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Ptilinopus purpuratus, grey-green fruit dove
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Ptilinopus purpuratus, grey-green fruit dove
Ff. 140. Watercolour painting by George Forster annotated Columba porphyracra and made during Captain James Cooks second voyage to explore the southern continent (1772-75)
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1754 1794 18th Century Adventure Bill Captain Cook Captain James Cook Columbidae Columbiformes Cook Discovery Dove Exploration Forster Johann George Adam Johann George Adam Forster Lilac Perched Fruit Dove
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This exquisite watercolor painting depicts Ptilinopus purpuratus, the Grey-green Fruit Dove, a captivating avian species of the Columbidae family. The illustration was meticulously created by the renowned naturalist George Forster during Captain James Cook's second voyage of exploration, which took place between 1772 and 1775. Forster annotated the painting with the incorrect scientific name, Columba porphyracra, but his artistic mastery is undeniable. Captain Cook's expeditions were marked by a spirit of adventure and discovery, pushing the boundaries of known territories and expanding the world's understanding of the natural world. Forster, as part of Cook's scientific team, was tasked with documenting new discoveries, including this beautiful Fruit Dove, which was likely observed during their travels in the southern continent. The Grey-green Fruit Dove is characterized by its lilac-tinged plumage, with grey-green feathers covering its body and a vibrant, red-orange bill. The bird is perched gracefully on a branch, its head turned slightly to the side, revealing its piercing, dark eyes. This illustration, a testament to Forster's skillful observation and artistic ability, provides a window into the natural world that Cook's voyages unveiled. This painting, created between 1754 and 1794, is an invaluable contribution to the natural history records of the 18th century. It is attributed to Johann Georg Adam Forster, who accompanied his father, Georg Forster, on Cook's voyage. The painting's intricate details and lifelike representation of the Grey-green Fruit Dove make it a treasured piece of both ornithological and historical significance.
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