Peewit Collection

Lapwing or Peewit - Vnel lus vulga ris, c1910, (1910). Artist: George James Rankin
Lapwing or Peewit - Vnel lus vulga ris, c1910, (1910). From Britains Birds and Their Nests, by A. Landsborough Thomson. [The Waverley Book Company, Limited, W. & R

Lying dead lapwing, 1827. Creator: Jean Bernard
Lying dead lapwing, 1827

A Yellow-wattled Lapwing, 1720-1792. Creator: Aert Schouman
A Yellow-wattled Lapwing, 1720-1792

Small flock of Lapwings (Vanellus vanellus) flying in to rest after migration. Cresswell Pond, Druridge Bay, Northumberland, England, UK, September

Lapwing (Vanellus vanellus) portrait in upland hay meadow, Upper Teesdale, CO Durham, England, UK, June

Lapwing (Vanellus vanellus) Titchwell RSPB Reserve, Norfolk, England, UK. November

Lapwing (Vanellus vanellus), Skomer, Wales, UK. April

Northern Lapwing (colour litho)
3121115 Northern Lapwing (colour litho) by Wright, Magnus (1805-68), Ferdinand (1822-1906) & Wilhelm von (1810-87); (add.info.: Svenska Faglar efter Naturen och pa sten ritade)

Female and Male Lapwing (colour engraving)
CHT224123 Female and Male Lapwing (colour engraving) by Travies, Edouard (1809-1876); Private Collection; eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright

Scout Patrol signs, 1929 (colour litho)
498710 Scout Patrol signs, 1929 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scout Patrols are named after different birds and animals)

Tame peewit relaxing by the fire with pet cat and dog in a house in winter
6337394 Tame peewit relaxing by the fire with pet cat and dog in a house in winter by English School, (19th century); (add.info)

Page 50. Magpie-lark. Corvus cyanoleucos (w / c on paper)
5670940 Page 50. Magpie-lark. Corvus cyanoleucos (w/c on paper) by Unknown artist, (18th century); Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales; (add.info.: Volume 04: Zoology of N)

Spur-winged Lapwing, 1864 (colour litho)
998993 Spur-winged Lapwing, 1864 (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Bilder-Atlas zur wissenschaftlich-populAaren Naturgeschichte der VAogel in ihren)

Northern lapwing (Vanellus vanellus) flock flying past houses of west London. London, UK. February

Vanneaux et Sarcelles, 1862. Creator: Felix Bracquemond
Vanneaux et Sarcelles, 1862. [Lapwing and teal]

Vanellus, Vanneau (The Lapwing): Livre d Oyseaux (Book of Birds), 1655-1660

Lapwing and Young, 1865, (1942). Creator: John Gould
Lapwing and Young, 1865, (1942). Female and chicks of the plover family, from " Birds of Britain" by John Gould. Published in " The Birds of Britain, by James Fisher

Lapwing (Vanellus vanellus), Skomer, Wales, UK. April 2011

Lapwing, (Vanellus vanellus), c1850, (1856). From Bible Natural History: containing a Description of Quadrupeds, Birds, Trees, Plants, Insects, Etc, Mentioned in the Holy Scriptures

Lapwing (Vanellus cristacus), 1900, (1900). Artist: Charles Whymper
Lapwing (Vanellus cristacus), 1900, (1900). From The Game Birds and Wild Fowl of The British Islands, by Charles Dixon, illustrated by Charles Whymper. [Pawson & Brailsford, Sheffield, 1900]

Common Pratincole (Glareola pratincola), Sociable Lapwing (Vanellus gregarius), 1900, (1900). Artist: Charles Whymper
Common Pratincole (Glareola pratincola), Sociable Lapwing (Vanellus gregarius), 1900, (1900). From The Game Birds and Wild Fowl of The British Islands, by Charles Dixon

Lapwing Vanellus vanellus Norfolk spring

Lapwing Vanellus vanellus Salthouse Norfolk March

Still Life, 1732 (oil on canvas)
XIR430475 Still Life, 1732 (oil on canvas) by Chardin, Jean-Baptiste Simeon (1699-1779); 58.5 x 49.5 cm; Musee de la Chartreuse, Douai, France; (add.info.: Nature Morte; ); French, out of copyright

A Lapwing (w / c on vellum)
XIR239996 A Lapwing (w/c on vellum) by Robert, Nicolas (1614-85); Bibliotheque du Museum d Histoire Naturelle, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

