Pigeons Collection (page 2)

The late Charles Darwin
Article on Charles Darwin (1809 - 1882) with illustrations of his statue at the Natural History Museum, the exterior of his house at Down, near Beckenham, his study and green-house

Brown Cuckoo-Dove, Macropygia phasianella.. Handcolored steel engraving by William Lizars after an illustration by Edward Lear from Prideaux John Selbys volume Pigeons in Sir William Jardines

Picture No. 10782790
Decoy birds Wood Pigeons given water to drink - Wood Pigeon hunting area (Columba palumbus) Date:

Tir Aux Pigeons (Sem)
The great thing about Le tir aux pigeons at Monte Carlo is that you can do it in your best clothes, theres no danger and no one (except the pigeons) gets hurt... Date: 1905

Jaipur, Rajastan, India - Pigeons on the street Date: circa 1905

A pair of lovebirds
Austro-Hungarian Empire souvenir tourist postcard of a pair of lovebirds

Western Front, France, 1918
Telephone and pigeon men in a shell hole. Telephone lines are broken so messages have to be sent by carrier pigeons on the Western Front in France during World War I on 25th April 1918

Victoria Crowned-Pigeon / New Guinea Wood Pigeon - Head, Papua New Guinea JPF31856
JPF-13308 Victoria Crowned-Pigeon / New Guinea Wood Pigeon Head, Papua New Guinea Goura victoria Jean-Paul Ferrero Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Wood Pigeon - flock, in flight
WAT-6765 Woodpigeon - flock, in flight Colomba palumbus M. Watson Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Victoria Crowned Pigeon Threatened. Forests of Papua New Guinea
KEL-1266 Victoria Crowned Pigeon Threatened. Forests of Papua New Guinea. Goura victoria Ken Lucas Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Wonga pigeon (Leucosarcia melanoleuca) Port Douglas, Queensland, Australia Captive specimen
AUS-767 Wonga pigeon Port Douglas, Queensland, Australia Leucosarcia melanoleuca Dr David Wachenfeld / Auscape / ardea.com Auscape Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Picture No. 12020190
Carrier Pigeon, wearing sunglasses hat and gold chain with dollar sign.. Digital manipulation Date:

The hunting of passenger pigeons
5311802 The hunting of passenger pigeons; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the hunting of passenger pigeons, an extinct species of pigeon that was endemic to North America)

History of Saint Piat and Saint Eleuthere, also called tapestry of Arras. Ordered from canon Toussaint Prier
7209579 History of Saint Piat and Saint Eleuthere, also called tapestry of Arras. Ordered from canon Toussaint Prier, chaplain of the duke of Burgundy, late 14th-early 15th century. 22m x 2m

The Doges' Palace and the Columns of St. Mark's, Venice, Italy, c.1890-c.1900
1128988 The Doges' Palace and the Columns of St. Mark's, Venice, Italy, c.1890-c.1900; Private Collection; (add.info.: Photochrom Collection, photomechanical print).

Illustration for Animal Mechanism, A Treatise on Terrestrial and Aerial Locomotion (engraving)
8667441 Illustration for Animal Mechanism, A Treatise on Terrestrial and Aerial Locomotion (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Pigeons used by Charles Darwin at Down House, near Beckenham, Kent, England, during his work on his theory of descent
530398 Pigeons used by Charles Darwin at Down House, near Beckenham, Kent, England, during his work on his theory of descent. Wood engraving, 1887.; Universal History Archive/UIG.

Pigeons and Chickens, 1934 (oil on canvas)
CH402138 Pigeons and Chickens, 1934 (oil on canvas) by Hunt, Edgar (1876-1953); 28x38 cm; Private Collection; Photo © Christie's Images.

Balloon ascent from Gare du Nord, Paris, at night, to carry dispatches out of besieged city during Franco-Prussian War
530519 Balloon ascent from Gare du Nord, Paris, at night, to carry dispatches out of besieged city during Franco-Prussian War

Farmyard Scene, 1918 (oil)
BAL13726 Farmyard Scene, 1918 (oil) by Hunt, Edgar (1876-1953); Private Collection; (add.info.: by Edgar Hunt); Roy Miles Fine Paintings.

Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho)
8669887 Page from Gamage's General Catalogue (96th edition), c.1927 (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Hen, partridge, pig, pigeon and guinea fowl (colour litho)
8677382 Hen, partridge, pig, pigeon and guinea fowl (colour litho) by French School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: P for poule (hen), perdrix (partridge), porc (pig)

Chickens, Pigeons and Doves
5984058 Chickens, Pigeons and Doves by Hunt, Edgar (1876-1953); Private Collection.

Passenger pigeons
5311909 Passenger pigeons; (add.info.: Engraving depicting passenger pigeons, an extinct species of pigeon that was endemic to North America. Dated 19th century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Pair of Farmyard Scenes, 1945 (oil)
BAL13727 Pair of Farmyard Scenes, 1945 (oil) by Hunt, Edgar (1876-1953); Private Collection; (add.info.: by Edgar Hunt); Roy Miles Fine Paintings.

