Moements with Birds of Australia

by John Gould (1804-1881)Published 1840-1848 in 7 volumes.

John Gould was a noted wildlife artist and ornithologist who began his early life as a taxidermist. His abilities led him to become the curator at the Zoological Society of London. After a collection arrived from the Himalayas he realised the artistic potential of the specimens and thus began his new life as an illustrator. He was helped by his wife, Elizabeth whose artistic talents enhanced many of his works.