In the manner of Henry Ward
England
circa 1860
The various exotic birds from around the world are preserved and mounted in a naturalistic setting with reeds and rocks and enclosed in a glazed and sealed rosewood cabinet.
We have identified in the following birds in the cabinet to the best of our knowledge;
Top section
Bird of Paradise, blue and turquoise finch(?)
Various bee eaters and humming birds
Bird of Paradise
Middle Section (above woodpecker)
Various finches, weaver birds, possible cuckoo etc
Woodpecker (on branch) golden oriole, blue starling (R.H. corner), golden oriole,
Various finches, humming birds
In very goood condition and colour still vibrant.
Height 79.00cm (31.1 inches)
Width 51.00cm (20.08 inches)
Depth 27.00cm (10.63 inches)
Stock No: F1091
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