigle)

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Nid; Nest (engraving)
7196838 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Nid; Nest (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Nid; Nest)

Still Life of Flowers in a Basket with a Dunnocks Nest on a Stone Ledge (oil on canvas)
6431751 Still Life of Flowers in a Basket with a Dunnocks Nest on a Stone Ledge (oil on canvas) by Spaendonck, Gerard van (1746-1822); 62.5x51.4 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Tulip, primroses)

Baltimore orioles in Central Park, New York City, USA (chromolitho)
7157096 Baltimore orioles in Central Park, New York City, USA (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Baltimore orioles in Central Park, New York City, USA)

A Still Life of Blossom Tulips and a Birds Nest on a Ledge (pencil & watercolour)
6436389 A Still Life of Blossom Tulips and a Birds Nest on a Ledge (pencil & watercolour) by Duffield, Mary Elizabeth (1819-1914); 75x101.8 cm; Private Collection

"Charlatan is rising in public favour, and has many backers who book him to win"(engraving)
7177881 " Charlatan is rising in public favour, and has many backers who book him to win" (engraving) by English School

Pelopaeus Wasp building nest (engraving)
7188714 Pelopaeus Wasp building nest (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pelopaeus Wasp building nest)

Buche de bois creusee au ciseau (engraving)
7197982 Buche de bois creusee au ciseau (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Buche de bois creusee au ciseau)

Gatherings Eggs in the Faroe Islands (engraving)
7188941 Gatherings Eggs in the Faroe Islands (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gatherings Eggs in the Faroe Islands)

Falkland Islands: Cliff with Birdnests (b / w photo)
7189962 Falkland Islands: Cliff with Birdnests (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cliff with Birdnests)

The Eagle and her Young (engraving)
7182182 The Eagle and her Young (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Eagle and her Young)

The tailor-bird and its nest (engraving)
7192369 The tailor-bird and its nest (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The tailor-bird and its nest)

Birds feeding their young in a nest (colour litho)
7157303 Birds feeding their young in a nest (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Birds feeding their young in a nest)

The young cuckoo (engraving)
7161065 The young cuckoo (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The young cuckoo. Illustration for one of a collection of issues of The Weekly Welcome)

Grey gen and nest (colour litho)
7200535 Grey gen and nest (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Grey gen and nest. Postcard, early 20th Century.); © Look and Learn

Humming-birds and nest (engraving)
7192370 Humming-birds and nest (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Humming-birds and nest)

Nest of Goldfinch (engraving)
7188942 Nest of Goldfinch (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Nest of Goldfinch)

Nest of the Esculent Swallow (engraving)
7188917 Nest of the Esculent Swallow (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Nest of the Esculent Swallow)

South America: Humming-birds and nest (engraving)
7186675 South America: Humming-birds and nest (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Humming-birds and nest)

Pleasure and Duty, The Nightingales (engraving)
7165785 Pleasure and Duty, The Nightingales (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pleasure and Duty, The Nightingales)

Pot a fleurs, applique contre un mur (engraving)
7197983 Pot a fleurs, applique contre un mur (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pot a fleurs, applique contre un mur)

Bird feeding its young in the nest (coloured engraving)
7201032 Bird feeding its young in the nest (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bird feeding its young in the nest)

Modeles de nids artificiels (engraving)
7197988 Modeles de nids artificiels (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Modeles de nids artificiels)

Home Sweet Home (engraving)
7178732 Home Sweet Home (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Home Sweet Home. Illustration for The National Encyclopaedia of Business)

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Denicheur; Birds nester; Nestausnehmer (engraving)
7195715 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Denicheur; Birds nester; Nestausnehmer (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Denicheur; Birds nester; Nestausnehmer)

Mid Fairy Flax (oil on canvas)
XPG381801 Mid Fairy Flax (oil on canvas) by Hornel, Edward Atkinson (1864-1933); Private Collection; Scottish, out of copyright

Still Life with Grapes and Peaches, (oil on canvas)
651103 Still Life with Grapes and Peaches, (oil on canvas) by Baum, Charles (1812-77); 91.5x73.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Still Life with Grapes and Peaches. Carl Baum (1812-1877)

Little Homes Built by Birds (engraving)
6010412 Little Homes Built by Birds (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Little Homes Built by Birds)

The Linnets Nest in the Hanging-Basket (engraving)
6003577 The Linnets Nest in the Hanging-Basket (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Linnets Nest in the Hanging-Basket)

Tropical birds
LLM462127 Tropical birds by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tropical birds. Illustration for The Feathers and Fur Picture Book (George Routledge, c 1890)

Still Life with Fruit, 1854 (oil on canvas)
650617 Still Life with Fruit, 1854 (oil on canvas) by Roesen, Severin (c.1820-72); 76.5x100.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Still Life with Fruit. Severin Roesen (ca.1815-1872). Oil on canvas

Apple Blossoms, a Primrose and Birds Nest on a Mossy Bank, (oil on canvas)
659860 Apple Blossoms, a Primrose and Birds Nest on a Mossy Bank, (oil on canvas) by Clare, Oliver (1853-1927); 20x26 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Apple Blossoms)

The First Scare (litho)
5997022 The First Scare (litho) by Schmidt, Emil (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The First Scare. Illustration from El Mundo Ilustrado Biblioteca de Las Familias)

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Birds' nests come in all shapes and sizes, each one a testament to the ingenuity of these feathered architects. From the delicate Striate Bird's-nest Fungus growing on leaf mould in a garden to the intricate weaver's nest, birds create homes that are both functional and beautiful. In nature's gallery, we find an engraving of a wasp's nest hanging from a tree, showcasing the remarkable craftsmanship of these buzzing insects. Meanwhile, aquatint prints transport us to Africa's coast, where termite nests stand tall as architectural wonders since 1807. Another aquatint captures the bustling activity surrounding sociable weaver birds and their communal nest - a true testament to cooperation and community. Weaverbirds take center stage once again in another stunning aquatint depiction. Their hanging nests sway gently in the breeze as they work tirelessly to build their homes with precision and skill. A colorful lithograph from 1924 exclaims "Are they nice. " as it showcases various bird species nestled within their cozy abodes. Engravings bring tales from Lucian alive through vibrant colors depicting kingfishers nesting amidst lush surroundings. In contrast, an etching and drypoint artwork titled "In the Nest" transports us into an intimate moment between parent birds tending to their young ones. The beauty of nurturing extends beyond avian parents; even humans can play foster mothers for orphaned chicks, as depicted in a heartwarming lithograph capturing a young woman feeding them with love. Birds' nests are not just structures; they represent life itself - resilience, creativity, unity, and care. They remind us that even amid chaos or adversity, there is always room for hope and growth within our own little sanctuaries called home.