Donkey and pigeon (colour litho)
8635296 Donkey and pigeon (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Donkey and pigeon)

Pigeon, Pillar, Pillows, Pilot, Pincers, Pirates, Pistol, Piston, Pitcher, Pitcher, Pitchfork, Pitman (engraving)
8650065 Pigeon, Pillar, Pillows, Pilot, Pincers, Pirates, Pistol, Piston, Pitcher, Pitcher, Pitchfork, Pitman (engraving) by German School

Old Staffordshire Figures: Pigeon and Young (colour litho)
8660011 Old Staffordshire Figures: Pigeon and Young (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pigeon and Young)

Farmyard Scene, 1911 (oil on canvas)
BON65234 Farmyard Scene, 1911 (oil on canvas) by Hunt, Edgar (1876-1953); 19x24.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: (for pair see 65235)); Photo © Bonhams, London, UK.

Prize pigeons and poultry at Bingley Hall, Birmingham, 1864. Creator: Harrison Weir
excellence, and with no less than 300 pigeon and 1677 poultry entries...Our pigeon group...begins with Mr. Shaw's German Letz, which won in class 124

Doves and lilies, 1897. Creator: Verneuil, Maurice Pillard (1869-1942)
Doves and lilies, 1897. Private Collection

Eagles and pigeons, 1897. Creator: Verneuil, Maurice Pillard (1869-1942)
Eagles and pigeons, 1897. Private Collection

Prize pigeons at the show of the Philo-Peristeron Society, recently held in Freemasons' Hall, 1864. 'Pouters were exhibited by Mr

Donkerque [i.e., Dunkerque], shipping carrier pigeons, between c1914 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
Donkerque [i.e., Dunkerque], shipping carrier pigeons, between c1914 and c1915. Carrier pigeons in baskets, being loaded onto a train car, Dunkerque, France.

Poetic portrait
Svetlana Melik-Nubarova

Tel Aviv Israel
Orna Naor

The Chase
Kapuschinsky

Birds Wall Art 03
Rafal Kulik

Birds over Manhattan New York
Arnon Orbach

JUST ANOTHER DAY IN STOCKHOLM
Camilla Cherry

Pollution
Sayyed Nayyer Reza

Lord of the pigeons
Jaro Ličko

Moment IV
Jure Kravanja

Pigeons, 19th-early 20th century. Creator: Ferdinand von Wright
Pigeons, 19th-early 20th century. Birds, hops, fungi and wheat

Three birds, two incad pigeons and a collared puffbird, 1753. Creator: Aert Schouman
Three birds, two incad pigeons and a collared puffbird, 1753

Birmingham Show, 1858. Creator: Harrison Weir
Birmingham Show, 1858. Exhibition of domestic poultry. 1. Mr. Maddiford's Fantail, Nun, and Jacobine Pigeons, Silver Cup; 2. Mr. Worrall's Owl Pigeons, First Prize; Mr

The Poultry Stall, c.1830. Creator: Willem Jodocus Mattheus Engelberts
The Poultry Stall, c.1830

The Home of a Hunter, 1826. Creator: Henri Voordecker
The Home of a Hunter, 1826

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"Pigeons: A Fascinating World of Fancy Breeds and Heroic Messengers" Step into the enchanting world of pigeons, where elegance meets bravery. From fancy pigeon breeds to carrier pigeons, these feathered creatures have captivated hearts throughout history. In the heart of George Square, Glasgow, one can witness the grandeur of fancy pigeon breeds. With their vibrant plumage and graceful demeanor, these they can a sight to behold. Each breed tells a unique story through its distinctive features and colors. But it is not just their beauty that sets them apart; carrier they have played an essential role in communication for centuries. Whether it was delivering messages during times of war or aiding in important business transactions, these winged messengers were trusted with vital information. Imagine the scene as a racing pigeon takes flight from its release point. The anticipation builds as competitors eagerly await their arrival at the finish line. Racing pigeon releases are exhilarating events that showcase both the speed and endurance of these remarkable birds. During World War I, even tanks couldn't hinder the determination of carrier pigeons. Releasing a bird from within those armored giants allowed soldiers to send crucial messages across enemy lines when all other means failed. The British Army messenger pigeon service became an invaluable asset on the battlefield. Not all birds bearing resemblance to pigeons belong to this esteemed family; Eurasian Collared Doves stand out with their buffy-pink plumage and black neck collar—a beautiful illustration indeed. These doves remind us that nature's palette knows no boundaries when creating stunning avian species. Pigeon enthusiasts often find themselves drawn towards chickens and other poultry too—after all, they share similar traits such as loyalty and adaptability. It seems like feathers flock together. And let's not forget about wood pigeons engaging in their intricate mating rituals—their cooing melodies fill forests with love songs during springtime.