Handcoloured Collection

Common marmoset, Callithrix jacchus. Ouistiti or striated monkey. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by J. Pass after an illustration by George Edwards from Ebenezer Sibly's Universal System of

Extinct fossil Nautilus triangularis 1, bellybutton nautilus, Nautilus macromphalus 2, Nautilus bisiphites 3, massive Orbulites shell 4

Silver salmon, Salmo salar, Salmo hamatus, and common carp, Cyprinus carpio, vulnerable. Handcolored engraving by Fournier after an illustration by Oudart from Charles d'Orbigny's

Meadow brown butterfly, Maniola jurtina, wood lady or orange tip, Anthocharis cardamines, and grizzled skipper, Pyrgus alveolus

Dodo, Raphus cucullatus, extinct flightless bird (formerly Didus ineptus). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by an unknown artist from William Smellie's Natural History, Thomas Kelly, London

Pink German centifolia rose, Rosa centifolia germanica, and white unique rose, Rosa unica. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from an illustration drawn from nature by Stark from Bertuch's

Jaguar, Panthera onca (Felis onca). Handcoloured steel engraving by Joseph Kidd after an illustration by Alexander Forbes from William Rhind's The Miscellany of Natural History: Feline Species

Pale narcissus or primrose peerless, Narcissus biflorus. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from a drawing by James Sowerby for Smith's "English Botany, " London, 1795

Common pheasant, Phasianus colchicus (Phasianus torquatus). Handcoloured lithograph from Georg Friedrich Treitschke's Gallery of Natural History, Naturhistorischer Bildersaal des Thierreiches

Common ostrich, Struthio camelus. Ostrich. Handcoloured woodblock engraving from The Natural History of Birds, published by Brightly and Childs, Bungay, Suffolk, 1815

Rhesus macaque, Macaca mulatta (Simia rhesus), and detail of its distinctive tail. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by J

Mandrill, Mandrillus sphinx, female. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by John Pass after an illustration by Johann Jakob Ihle from Ebenezer Sibly's Universal System of Natural History, London

Hand colored botanical engraving Pulsatilla vulgaris (pasque flower, pasqueflower)

French gentleman in top hat, long coat with horizontal pockets, boots. Redingote a poches horizontales. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Pierre-Charles Baquoy after a fashion plate by Horace

French woman wearing the fashion of December 1790 French woman wearing the fashion of December 1790. She wears a liberty cap, full wig, striped bodice over full petticoat, and holds a large fur muff

Young girls playing croquet, WWI. They wear short pinafore dresses, cloche caps, ankle socks and shoes. One in a short carrick cape or coachman's coat

French woman wearing the fashion of July 1792. She wears a bonnet with ribbons and bows, wig, fichu (neckerchief), fitted bodice dress with ribbon hem

Fashionable woman in an ankle-length cerise dress with lace collar, embroidered panels, matching sash. Handcoloured lithograph by Fattorini & Crespin after a fashion plate by GR from Alain

French woman wearing the fashion of March 1792 French woman wearing the fashion of March 1792. She wears a bonnet with a cockade of feathers, full wig, large fichu (neckerchief)

French gentleman with wide-brim top hat, riding coat with velvet collar, grey American-style trousers, boots, holding a riding crop

Style dresses in taffetas. Fichu, sleeve and skirt garniture formed of flounces, edged with cered ribbon, corselet belt with back bow of contrasting taffetas 12

Two-piece suit: jacket of dark brown velvet with fur trim, chestnut satin cloth skirt. Ensemble elegant: Jaquette de velours fonce. Robe en drap satin

Fashionable women in cloche hats and fur scarves. Mink scarf with heads and tails 93a, ermine 94, 95, 96, mink 97, moleskin 99, and necktie in beaver and ermine 98

English women in the fashion of August 1796 English women in the fashion of August 1796. They wear bonnets with feathers, high-waisted dresses with shawls, parasols and fans

Young man in fashionable outfit with top hat and cane, 1912. Mise dun jeune homme. Handcoloured pochoir (stencil) etching after an illustration by Bernard Boutet de Monvel from Tommaso Antonginis

Two fashionable women on an autumn stroll in a park, WWI. One in a wool coat over green dress, holding a walking cane. One in a dress with matching tunic, purse and fur stole

French woman wearing the fashion of January 1792 French woman wearing the fashion of January 1792. She wears a straw hat with feathers, wig, fichu (neckerchief)

Woman of Seville, Spain, 19th century. She wears a ribbon tied in a bow over her ringlets, a fringed petticoat and a distinctive shawl

French gentleman with top hat and cane, riding coat lined with taffeta, striped waistcoat or gilet, trousers with foot straps. Redingote doublee de Taffetas, Pantalon a Pieds

Black-throated blue warblers, illustration Illustration of male and female black-throated blue warblers (Setophaga caerulescens, here as Sylvia caerulescens)

The high priest in his robes by John Henry Camp

Hand-coloured photograph of the promenade of Eastbourne beach, Sussex. Dated 20th century

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"Vibrant and Detailed: Exploring the World Art" Step into a world where art comes alive with vivid hues and intricate details. From the mesmerizing beauty of the Greater weever, Trachinus draco, to the refreshing citrus fruits that tantalize our taste buds, handcoloured illustrations bring nature's wonders to life. Edward Donovan's masterful copperplate engravings in his Natural History of British Fishes showcase the delicate features of the Greater weaver or sting-bull. Each stroke meticulously applied by hand, capturing every scale and fin with remarkable precision. As we delve deeper into this captivating realm, we encounter enchanting specimens like the Ghost plant or Indian pipe. Monotiopa uniflora emerges from its monochromatic existence through skilful handcolouring techniques, revealing its ethereal charm. The Orange Fruit lithograph from 1828 transports us to sun-drenched orchards where Citrus Aurantium reigns supreme. Its vibrant shades radiate warmth and evoke a longing for summer days filled with tangy delights. Moving beyond flora, Iris Germanica takes center stage in a stunning 1847 engraving. The artist's deft touch brings out each petal's unique hue as they dance gracefully against a backdrop of green foliage. Intriguingly mysterious is Jacques Charles Bar's depiction of a Knight Templar donning house habit attire. This handcoloured woodblock engraving captures both historical significance and artistic finesse in one striking image. Shifting gears to leisurely pursuits by the sea, George Barbier's pochoir etching portrays an elegant woman enjoying beachside moments while holding a crab. The carefully applied colours enhance her swimsuit ensemble as she embraces seaside serenity. Nature once again takes center stage with Tilia alba - Lime tree or linden tree - depicted in all its majesty through skilled handcolouring techniques.