Carduelis Elegans Collection

Goldfinches, 1863, (1942). Creator: John Gould
Goldfinches, 1863, (1942). Male and female of the finch family, from " Birds of Britain" by John Gould. Published in " The Birds of Britain, by James Fisher. [Collins, London, 1942]

Goldfinch, Carduelis carduelis, and common linnet, Carduelis cannabina. Handcoloured engraving by Fournier after an
FLO4685053 Goldfinch, Carduelis carduelis, and common linnet, Carduelis cannabina. Handcoloured engraving by Fournier after an illustration by Edouard Travies from Charles d'Orbigny's

Virgin and Child with a Goldfinch, between c.1300 and c.1350. Creator: Unknown
Virgin and Child with a Goldfinch, between c.1300 and c.1350

Goldfinches, 1864. Creator: Leon Bonvin
Goldfinches, 1864

Triptych with Virgin and Child, Saint John the Evangelist (left wing) and Mary Magdalene (right wing Creator)
Triptych with Virgin and Child, Saint John the Evangelist (left wing) and Mary Magdalene (right wing), c.1505-c.1525. The Virgin, seated beneath an ornate canopy in the centre panel

"The Covey" - painted by J. Wolf - from the Exhibition of the British Institution, 1857. Creator: M. Jackson
"The Covey" - painted by J. Wolf - from the Exhibition of the British Institution, 1857. Engraving of a painting:..Mr. Wolf's very painstaking and original picture

Still Life with Fruits and a Goldfinch, 1855. Creator: Otto Didrik Ottesen
Still Life with Fruits and a Goldfinch, 1855

A Basket of Fruit in a Landscape, 1832. Creator: Christine Lovmand
A Basket of Fruit in a Landscape, 1832

Still Life with Fruit and a Goldfinch, 1660-1679. Creator: Abraham Mignon
Still Life with Fruit and a Goldfinch, 1660-1679

Animalia Volatilia et Amphibia (Aier): Plate LX, c. 1575/1580. Creator: Joris Hoefnagel
Animalia Volatilia et Amphibia (Aier): Plate LX, c. 1575/1580

The Madonna and Child with an Escaped Goldfinch, early 1630s. Creator: Guercino
The Madonna and Child with an Escaped Goldfinch, early 1630s

Gold Finches and Their Nest in an Apple Tree, 1878. Creator: Harry Bright
Gold Finches and Their Nest in an Apple Tree, 1878

Animalia Volatilia et Amphibia (Aier): Plate XXXI, c. 1575/1580. Creator: Joris Hoefnagel
Animalia Volatilia et Amphibia (Aier): Plate XXXI, c. 1575/1580

Madonna and Child, ca. 1480. Creator: Carlo Crivelli
Madonna and Child, ca. 1480

Madonna and Child Enthroned with Two Donors, ca. 1360-65. Creator: Lorenzo Veneziano
Madonna and Child Enthroned with Two Donors, ca. 1360-65

Virgin and Child, 1460 / 70. Creator: Unknown
Virgin and Child, 1460/70. By a Lippi-Pesellino imitator

Bullfinch, Pyrrhula Vulgaris and Goldfinch, Carduelis Elegans (colour litho)
2775791 Bullfinch, Pyrrhula Vulgaris and Goldfinch, Carduelis Elegans (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bullfinch, Pyrrhula Vulgaris and Goldfinch)

Bullocks Oriole, Baltimore Oriole, Mexican Goldfinch and Varied Thrush, 1838

Yellow Bird or American Goldfinch, 1828. Creator: Robert Havell
Yellow Bird or American Goldfinch, 1828

Girl in Red with Flowers and a Distelfink, c. 1830. Creator: Unknown
Girl in Red with Flowers and a Distelfink, c. 1830

Madonna and Child Enthroned with Saints and Angels, and Saints Anthony Abbot... 1354
Madonna and Child Enthroned with Saints and Angels, and Saints Anthony Abbot and Venantius [entire triptych], 1354

Madonna of the Goldfinch, c. 1767 / 1770. Creator: Giovanni Battista Tiepolo
Madonna of the Goldfinch, c. 1767/1770

Virgin and Child with Saints and a Donor, 1505-1515. Creator: Boccaccio Boccaccino
Virgin and Child with Saints and a Donor, 1505-1515

Goldfinch, from the Birds of America series (N4) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands, 1888

The Holy Family with Saint Elizabeth and the infant Saint John the Baptist, holding a goldfinch on a string, ca. 1600-59

Carduelis, Chardonnet (The Goldfinch): Livre d Oyseaux (Book of Birds), 1655-1660

The Holy Family with the Infant Saint John the Baptist, ca. 1524-26. Creator: Perino del Vaga
The Holy Family with the Infant Saint John the Baptist, ca. 1524-26

Goldfinch - Cardue lis el egans, c1910, (1910). Artist: George James Rankin
Goldfinch - Cardue lis el egans, c1910, (1910). From Britains Birds and Their Nests, by A. Landsborough Thomson. [The Waverley Book Company, Limited, W. & R

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"Carduelis Elegans: A Timeless Symbol of Beauty and Grace" Step into the world of art and nature as we explore the captivating beauty of Carduelis Elegans, commonly known as the Goldfinch. This enchanting bird has been a muse for artists throughout history, inspiring masterpieces that have stood the test of time. In 1863, John Gould immortalized this delicate creature in his stunning illustrations. His intricate details captured every feather with precision and grace. Just like Gould, Carlo Crivelli depicted the Goldfinch in his Madonna and Child painting from around 1480. The vibrant colors surrounding them symbolize purity and innocence. Travel back to the 14th century when Lorenzo Veneziano painted "Madonna and Child Enthroned with Two Donors. " Amongst saints and angels, a Goldfinch perches on a branch nearby – an emblematic representation of Christ's Passion. Another unknown artist showcased their talent in "Virgin and Child" from 1460/70, where a Goldfinch adds an element of serenity to this timeless masterpiece. Not limited to paintings alone, lithographs also celebrated these birds' splendor. In one such litho titled "Bullfinch, Pyrrhula Vulgaris and Goldfinch, " both species are portrayed side by side in all their colorful glory. Similarly, Robert Havell's exquisite illustration captures the Yellow Bird or American Goldfinch's elegance dating back to 1828. The allure extends beyond traditional artwork; it even found its way onto cigarette cards produced by Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands during their Birds of America series (N4). These collectible cards brought joy to many enthusiasts who appreciated both avian beauty and tobacco products. Artists often incorporated symbolism into their works through various elements like flowers or animals called Distelfinks - German for Goldfinch.