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Manorina melanophrys, bell miner
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Manorina melanophrys, bell miner
Plate 80, hand coloured lithograph by John and Elizabeth Gould from John Goulds The Birds of Australia, Vol.4, (1840-1848)
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Plate 80" of John and Elizabeth Gould's renowned work, "The Birds of Australia," features a meticulously hand-colored lithograph of the Bell Miner, Manorina melanophrys. This exquisite illustration, created between 1840 and 1848, showcases the intricate details of this unique Australian honeyeater. John Gould, a prominent English publisher and printmaker, and his wife Elizabeth, a skilled artist, collaborated on this remarkable series, which showcased the diverse avian species of Australia. The Bell Miner, with its distinctive bell-like call, is depicted perched on a slender branch, its green and brown plumage contrasting against the stark background. The Bell Miner is a member of the Meliphagidae family, and its anatomy is depicted with remarkable accuracy in this illustration. Its face is adorned with a striking black mask, its eyes large and expressive, and its beak curved and pointed, perfectly suited for extracting nectar from flowers. The intricacy and beauty of this hand-colored lithograph are a testament to the skill and dedication of John and Elizabeth Gould. Their work not only captured the physical attributes of the Bell Miner but also conveyed the essence of this fascinating bird, transporting viewers to the vibrant and diverse world of Australian wildlife in the 19th century. This illustration is a valuable historical record of the Bell Miner and a stunning example of the artistry and natural history documentation of the time. The intricate details, from the textures of the feathers to the delicate shading, make this a captivating addition to any collection of natural history or ornithology.
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