Sparrow Collection (page 7)

Snow Bird, from the Birds of America series (N4) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands, 1888

Roof Tile and Sparrows; Specialities of Mizuno in Imado, 19th century

‘Little Purple Gromwell (Wakamurasaki): Shosho
" Little Purple Gromwell (Wakamurasaki): Shosho, " from the series Scenes amid Genji Clouds Matched with Ukiyo-e Pictures (Genji-gumo ukiyo e-awase), ca. 1845-61

Sparrow and Hibiscus, ca. 1834. ca. 1834. Creator: Ando Hiroshige
Sparrow and Hibiscus, ca. 1834

Iris and Sparrow, ca. 1832. ca. 1832. Creator: Ando Hiroshige
Iris and Sparrow, ca. 1832

Sparrow and Snow-covered Camellia (Tsubaki), ca. 1845. ca. 1845. Creator: Ando Hiroshige
Sparrow and Snow-covered Camellia (Tsubaki), ca. 1845

Eurasian tree sparrow, Passer montanus.. Handcolored copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his own Natural History of British Birds, London, 1794-1819

Emberiza capensis, Cape bunting
Ff. 154a. Watercolour painting by George Forster annotated Fringilla bicincta and made during Captain James Cooks second voyage to explore the southern continent (1772-75)

HOLBORN, LONDON
High Holborn including Sparrows Tea Establishment. Date: 1838

Millet and Sparrows, mid-16th century. Creator: Geiai
Millet and Sparrows, mid-16th century

George Reifel Migratory Bird Sanctuary, British Columbia, Canada. House sparrow sitting on a branch eating an insect

Pythagoras School, 1783. Creator: Sparrow
Pythagoras School, 1783. The School of Pythagoras, dating from c1200, is the oldest building in St Johns College, Cambridge, and the oldest secular building in the city

White-crowned sparrow, sub-arctic willow

The Duke of Monmouth exchanging Cloaths with a Shepherd... (1792). Creator: Samuel Sparrow
The Duke of Monmouth exchanging Cloaths with a Shepherd to conceal himself after his defeat at the battle of Sedgeley-moor (1792)

Sparrow on a tree in a snowstorm, c. 1800 (colour on paper)
BL12349 Sparrow on a tree in a snowstorm, c.1800 (colour on paper) by Ganku, Kishi (c.1749-1838); 179x52.7 cm; British Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: ); Japanese, out of copyright

Sparrows and morning glory (ink and colours on silk)
BL12340 Sparrows and morning glory (ink and colours on silk) by Japanese School, (19th century); British Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: By So Shiko ); Japanese, out of copyright

Doorway to the Temple Church. London. late 18th century. Artist: JC Smith
Doorway to the Temple Church. London. late 18th century. The Temple Church in London was built as the English headquarters of the Knights Templar in the late 12th century. It was consecrated in 1185

View of the Castle and Bridge of Haverford West in Pembrokeshire. late 18th century
View of the Castle and Bridge of Haverford West in Pembrokeshire, South Wales. late 18th century. The castle was founded by Takard (or Tankred), in c1110

Tree Sparrow bird
A photograph of an original hand-colored engraving from The History of British Birds by Morris published in 1853-1891

Sparrow bird
A photograph of an original hand-colored engraving from The History of British Birds by Morris published in 1853-1891

Sparrow bird lithograph 1890
Report on the Birds of Pennsylvania by B.H.Warren M.D. 1890

View of the parade at Horse Guards, Westminster, London, c1800

Garden at Lambeth Palace, London, 1786. Artist:s Sparrow
View of Lambeth Palace garden with figures labouring, London, 1786; St Mary Lambeth can also be seen

Austin 7 of B Sparrow about to crash, Donington Park Race Meeting, Leicestershire, 1933
Austin 747 cc. Event Entry No: 52. Driver: Sparrow, B. Place: Donington Park Race Meeting. Date: 13.5.33

