Edward Donovan Collection

Pharmacophagus antenor, giant swallowtail
Giant swallowtail butterfly and the common rose (Pachliopta aristolochiae). Plate 15 from Insects of India by Edward Donovan (1768-1837)

Greater weever, Trachinus draco (Greater weaver or sting-bull, Trachinus major)
FLO4613879 Greater weever, Trachinus draco (Greater weaver or sting-bull, Trachinus major). Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his Natural History of British Fishes

Morpho rhetenor, blue morpho butterfly
Illustrative plate of a blue morpho butterfly from Insects of China by Edward Donovan (1768-1837)

Boltons Dragon-fly (Libellula boltonii), 1807 (hand coloured engraving)
986301 Boltons Dragon-fly (Libellula boltonii), 1807 (hand coloured engraving) by Donovan, Edward (1768-1837); Private Collection; (add.info.: Boltons Dragon-fly (Libellula boltonii). Plate 430, Vol

The Wolf by Edward Donovan
The Wolf, in Edward Donovans The Natural History of British Quadrupeds Volume 1. Held in the Library and Archives

Ptarmigan grouse or white game, Lagopus lagopus
6338347 Ptarmigan grouse or white game, Lagopus lagopus by Donovan, Edward (1768-1837); (add.info.: Ptarmigan grouse or white game, Lagopus lagopus. Ptarmigan)

Bar-tailed godwit, Limosa lapponica
6338293 Bar-tailed godwit, Limosa lapponica by Donovan, Edward (1768-1837); (add.info.: Bar-tailed godwit, Limosa lapponica. Godwit)

Eurasian dotterel, Charadrius morinellus
6338271 Eurasian dotterel, Charadrius morinellus by Donovan, Edward (1768-1837); (add.info.: Eurasian dotterel, Charadrius morinellus. Ring-dotterel)

Water rail, Rallus aquaticus
6338269 Water rail, Rallus aquaticus by Donovan, Edward (1768-1837); (add.info.: Water rail, Rallus aquaticus.Handcoloured woodblock engraving after an illustration by Edward Donovan from The Natural)

Foolish guillemot, Uria aalge
6338237 Foolish guillemot, Uria aalge by Donovan, Edward (1768-1837); (add.info.: Foolish guillemot, Uria aalge. Guillemot)

Garganey, Spatula querquedula, small dabbling duck
6338219 Garganey, Spatula querquedula, small dabbling duck by Donovan, Edward (1768-1837); (add.info.: Garganey, Spatula querquedula, small dabbling duck)

Ringed plover, Charadrius hiaticula
6338204 Ringed plover, Charadrius hiaticula by Donovan, Edward (1768-1837); (add.info.: Ringed plover, Charadrius hiaticula. Ringed-plover)

Hawfinch, Coccothraustes coccothraustes
6338192 Hawfinch, Coccothraustes coccothraustes by Donovan, Edward (1768-1837); (add.info.: Hawfinch, Coccothraustes coccothraustes. Grosbeak)

Eurasian tree sparrow, Passer montanus, and brambling, Fringilla montifringilla
6338176 Eurasian tree sparrow, Passer montanus, and brambling, Fringilla montifringilla by Donovan, Edward (1768-1837); (add.info.: Eurasian tree sparrow, Passer montanus, and brambling)

Spotted nutcracker, Nucifraga caryocatactes
6338078 Spotted nutcracker, Nucifraga caryocatactes by Donovan, Edward (1768-1837); (add.info.: Spotted nutcracker, Nucifraga caryocatactes. Nutcracker)

Garrulous roller or European roller, Coracias garrulus
6338033 Garrulous roller or European roller, Coracias garrulus by Donovan, Edward (1768-1837); (add.info.: Garrulous roller or European roller, Coracias garrulus. Roller)

Opah or king fish, Lampris guttatus (Zeus luna). Handcoloured copperplate drawn
FLO4614644 Opah or king fish, Lampris guttatus (Zeus luna). Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his Natural History of British Fishes, Donovan and F.C. and J

Brown trout, Salmo trutta (Sewen, Salmo cambricus). Handcoloured copperplate drawn
FLO4614606 Brown trout, Salmo trutta (Sewen, Salmo cambricus). Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his Natural History of British Fishes, Donovan and F.C. and J

Mediterranean sand smelt or European atherine, Atherina hepsetus. Handcoloured copperplate drawn
FLO4614555 Mediterranean sand smelt or European atherine, Atherina hepsetus. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his Natural History of British Fishes, Donovan and F.C

