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Long Legged Collection

"Graceful and Majestic: The Long-Legged Wonders of the Animal Kingdom" In the vast grasslands, a group of Eastern Grey Kangaroos peacefully graze

Background imageLong Legged Collection: Long-legged buzzard and his prey

Long-legged buzzard and his prey
Doron Margulies

Background imageLong Legged Collection: Page 434. The Bitern, or a Mire drum, 1810-17 (w / c & manuscript text)

Page 434. The Bitern, or a Mire drum, 1810-17 (w / c & manuscript text)
5670224 Page 434. The Bitern, or a Mire drum, 1810-17 (w/c & manuscript text) by Digby, Kenelm Henry (1800-80); 39.6x25.2x5.4 cm; Mitchell Library

Background imageLong Legged Collection: Page 312. The Heron, 1810-17 (w / c & manuscript text)

Page 312. The Heron, 1810-17 (w / c & manuscript text)
5670151 Page 312. The Heron, 1810-17 (w/c & manuscript text) by Digby, Kenelm Henry (1800-80); 39.6x25.2x5.4 cm; Mitchell Library

Background imageLong Legged Collection: Page 88. The Common Crane, 1810-17 (w / c & manuscript text)

Page 88. The Common Crane, 1810-17 (w / c & manuscript text)
5670033 Page 88. The Common Crane, 1810-17 (w/c & manuscript text) by Digby, Kenelm Henry (1800-80); 39.6x25.2x5.4 cm; Mitchell Library

Background imageLong Legged Collection: Great Egret, Casmerodius Albus, from 'The Birds of America'by John J

Great Egret, Casmerodius Albus, from "The Birds of America"by John J
4071373 Great Egret, Casmerodius Albus, from " The Birds of America" by John J. Audubon, pub. 1827-38 (hand coloured engraving) by Audubon

Background imageLong Legged Collection: Scraps and Sketches; Nobody Made Fun of, pub. 1831 (hand coloured engraving)

Scraps and Sketches; Nobody Made Fun of, pub. 1831 (hand coloured engraving)
2909745 Scraps and Sketches; Nobody Made Fun of, pub. 1831 (hand coloured engraving) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Background imageLong Legged Collection: The Jerboa, illustration from The New Natural History

The Jerboa, illustration from The New Natural History
IL281019 The Jerboa, illustration from The New Natural History, by John Arthur Thompson (1861-1933), published by G.P. Putnams Sons, 1926 (colour litho) by Reynolds

Background imageLong Legged Collection: Antique Print of a Crane, 1859 (engraving)

Antique Print of a Crane, 1859 (engraving)
3035714 Antique Print of a Crane, 1859 (engraving) by Scottish School, (19th century); (add.info.: Antique print of a crane from the illustrated book The Natural History of Animals; hand-colored)

Background imageLong Legged Collection: Long Legged Buzzard, illustration from A History of the Birds of Europe Not Observed in

Long Legged Buzzard, illustration from A History of the Birds of Europe Not Observed in the British Isles by Charles
LLM339110 Long Legged Buzzard, illustration from A History of the Birds of Europe Not Observed in the British Isles by Charles Robert Bree (1811-86), published 1867 (colour litho) by English School

Background imageLong Legged Collection: A Spoonbill standing on a rock at London Zoo in September 1927 (b / w photo)

A Spoonbill standing on a rock at London Zoo in September 1927 (b / w photo)
3601557 A Spoonbill standing on a rock at London Zoo in September 1927 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942); Zoological Society of London; eZoological Society of London; British

Background imageLong Legged Collection: Curtis British Entomology Plate 312

Curtis British Entomology Plate 312
Lepidoptera: Scopula longipedalis = Dolicharthria punctalis (Long-legged China-mark) [Plant: Cirsium palustre (Cnicus palustris, Marsh Thistle)] Date: 1824-39

Background imageLong Legged Collection: Plate 774. Adjutant; Walking, 1885 (collotype on paper)

Plate 774. Adjutant; Walking, 1885 (collotype on paper)
3950750 Plate 774. Adjutant; Walking, 1885 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 24.8x31.6 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA

Background imageLong Legged Collection: 'There was an Old Man of Coblenz, the length of whose legs was immense', from A Book of Nonsense

"There was an Old Man of Coblenz, the length of whose legs was immense", from A Book of Nonsense
LLM386667 " There was an Old Man of Coblenz, the length of whose legs was immense", from A Book of Nonsense, published by Frederick Warne and Co

Background imageLong Legged Collection: Stork standing in water, Christmas Card (chromolitho)

Stork standing in water, Christmas Card (chromolitho)
731298 Stork standing in water, Christmas Card (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Stork standing in water)

Background imageLong Legged Collection: Jerboa No. 4 (w / c over graphite on paper)

Jerboa No. 4 (w / c over graphite on paper)
XYC289249 Jerboa No. 4 (w/c over graphite on paper) by Bruce, James (Abyssinian Bruce) (1730-94); Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection, USA; British, out of copyright

Background imageLong Legged Collection: Least Bittern, Ixobrychus Exilis, from 'The Birds of America'by John J

Least Bittern, Ixobrychus Exilis, from "The Birds of America"by John J
4071378 Least Bittern, Ixobrychus Exilis, from " The Birds of America" by John J. Audubon, pub. 1827-38 (and coloured engraving) by Audubon

Background imageLong Legged Collection: American Bittern, Botaurus Lentiginosus, from 'The Birds of America'by John J

