Watling Collection

Accipiter cirrocephalus, collared sparrowhawk
Watercolour 112 by the Port Jackson Painter from the Watling Collection titled New Holland Sparrowhawk

Falco longipennis, Australian hobby
Watercolour 105 by the Port Jackson Painter from the Watling Collection titled Lunated Falcon, Goo-roo-wang

Telopea speciosissima, 18th century C016 / 5409
Telopea speciosissima, 18th-century artwork. Known as the waratah plant, the annotation uses the spelling Warratta. This item, an unattributed work by a Port Jackson (Australia) painter

Australian plant, 18th century C016 / 5410
Watling Collection botanical illustration (Drawing 434). This item, an unattributed work by a Port Jackson (Australia) painter, dates from the period 1788 to 1797

Telopea speciosissima, 18th century C016 / 5408
Telopea speciosissima, 18th-century artwork. Known as the waratah plant, the annotation uses the spelling Warratta. This artwork, by New South Wales (Australia) artist Thomas Watling

Banksia flower, 18th century C016 / 5407
Banksia flower, 18th-century artwork. This artwork, by New South Wales (Australia) artist Thomas Watling, dates from the period 1792-7

Watercolour 66 from the Watling Collection
Watercolour 66 by the Port Jackson Painter from Banks Manuscript 34, (c. 1790)

Drawing 22 from the Watling Collection

Watercolour 50 from the Watling Collection
Watercolour 50 by by the Port Jackson Painter from Banks Manuscript 34, (c. 1790)

Watercolour 67 from the Watling Collection
Watercolour 67 by the Port Jackson Painter from Banks Manuscript 34, (c. 1790)

Drawing 434 from the Watling Collection by Port Jackson Painter, 1788-1797

Drawings 54-57 from the Watling Collection
54. Native of NSW with a Foygig and throwing stick. 55. Native going to dance, 56. Natives ornamenting themselves. 57. Natives of NSW ornamenting themselves

Drawings 32-36 from the Watling Collection
32. The sitting attitude of women from New South Wales. 33. Untitled. 34. Nanbree. 35. Dirr-a-Goa. 36. Wearring, known as Mr Long, and Karra da

Drawings 75-77 from the Watling Collection
Observation drawings of natives going about their daily routines

Watercolour 58 from the Watling Collection
Watercolour 58 by the Port Jackson Painter from Banks Manuscript 34, (c. 1790)

Watercolour 63 from the Watling Collection
Watercolour 63 by the Port Jackson Painter from Banks Manuscript 34, (c. 1790)

Drawings 22-23 from the Watling Collection
22. View of west side of Norfolk Island. 23. The Governor making his way to the boat after being wounded with a spear

Drawings 26-27 from the Watling Collection
26. Group on the North shore of Port Jackson, NSW. 27. A canoe from New South Wales

Drawings 28-31 from the Watling Collection
28. Colebee. 29. A native sticking fish, NSW. 30. Colebee. 31. Da-Ring-Ha, Colebees wife

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The Watling Collection is a treasure trove of stunning artwork and botanical specimens that will transport you back in time. With pieces like Watercolour 66, Drawing 22, Watercolour 50, Watercolour 67, and Drawing 434 from the collection, prepare to be captivated by the intricate details and vibrant colors. One highlight of the collection is Accipiter cirrocephalus, also known as the collared sparrowhawk. This majestic bird of prey is beautifully depicted in one of the drawings. Its fierce gaze and graceful wingspan are sure to leave you in awe. Another fascinating piece showcases Falco longipennis, commonly known as the Australian hobby. The delicate strokes capture its swift flight through the sky with precision and elegance. But it's not just birds that take center stage in this remarkable collection. Telopea speciosissima steals attention with its fiery red blooms captured on canvas in an exquisite watercolor painting dating back to the 18th century (C016 /5409). Another Australian plant from that era (C016/5410) adds a touch of natural beauty to this diverse assortment. Banksia flower (C016/5407), another gem from centuries ago preserved within these walls, showcases nature's intricate design at its finest. The level of detail captured by skilled hands truly brings this unique flower to life. As you explore further into this captivating world of artistry and botany, Drawings 54-57 offer glimpses into various flora species meticulously documented for posterity within these pages. The Watling Collection provides a rare opportunity to immerse yourself in history while marveling at Australia's rich biodiversity. Whether you're an art enthusiast or simply appreciate nature's wonders, these carefully curated pieces are bound to leave a lasting impression on your soul.