MG J2 passing the crashed Austin 7 of B Sparrow, Donington Park Race Meeting, Leicestershire, 1933
Left: MG J2 847 cc. Reg. No. AMA84. Entry No: 41. Front wings and lamps removed. Right: Austin 747 cc. Entry No: 52. Driver: Sparrow, B. Crashed. Donington Park. Date: 13.5.33

Crashed Austin 7 of B Sparrow, Donington Park Race Meeting, Leicestershire, 1933
Austin 747 cc. Event Entry No: 52. Driver: Sparrow, B. Place: Donington Park Race Meeting. Date: 13.5.33

Chipping Sparrow (Spizella passerina), adult perched on icy branch of Possum Haw Holly (Ilex decidua) with berries, Hill Country, Texas, USA

Chase of the Roebuck: Full Cry, c1800, (1922). Artists: Henry Thomas Alken, Richard Reeve
Chase of the Roebuck: Full Cry, c1800, (1922). Walter Parry Hodges (1760-1845). From British Sporting Artists: From Barlow to Herring, by Walter Shaw Sparrow [John Lane The Bodley Head, Limited

Shooting Plover, late 17th century, (1922). Artist: Francis Barlow
Shooting Plover, late 17th century, (1922). From British Sporting Artists: From Barlow to Herring, by Walter Shaw Sparrow [John Lane The Bodley Head, Limited, London, 1922]

The Brook, c1831, (1922). Artist: Dean Wolstenholme
The Brook, c1831, (1922). From British Sporting Artists: From Barlow to Herring, by Walter Shaw Sparrow [John Lane The Bodley Head, Limited, London, 1922]

The Death - Postponed, 1822, (1922). Artist: Robert Pollard
The Death - Postponed, 1822, (1922). From British Sporting Artists: From Barlow to Herring, by Walter Shaw Sparrow [John Lane The Bodley Head, Limited, London, 1922]

The Cleric Shows The Way, c1800, (1922). Artist: Henry Thomas Alken
The Cleric Shows The Way, c1800, (1922). From British Sporting Artists: From Barlow to Herring, by Walter Shaw Sparrow [John Lane The Bodley Head, Limited, London, 1922]

Treeing The Fox, c1800, (1922). Artist: Henry Thomas Alken
Treeing The Fox, c1800, (1922). From British Sporting Artists: From Barlow to Herring, by Walter Shaw Sparrow [John Lane The Bodley Head, Limited, London, 1922]

Yorkshire Hunters at Grass, c1840, (1922). Artist: John Ferneley
Yorkshire Hunters at Grass, c1840, (1922). From British Sporting Artists: From Barlow to Herring, by Walter Shaw Sparrow [John Lane The Bodley Head, Limited, London, 1922]

Going To Cover, c1810, (1922). Artist: Samuel Howitt
Going To Cover, c1810, (1922). From British Sporting Artists: From Barlow to Herring, by Walter Shaw Sparrow [John Lane The Bodley Head, Limited, London, 1922]

Thomas Oldaker on Pickle with his Hounds, c19th century, (1922). From British Sporting Artists: From Barlow to Herring, by Walter Shaw Sparrow [John Lane The Bodley Head, Limited, London, 1922]

The HUNTER taking a Flying Leap, over a Five-Bar Gate, c1740, (1922). Artist: James Seymour
The HUNTER taking a Flying Leap, over a Five-Bar Gate, c1740, (1922). From British Sporting Artists: From Barlow to Herring, by Walter Shaw Sparrow [John Lane The Bodley Head, Limited, London, 1922]

The St. Leger of 1828, c1829, (1922). Artist: John Frederick Hering
The St. Leger of 1828, c1829, (1922). From British Sporting Artists: From Barlow to Herring, by Walter Shaw Sparrow [John Lane The Bodley Head, Limited, London, 1922]

A Good Shot!, c1820, (1922). Artist: Abraham Cooper
A Good Shot!, c1820, (1922). From British Sporting Artists: From Barlow to Herring, by Walter Shaw Sparrow [John Lane The Bodley Head, Limited, London, 1922]