Lapwing -vanellus vanellus-, Burgenland, Austria, Europe

Crowned plover -Vanellus coronatus-, Etosha National Park, Namibia, Africa

Blacksmith plover -Vanellus armatus-, Etosha National Park, Namibia, Africa

Northern Lapwing, Peewit or Green Plover -Vanellus vanellus-, chick standing on the beach, Apetlon, Lake Neusiedl, Burgenland, Austria, Europe

Northern Lapwing -Vanellus vanellus-, chick, Seewinkel, Burgenland, Austria

Northern Lapwing -Vanellus vanellus- in breeding plumage, Seewinkel, Burgenland, Austria

Picture No. 11067415
Lapwing / Peewit. Highland Wildlife Park, Kincraig, Inverness, Scotland. Date:

Lapwing calling, adult summer plumage. Deepdale Marsh Norfolk

Lapwing flock on autumn migration

winter flock of lapwings and golden plovers, at Brancaster North Norfolk

Winter flock of Lapwings and a few Brent Geese flying over marsh, Brancaster North Norfolk

Winter flock of Lapwings flying over marsh with woodland background, Brancaster North Norfolk

Winter flock of Lapwings flying over marsh, Brancaster North Norfolk

Northern Lapwing - nest with chicks and eggs
ME-2227 Northern Lapwing - nest with chicks and eggs Vanellus vanellus Johan De Meester Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Northern Lapwing - chick
ME-2228 Northern Lapwing - chick Vanellus vanellus Johan De Meester Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Lapwing / Peewit / Green Plover - feeding in meadow - North Wales UK 12005
BB-2298 Lapwing / Peewit / Green Plover - feeding in meadow North Wales UK Vanellus vanellus Brian Bevan Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Lapwing / Peewit / Green Plover - in flight - Bedfordshire UK - digitally altered 12019
BB-2303-M Lapwing / Peewit / Green Plover - in flight Bedfordshire UK Vanellus vanellus Brian Bevan Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Lapwing / Peewit / Green Plover - near nest in meadow - North Wales UK 12005
BB-2297 Lapwing / Peewit / Green Plover - near nest in meadow North Wales UK Vanellus vanellus Brian Bevan Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Lapwing (Peewit) Morris
Lapwing or peewit (Vanellus vanellus)

Lapwing - single adult standing on grassy mound. Scotland, UK
DK-181 Lapwing - single adult standing on grassy mound Cairngorm National Park, Highlands, Scotland, UK. Vanellus vanellus David Kilbey Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Lapwing (Vanellus vanellus) flock flying. UK
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Lapwing / Peewit / Green plover – in pool showing reflection Norfolk UK
BB-941 Lapwing / Peewit / Green plover - in pool showing reflection Norfolk UK Vanellus vanellus Brian Bevan Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Lapwing / Peewit / Green Plover North Wales UK 005492
BB-1464 Lapwing / Peewit / Green Plover North Wales UK Vanellus vanellus Brian Bevan Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

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"Peewit: The Graceful Lapwing in Art and Nature" Discover the enchanting world of the lapwing, also known as peewit, through captivating artwork and breathtaking encounters with these magnificent birds. In George James Rankin's c1910 masterpiece "Lapwing or Peewit, " we are transported to a time when these creatures were celebrated for their beauty. Their vibrant plumage and distinctive crest come alive on canvas, reminding us of their timeless allure. Witness a small flock of lapwings gracefully swooping down to rest after an arduous migration at Cresswell Pond. Against a backdrop of serene waters, their synchronized flight patterns create an awe-inspiring spectacle that leaves us in awe of nature's wonders. A portrait captures the essence of a single lapwing amidst an upland hay meadow in Upper Teesdale, CO Durham. Its piercing eyes seem to hold ancient wisdom as it stands proudly against the picturesque landscape. At Titchwell RSPB Reserve in Norfolk, England, UK, November brings about another mesmerizing sight - lapwings gathering together before embarking on their next journey. Their presence is a testament to resilience and unity within the avian community. Venturing further west to Skomer Island in Wales during April reveals yet another chapter in this bird's story. Here they find solace among rugged cliffs and wild seas - a reminder that even amidst harsh conditions, beauty can thrive. Delve into history with vintage lithographs showcasing Northern Lapwings captured forever on paper. These prints transport us back to bygone eras when art was used not only for aesthetic pleasure but also for scientific documentation. The diversity within this species is highlighted through intricate engravings depicting both female and male lapwings side by side. Such attention to detail allows us to appreciate the subtle nuances between genders while celebrating equality amongst all living beings.