European or common sturgeon. Critically endangered. Handcoloured copperplate drawn
FLO4614384 European or common sturgeon. Critically endangered. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his Natural History of British Fishes, Donovan and F.C. and J

Longspine snipefish, Macroramphosus scolopax (Snipe or trumpet fish, Centriscus scolopax)
FLO4614379 Longspine snipefish, Macroramphosus scolopax (Snipe or trumpet fish, Centriscus scolopax). Handcoloured copperplate drawn

Sargassum pipefish or pelagic pipefish. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his Natural
FLO4614344 Sargassum pipefish or pelagic pipefish. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his Natural History of British Fishes, Donovan and F.C. and J

River lamprey, Lampetra fluviatilis (Lampern or lesser lamprey, Petromyzon fluviatilis)
FLO4614318 River lamprey, Lampetra fluviatilis (Lampern or lesser lamprey, Petromyzon fluviatilis). Handcoloured copperplate drawn

Megrim or whiff, Lepidorhombus whiffiagonis (Pleuronectes megastoma). Handcoloured copperplate drawn
FLO4614304 Megrim or whiff, Lepidorhombus whiffiagonis (Pleuronectes megastoma). Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his Natural History of British Fishes

Atlantic bluefin tuna, Thunnus thynnus (endangered). Tunny, Scomber thynnus
FLO4614285 Atlantic bluefin tuna, Thunnus thynnus (endangered). Tunny, Scomber thynnus. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his Natural History of British Fishes

Sand goby, Pomatoschistus minutus (Spotted goby, Gobius minutus). Handcoloured copperplate drawn
FLO4614218 Sand goby, Pomatoschistus minutus (Spotted goby, Gobius minutus). Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his Natural History of British Fishes, Donovan and F.C

Ninespine stickleback, Pungitius pungitius (Lesser or ten-spined stickleback, Gasterosteus pungitius)
FLO4614180 Ninespine stickleback, Pungitius pungitius (Lesser or ten-spined stickleback, Gasterosteus pungitius). Handcoloured copperplate drawn

Small sandeel, sand launce or sand eel, Ammodytes tobianus. Handcoloured copperplate drawn
FLO4614162 Small sandeel, sand launce or sand eel, Ammodytes tobianus. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his Natural History of British Fishes, Donovan and F.C

Grey gurnard, Eutrigla gurnardus (Trigla gurnardus). Handcoloured copperplate drawn
FLO4614140 Grey gurnard, Eutrigla gurnardus (Trigla gurnardus). Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his Natural History of British Fishes, Donovan and F.C. and J

Atlantic horse mackerel, Trachurus trachurus (Scad, Scomber trachurus). Handcoloured copperplate drawn
FLO4614136 Atlantic horse mackerel, Trachurus trachurus (Scad, Scomber trachurus). Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his Natural History of British Fishes

Rock gunnel, Pholis gunnellus (Spotted blenny or butter fish, Blennius gunnellus)
FLO4614119 Rock gunnel, Pholis gunnellus (Spotted blenny or butter fish, Blennius gunnellus). Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his Natural History of British Fishes

Pouting, Trisopterus luscus (Bib, Gadus luscus). Handcoloured copperplate drawn
FLO4614053 Pouting, Trisopterus luscus (Bib, Gadus luscus). Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his Natural History of British Fishes, Donovan and F.C. and J

Hooknose, Agonus cataphractus (Pogge or armed bull-head, Cottus cataphractus)
FLO4614028 Hooknose, Agonus cataphractus (Pogge or armed bull-head, Cottus cataphractus). Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his Natural History of British Fishes

Conger eel, Muraena conger. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his Natural History of
FLO4613982 Conger eel, Muraena conger. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his Natural History of British Fishes, Donovan and F.C. and J. Rivington, London, 1802-1808

Thorny skate, Amblyraja radiata (Starry ray, Raja radiata). Vulnerable. Handcoloured copperplate drawn
FLO4613941 Thorny skate, Amblyraja radiata (Starry ray, Raja radiata). Vulnerable. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his Natural History of British Fishes

Rabbitfish or sea monster, Chimaera monstrosa. Near threatened. Handcoloured copperplate drawn
FLO4613934 Rabbitfish or sea monster, Chimaera monstrosa. Near threatened. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his Natural History of British Fishes, Donovan and F.C

Three-spined stickleback, Gasterosteus aculeatus. Handcoloured copperplate drawn
FLO4613920 Three-spined stickleback, Gasterosteus aculeatus. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his Natural History of British Fishes, Donovan and F.C. and J

