Home > Arts > Watercolor paintings > Animal watercolors > Colorful wildlife illustrations
Cochoa purpurea, purple cochoa
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Mary Evans Picture Library
Cochoa purpurea, purple cochoa
Plate 229, a watercolour by Rajman Singh, from Brian Houghton Hodgsons collection of birds and mammals of Nepal
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 8587309
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10712253
1800 1894 Birds The Art Of Ornithology Breast Brian Houghton Brian Houghton Hodgson Crest Elphick Feather Feeding Hodgson Jonathan Jonathan Elphick Neck Nepal
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Arts
> Watercolor paintings
> Animal watercolors
> Colorful wildlife illustrations
> Arts
> Watercolor paintings
> Watercolor illustrations
> Animal watercolor paintings
> Asia
> Nepal
> Related Images
EDITORS COMMENTS
Plate 229: Cochoa purpurea, the Purple Cochoa (Brian Hodgson, 1836-1894) This stunning watercolor illustration, Plate 229, features the Purple Cochoa or Cochoa purpurea, a bird endemic to the eastern Himalayas and South China. The illustration was created by Rajman Singh in the 19th century as part of Brian Houghton Hodgson's extensive collection of birds and mammals of Nepal. The Purple Cochoa is a small, elusive bird, with a distinctive crest of long, blue-black feathers on its head. The male bird, depicted in this illustration, is characterized by its blue-purple neck and breast, while the female has a brownish-gray neck and a brownish-streaked breast. The bird is perched gracefully on a branch, with its head turned slightly to the side, observing its surroundings. Brian Houghton Hodgson (1800-1894) was a British naturalist and explorer who spent many years in Nepal, collecting specimens and documenting the natural history of the region. His collection, which includes over 2,000 bird and mammal specimens, is a significant contribution to the field of ornithology and zoology. This illustration, created by Rajman Singh, provides an accurate and detailed record of the anatomy and appearance of the Purple Cochoa. The artist's skillful use of color and shading brings the bird to life, allowing us to appreciate its beauty and intricacy. The illustration also provides valuable information about the bird's habitat and behavior, as it is depicted feeding on the ground, likely searching for insects or seeds. The Purple Cochoa is a rare and elusive bird, and this illustration is a precious record of its appearance and behavior in the 19th century. It is a testament to the important role that ornithological illustration played in the documentation and understanding of the natural world during this period.
MADE IN AUSTRALIA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
