Sarah Stone Collection

Spoonbill, 1777 (watercolour)
986240 Spoonbill, 1777 (watercolour) by Stone, Sarah (1760-1844); 36x24.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Spoonbill. Sarah Stone (1760-1844). Watercolour. Signed and dated Sept 21 1777

Strix aluco, tawny owls
Plate 4 from a collection of original drawings of birds. Watercolour on paper c.1788 by Sarah Stone (c.1760-1844). Held in the Library and Archives Date: circa 1788

Gorgonian coral
Watercolour of Gorgonian coral in the subclass Octocorallia by Sarah Stone (c. 1760-1844) from the collection of Sir Ashton Lever

Gorgonian coral, artwork C016 / 5570
Gorgonian coral. Watercolour of Gorgonian coral (subclass Octocorallia) by Sarah Stone (circa 1760-1844) from the collection of Sir Ashton Lever

Gorgonian coral, artwork C016 / 5569
Gorgonian coral. Watercolour of Gorgonian coral (subclass Octocorallia) by Sarah Stone (circa 1760-1844) from the collection of Sir Ashton Lever

Fossil crinoid, artwork C016 / 5568
Fossil crinoid. Watercolour of a fossil crinoid by Sarah Stone (circa 1760-1844) from the collection of Sir Ashton Lever

Angora goat, 18th century C013 / 6799
Angora goat. 18th-century watercolour of the Angora breed of the domestic goat (Capra hircus). This 1781 artwork is from a Natural History Museum collection of watercolours by British artist Sarah

Afrrican murex, artwork C013 / 6795
African murex. Watercolour of an African murex (Hexaplex duplex) shell by Sarah Stone (c. 1760-1844)

Snail and leaf fossils, artwork C013 / 6798
Snail and leaf fossils. Watercolour by Sarah Stone (1760-1844) of naticid marine snail fossils and leaves

Radish and carrot, artwork C013 / 6797
Intertwined growth of both a radish (Raphanus sp. left) and a carrot (Daucus carota, right). Watercolour by Sarah Stone (1760-1844)

Fragments of fossil crinoids, artwork C013 / 6796
Fossil crinoid fragments, watercolour by Sarah Stone (1760-1844). Crinoids, or sea lilies, are marine echinoderms that have been in existence for 500 million years

Spider conch, artwork C013 / 6794
Spider conch. Watercolour of a spider conch (Lambris chiragra) by Sarah Stone (c. 1760-1844)

Mandarin duck, 18th century artwork C013 / 6792
MNDrin duck (Aix falericulata). Watercolour by Sarah Stone (1788)

Western crowned pigeon, artwork C013 / 6791
Western crowned pigeon (Goura cristata). Watercolour by Sarah Stone (1788)

American flamingo, 18th century artwork C013 / 6793
American flamingo (Phoenicopterus ruber ruber). Watercolour by Sarah Stone (1788)

Fossil crinoid, artwork C013 / 6790
Fossil crinoid, watercolour by Sarah Stone (1760-1844). Crinoids, or sea lilies, are marine echinoderms that have been in existence for 500 million years

White-throated toucan, 18th century C013 / 6513
White-throated toucan (Ramphastos tucanus). This bird is found in the Amazon in South America. This 1778 watercolour is by the British artist Sarah Stone

Watercolour fomr the Sir Ashton Lever Collection
Watercolour by Sarah Stone (c. 1760-1844) from the Sir Ashton Lever Collection held at the Natural History Museum, London. NHML (3) 42

Fossilised naticid gastropods and leaves
Watercolour showing two views of a naticid gastropod and a fossilised leaf encased in a nodule by Sarah Stone (c. 1760-1844) from the collection of Sir Ashton Lever

Raphanus spp. radish and Daucus carota, carrot
Watercolour of a radish with intertwined growth & carrot also intertwined by Sarah Stone (c. 1760-1844) from the collection of Sir Ashton Lever

Struthio camelus, ostrich
Watercolour by Sarah Stone (1788) from the collection of Sir Ashton Lever

A group of fragments of fossil crinoids
Watercolour of a group of fragments of fossil crinoids (feather-stars or sea-lilies) by Sarah Stone (c. 1760-1844) from the collection of Sir Ashton Lever

Fossil Crinoid
Watercolour of a fossil crinoid by Sarah Stone (c. 1760-1844) from the collection of Sir Ashton Lever

Hexaplex duplex, African murex
Watercolour of an African murex by Sarah Stone (c. 1760-1844) from the collection of Sir Ashton Lever

Spodylus americanus, thorny oyster
Watercolour of a thorny oyster on blue paper by Sarah Stone (c. 1760-1844) from the collection of Sir Ashton Lever

Goura cristata, western crowned pigeon
Watercolour by Sarah Stone (1788) from the collection of Sir Ashton Lever

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Sarah Stone is a remarkable artist who has left an indelible mark on the world of natural history illustration. Her keen eye for detail and exquisite technique bring to life the mesmerizing beauty of various creatures and objects. One of her notable works includes "Strix aluco, tawny owls, " where she captures the majestic presence of these nocturnal birds with intricate precision. In another masterpiece titled "Spoonbill, 1777 (watercolour), " Sarah showcases her ability to portray delicate avian species in their natural habitat. But it's not just birds that captivate Sarah's artistic prowess; she also delves into the realm of exotic fauna. The "Grey Peacock-Pheasant" painting demonstrates her talent in capturing the vibrant plumage and regal demeanor of this stunning bird. Venturing beneath the ocean waves, Sarah explores marine life through her artwork featuring "Gorgonian coral. " With pieces like "C016 / 5570" and "C016 / 5569, " she brings forth the intricate details and vivid colors found within these fascinating organisms. Additionally, Sarah's work extends beyond living creatures as seen in her depiction of a fossil crinoid ("Fossil crinoid, artwork C016 / 5568"), showcasing her versatility as an artist. Intriguingly, Sarah also turns her attention towards historical artifacts such as an Angora goat from the 18th century ("Angora goat, 18th century C013 / 6799"). She skillfully portrays its unique characteristics while preserving its cultural significance. Similarly, African murex shells ("Afrrican murex, artwork C013 / 6795") and snail and leaf fossils ("Snail and leaf fossils, artwork C013 / 6798") become subjects that bridge art with paleontology under Sarah's expert hand. Even humble vegetables find their place in Sarah's portfolio.