Fem. du Perroquet Aouro-couraou 1801 - 1805

"Fem. du Perroquet Aouro-couraou" (Female of the Aouro-couraou Parrot) is a hand-colored etching created between 1801 and 1805 by French ornithologist François Levaillant. The work is a detailed and realistic depiction of a parrot, perched on a branch with its vibrant plumage, including a striking red undertail, showcased in meticulous detail. Levaillant's work is known for its scientific accuracy and aesthetic beauty, which contributed significantly to the development of ornithological illustration during the 18th and 19th centuries.