Wild common carp, Cyprinus carpio. Vulnerable. Handcoloured copperplate drawn
FLO4613908 Wild common carp, Cyprinus carpio. Vulnerable. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his Natural History of British Fishes, Donovan and F.C. and J

Northern pike, Esox lucius. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his Natural History of
FLO4613889 Northern pike, Esox lucius. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his Natural History of British Fishes, Donovan and F.C. and J. Rivington, London, 1802-1808

Brown skate or mirror ray, Raja miraletus. Handcoloured copperplate drawn
FLO4613846 Brown skate or mirror ray, Raja miraletus. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his Natural History of British Fishes, Donovan and F.C. and J

Two Primates on a Tree, 1823 (hand-coloured engraving, on woven paper)
985764 Two Primates on a Tree, 1823 (hand-coloured engraving, on woven paper) by Donovan, Edward (1768-1837) (after); 24.9x15.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Two Primates on a Tree)

Eared grebe or horned grebe, adult, Podiceps auritus
6338244 Eared grebe or horned grebe, adult, Podiceps auritus by Donovan, Edward (1768-1837); (add.info.: Eared grebe or horned grebe, adult, Podiceps auritus. Adult with orange tufts behind eyes)

Shelduck, Tadorna tadorna, and long-tailed duck, Clangula hyemalis
6338225 Shelduck, Tadorna tadorna, and long-tailed duck, Clangula hyemalis by Donovan, Edward (1768-1837); (add.info.: Shelduck, Tadorna tadorna, and long-tailed duck, Clangula hyemalis)

Robin redbreast, Erithacus rubecula, and nightingale, Luscinia megarhynchos
6338165 Robin redbreast, Erithacus rubecula, and nightingale, Luscinia megarhynchos by Donovan, Edward (1768-1837); (add.info.: Robin redbreast, Erithacus rubecula, and nightingale)

Goldcrest, Regulus regulus, and willow warbler, Phylloscopus trochilus
6338151 Goldcrest, Regulus regulus, and willow warbler, Phylloscopus trochilus by Donovan, Edward (1768-1837); (add.info.: Goldcrest, Regulus regulus, and willow warbler, Phylloscopus trochilus)

Stonechat, Saxicola rubicola
6338145 Stonechat, Saxicola rubicola by Donovan, Edward (1768-1837); (add.info.: Stonechat, Saxicola rubicola. Handcoloured woodblock engraving after an illustration by Edward Donovan from The)

Red crossbill, Loxia curvirostra
6338065 Red crossbill, Loxia curvirostra by Donovan, Edward (1768-1837); (add.info.: Red crossbill, Loxia curvirostra. Crossbill)

Rosy starling, Pastor roseus, and Atlantic puffin, Fratercula arctica
6338063 Rosy starling, Pastor roseus, and Atlantic puffin, Fratercula arctica by Donovan, Edward (1768-1837); (add.info.: Rosy starling, Pastor roseus, and Atlantic puffin, Fratercula arctica)

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Edward Donovan was a renowned naturalist and artist, known for his exquisite illustrations of various species. His attention to detail is evident in his handcoloured copperplate drawings, such as the one depicting the Greater weever or sting-bull, Trachinus draco. With precision and artistry, Donovan captured the beauty of this venomous fish. In another captivating artwork titled "Pharmacophagus antenor, " Donovan showcases the majestic giant swallowtail butterfly. The vibrant colors and intricate patterns on its wings are brought to life through his skillful hand-colouring technique. Donovan's talent extended beyond aquatic creatures and insects. In "The Wolf, " he portrays this formidable predator with remarkable accuracy, capturing its fierce gaze and powerful presence. His love for nature is further exemplified in his portrayal of Boltons Dragon-fly (Libellula boltonii). This delicate creature is delicately rendered in stunning hues, showcasing both its fragility and grace. Moving from insects to birds, Donovan's illustrations include Ptarmigan grouse or white game (Lagopus lagopus), Bar-tailed godwit (Limosa lapponica), Eurasian dotterel (Charadrius morinellus), Water rail (Rallus aquaticus), Foolish guillemot (Uria aalge), Garganey duck (Spatula querquedula) and Ringed plover (Charadrius hiaticula). Each bird is meticulously depicted with meticulous attention to detail - their feathers beautifully textured and their unique characteristics faithfully portrayed. Edward Donovan's Natural History of British Fishes stands as a testament to his passion for wildlife illustration. Through his artistry, he invites us into the enchanting world of these creatures – whether they swim beneath the waves or soar through the skies – reminding us of nature's boundless wonders that surround us every day.