Peacock Collection (page 46)

Peacock head. The peacock is the male blue peafowl (Pavo cristatus). Only the male has the iridescent blue crest and showy train of feathers (not seen), which are used in mating displays to females

Peacock feather. Close-up of a feather from a male peacock (Pavo cristatus)

Argus Pheasant feather
Argus secondary wing feathers showing ocelli. See also Fig 56. Page 143 Vol II of Charles Darwin " The Descent of Man and Selection in Relation to Sex" 1871

Peacock, historical artwork
Owl, historical artwork. 16th Century woodcut print of a peacock. Published in Histoire de la nature des oyseaux by the French naturalist Pierre Belon (1555)

Peacock Pavo cristatus displaying tail
Male peacock, Pavo cristatus, displaying his ocellated tail feathers. The peacocks tail, cumbersome and expensive to produce, required an explanation under Darwins theory of natural selection

Argus feather and Darwin illustration
Composite photograph of Argus secondary wing feather left and right Fig 56. Page 143 Vol II of Charles Darwin " The Descent of Man and Selection in Relation to Sex" 1871

Male peacock displaying
Male peacock. Computer enhanced image of a male peacock (Pavo sp.) displaying its tail feathers. The males extravagant feathers are displayed as part of its courtship ritual

JUNO SUCKLING HERCULES. By Peter Paul Rubens. Oil on wood, c1637

ARABIC PHYSICIAN. An Arabic physician watches as a boy suffering from a snakebite cures himself by eating the snake and some laurel berries

INDIA: PEACOCK. Peacock sculpture and wall painting, at Udaipur, India

MALE AND FEMALE, 1919. A scene from the film directed by Cecil B. DeMille

Programme cover for Casino des Folies, (unidentified location) Paris, 1930. Artwork by Ada Peacock. Date: 1930

North America, USA, WA, Redmond, Peacock feathers pattern

Male peacock displaying feathers for female

Beautiful peacock spreading colorful feathers

Indian Peacock with partially open feathers, Ranthambhor National Park, India

Greys peacock tail feather design

Peacock Butterfly - feeding on garden flower - Lower Saxony - Germany
USH-4875 Peacock Butterfly - feeding on garden flower Lower Saxony - Germany Inachis io Duncan Usher Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Peacock - male standing in bed of pansies - shaking tail feathers - Hessen - Germany
USH-4765 Peacock - male standing in bed of pansies - shaking tail feathers Hessen - Germany Pavo muticus Duncan Usher Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Peacock - male standing in bed of pansies - in park - Hessen - Germany
USH-4764 Peacock - male standing in bed of pansies - in park Hessen - Germany Pavo muticus Duncan Usher Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Peacock / Pea Hen - with chick
JD-3261 PEACOCK / PEAFOWL - Peahen with chick John Daniels Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

An opaque watercolour painted in Amber Rajasthan India around 1680 shows a lady feeding peacocks - associated with the musical mode Madhumadhavi Ragini

Peacock displaying

Peacock male in display India

Beattie Patent locomotive - Beyer Peacock & Co
Beattie Patent locomotive built by Beyer Peacock and company of Manchester, 1867 Date: 1867

The Peacock Girl by Veysy
Illustration showing a red-haired woman wearing a flamboyant outfit of corset, star embellished skirt and billowing sleeves, with yellow and blue striped bloomers visible underneath

Studies of peacocks

Tiger and Peacock

A Leopard catches a Peacock
A Leopard pounces on a Peacock, whose flights from its perch is not fast enough for the big cats paw. Painting by Raymond Sheppard

The Introduction by Geo. S. Dixon
An actress in a skimpy stage costume and jaunty head dress introduces herself to a theatre audience at the beginning of a show or revue

Clown with a donkey and a dog
A delightful postcard showing a clown with a decorated donkey and dog

Fable / the Peacock
THE PEACOCK The peacock is honoured by Juno with a magnificent train, and parades his beauty in front of all the other birds

Fable / Daw & Feathers
THE DAW WITH BORROWED FEATHERS The jackdaw imagined he could pass as an elegant peacock merely by dressing himself in their coloured plumes

Thomas Love Peacock / 18
THOMAS LOVE PEACOCK English novelist and poet at the age of 18

Thomas Love Peacock / 72
THOMAS LOVE PEACOCK English novelist and poet at the age of 72

Lady with Peacock Fan
The comtesse Georges de Mniszech stands by the fire holding a rigid fan made from peacocks feathers

White Peacock
WHITE PEACOCK displaying (Pavo albus ?)

Peacock Displaying
A peacock (Pavo cristatus) in 16th-century Scandinavia

Peacock and Hen
A peahen and her mate (Pavo cristatus)

Modiste / Miliner
La Modiste (a milliner) works on a hat

Family / Hamilton / 1793
A family domestic scene in Britain. The children read and play musical instruments

Full Dress 1823
Made from a poppy-colour India muslin with a wadded hem. Ornamented with sprigs of gold & gold lace. Worn with a blond lace scarf, French trimmed gloves & white satin shoes

GIRL BY FIRE / DREAMING
Dreamy girl sitting by the fire

Jupiter, Pope Crowns King
Jupiter, in peacock-chariot ensures splendid order is kept as Pope crowns King

Garden Flowers 1902
A beautiful garden scene, with humanised flowers: the Rose, of course, is Queen

Cock and Peacock
The cock & the peacock as humans

Peafowl - peacock displaying - England, UK
DK-206 Peafowl - peacock displaying Brownsea Island, Dorset, England, UK Pavo cristatus Indian Peafowl David Kilbey Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Butterfly, Peacock - resting on gravel path in garden, sun-basking, Lower Saxony, Germany
USH-4348 Butterfly, Peacock - resting on gravel path in garden, sun-basking Lower Saxony, Germany Inachis io Duncan Usher Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

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"The majestic peacock, a symbol of beauty and grace, has captivated artists and admirers throughout history. From the intricate patterns on its feathers to its elegant strut, this regal bird has inspired countless works of art and cultural references. In the world of butterflies, the Red Admiral Butterfly shares a striking resemblance to the peacock with its vibrant colors and intricate wing patterns. Just like the peacock, it is a true masterpiece of nature's design. One notable depiction of the they are be found in "The Coronation of the Shah of Iran, " where this magnificent creature was revered as a symbol of power and royalty. Its presence added an air of grandeur to such significant events. Juno, the Roman goddess known for her beauty and wisdom, chose none other than a peacock as her sacred animal companion. In "Juno and the Peacock, " we see how this stunning bird became synonymous with divine elegance. Traveling back in time to Minoan art in Crete, we discover that even ancient civilizations recognized the allure of these birds. The Prince of Lilies depicted alongside a peacock showcases their significance in representing opulence and prosperity. Even advertisements have utilized the captivating charm of peacocks. The iconic Pears Soap Advertisement featured these birds as symbols of purity and luxury – reminding us that they are not only visually stunning but also hold symbolic meaning. In theatrical performances like "Pierrot and Columbine -- Smile Please, " whimsical characters adorned themselves with feathered costumes resembling our beloved peacocks. Their colorful plumage brought joy to audiences worldwide. Let's not forget about their butterfly counterparts – Peacock Butterflies. These enchanting creatures share similar hues with their avian namesake while fluttering gracefully from one Buddleia plant blossom to another in Lower Saxony, Germany. Peacocks continue to thrive in their natural habitats around Asia, where males proudly display their vibrant plumage to attract mates.