American Bittern, Botaurus Lentiginosus, from "The Birds of America"by John J
4071351 American Bittern, Botaurus Lentiginosus, from " The Birds of America" by John J. Audubon, pub. 1827-38 (hand coloured engraving) by Audubon

Background imageLong Legged Collection: Hooping Crane, Grus Americana, from 'The Birds of America'by John J

Hooping Crane, Grus Americana, from "The Birds of America"by John J
4071380 Hooping Crane, Grus Americana, from " The Birds of America" by John J. Audubon, pub. 1827-38 (hand coloured engraving) by Audubon

Background imageLong Legged Collection: Roseate Spoonbill (Platalea ajaja) preening Viera Wetlands, Brevard County, Florida

Roseate Spoonbill (Platalea ajaja) preening Viera Wetlands, Brevard County, Florida

Background imageLong Legged Collection: Least Bittern, Ixobrychus Exilis, 1845

Least Bittern, Ixobrychus Exilis, 1845
Least Bittern, Ixobrychus Exilis. From The Birds of America by John J. Audubon. Pub. 1827-1838 (colour lithograph)

Background imageLong Legged Collection: American Bittern, Botaurus Lentiginosus, 1845

American Bittern, Botaurus Lentiginosus, 1845
American Bittern, Botaurus Lentiginosus. From The Birds of America by John J. Audubon. Pub. 1827-1838 (colour lithograph)

Background imageLong Legged Collection: Hooping Crane, Grus Americana, 1845

Hooping Crane, Grus Americana, 1845
Hooping Crane, Grus Americana. From The Birds of America by John J. Audubon. Pub. 1827-1838 (colour lithograph)

Background imageLong Legged Collection: Great Egret, Casmerodius Albus, 1845

Great Egret, Casmerodius Albus, 1845
Great Egret, Casmerodius Albus. From The Birds of America by John J. Audubon. Pub. 1827-1838 (colour lithograph)

Background imageLong Legged Collection: Two Cranes, a colour woodcut by Japanese artist Ohara Koson, 1877 - 1945

Two Cranes, a colour woodcut by Japanese artist Ohara Koson, 1877 - 1945

Background imageLong Legged Collection: Burrowing Owl

Burrowing Owl (Athene cunicularia) perched on Cholla cactus (Cylindropuntia) skeleton; Casa Grande, Arizona, United States of America

Background imageLong Legged Collection: Eastern Grey Kangaroo or Forester Kangaroo (Macropus giganteus), group grazing

Eastern Grey Kangaroo or Forester Kangaroo (Macropus giganteus), group grazing

Background imageLong Legged Collection: Ethiopian Wolf (Canis simensis) mother bringing prey, a rodent, to the begging and eating pups

Ethiopian Wolf (Canis simensis) mother bringing prey, a rodent, to the begging and eating pups
Ethiopian Wolf (Canis simensis), Bale Mountains National Park, Ethiopia

Background imageLong Legged Collection: Ethiopian Wolf (Canis simensis) pups, litter playing with mother near their den in

Ethiopian Wolf (Canis simensis) pups, litter playing with mother near their den in
Ethiopian Wolf (Canis simensis), Bale Mountains National Park, Ethiopia

Background imageLong Legged Collection: Oestliches graues Riesenkaenguru (Macropus giganteus), die zweitgroesste Beuteltierart

Oestliches graues Riesenkaenguru (Macropus giganteus), die zweitgroesste Beuteltierart
Eastern Grey Kangaroo (Macropus giganteus), Australia

Background imageLong Legged Collection: Eastern grey kangaroo (Macropus giganteus), Australia

Eastern grey kangaroo (Macropus giganteus), Australia

Background imageLong Legged Collection: Emu (Dromaius novaehollandiae). The Emu is quite common in Australia and is also

Emu (Dromaius novaehollandiae). The Emu is quite common in Australia and is also
Emu (Dromaius novaehollandiae), Victoria, Australia



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"Graceful and Majestic: The Long-Legged Wonders of the Animal Kingdom" In the vast grasslands, a group of Eastern Grey Kangaroos peacefully graze, their long legs propelling them effortlessly across the terrain. These magnificent creatures, also known as Forester Kangaroos, showcase their agility and elegance as they bound through the landscape. Meanwhile, in the Ethiopian highlands, an Ethiopian Wolf mother brings a prey to her eagerly waiting pups. With their slender limbs and nimble movements, these long-legged canines demonstrate their hunting prowess while nurturing their young. High above in the sky, a Long-Legged Buzzard soars with grace and precision. Its keen eyesight spots its prey from afar before diving down swiftly to capture its meal. This majestic bird exemplifies both power and poise with its impressive wingspan and elongated legs. Turning our attention to artistry, we delve into historical manuscripts adorned with beautiful illustrations. On page 434 lies "The Bitern, " an enchanting depiction of this long-legged wading bird immersed in a mire drum scene from 1810-17. The delicate watercolors bring forth intricate details that captivate any observer's imagination. Flipping to page 312 reveals another masterpiece – "The Heron. " Painted during the same period using watercolors and manuscript text techniques; it showcases this elegant avian species standing tall on one leg by tranquil waters—a testament to nature's harmony captured on paper. Traveling back even further in time on page 88 is "The Common Crane" illustration from 1810-17. This artwork portrays these regal birds amidst lush surroundings while highlighting their remarkable stature enhanced by meticulously crafted colors and handwritten notes. Venturing beyond paintings into prints from renowned works like John J. 's "The Birds of America, " we encounter the Great Egret or Casmerodius Albus gracefully depicted within its natural habitat.