Ware Washing!, c1860, (1922). Artist: Hablot Knight Browne
Ware Washing!, c1860, (1922). From British Sporting Artists: From Barlow to Herring, by Walter Shaw Sparrow [John Lane The Bodley Head, Limited, London, 1922]

Over the Stream, c1800, (1922). Artist: Henry Thomas Alken
Over the Stream, c1800, (1922). From British Sporting Artists: From Barlow to Herring, by Walter Shaw Sparrow [John Lane The Bodley Head, Limited, London, 1922]

Plate V: Grand Leicestershire Steeplechase, 1829, 1830, (1922). Artist: Charles Bentley
Plate V: Grand Leicestershire Steeplechase, 1829, 1830, (1922).After Henry Thomas Alken(1785?1851). From British Sporting Artists: From Barlow to Herring

Full Cry - And A Fall, c1790, (1922). Artist: George Morland
Full Cry - And A Fall, c1790, (1922). From British Sporting Artists: From Barlow to Herring, by Walter Shaw Sparrow [John Lane The Bodley Head, Limited, London, 1922]

The Village Hunt, c1800, (1922). Artist: Thomas Rowlandson
The Village Hunt, c1800, (1922). From British Sporting Artists: From Barlow to Herring, by Walter Shaw Sparrow [John Lane The Bodley Head, Limited, London, 1922]

Now, Contract, Says Dick, By Jove Those D--d Quornites Shall Now See The Trick, 1790, (1922). Artist: Francis Jukes
Now, Contract, Says Dick, By Jove Those D--d Quornites Shall Now See The Trick, 1790, (1922). After Charles Loraine Smith (1751-1835)

Brood Mares and Foals, late 18th century, (1922). Artist: George Townley Stubbs
Brood Mares and Foals, late 18th century, (1922). After George Stubbs (1724-1806). From British Sporting Artists: From Barlow to Herring, by Walter Shaw Sparrow [John Lane The Bodley Head, Limited

The Bibury Meeting, early 19th century, (1922). Artist: C Turner
The Bibury Meeting, early 19th century, (1922). After Henry Bernard Chalon (1770?1849). From British Sporting Artists: From Barlow to Herring, by Walter Shaw Sparrow [John Lane The Bodley Head

The Hunter Taking A Flying Leap Over A Rivulet, c1740, (1922). Artist: James Seymour
The Hunter Taking A Flying Leap Over A Rivulet, c1740, (1922). From British Sporting Artists: From Barlow to Herring, by Walter Shaw Sparrow [John Lane The Bodley Head, Limited, London, 1922]

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The sparrow, a creature of diverse beauty and intrigue, has captivated artists and photographers throughout history. From the elegant strokes of The Darley Arabian in 1720 to the timeless charm captured in Edith Piaf's photo, sparrows have been immortalized in various art forms. In nature, we witness their delicate presence as they perch on branches, like the Tree Sparrow blending seamlessly with its surroundings. And when House Sparrows take flight with wings gracefully down, it's a sight that mesmerizes even the most casual observer. Artists like Ando Hiroshige masterfully depicted these birds alongside other elements of nature - Titmouse and Camellias on one hand or Sparrow and Wild Roses at center stage. Their works transport us back to ca. 1833 when such scenes were commonplace. Even Victorian Greeting Cards found inspiration from sparrows; The Pickpocket card reminds us of their cleverness while Renard the Fox showcases Philip Reinagle's artistic prowess combined with this avian marvel. Invited guests flocking around bird-tables by Neave Parker show how sparrows bring joy not only through visual appeal but also by enlivening our surroundings. Picture No. 11807386 and Picture No. 11980703 capture these moments perfectly. For those interested in ornithology, lithographs like Goldfinch Pine Finch bird lithograph from 1890 offer detailed insights into different species' characteristics - including that of the Java Sparrow seen front view - whether captive or wild across Java, Bali or introduced into Bedfordshire UK tropics. The sparrow is more than just a small bird; it represents an enduring symbol of grace and adaptability in both art and nature alike. Its presence brings life to canvases, photographs, greeting cards, and scientific studies – reminding us all to appreciate the beauty found within our feathered friends.