Thaumalea Picta (Golden Pheasant) 1870 - 1872

Daniel Giraud Elliot's "Thaumalea Picta (Golden Pheasant)" (1870-1872) is a striking example of ornithological illustration, a genre that flourished in the 19th century. The vibrant colors and meticulous detail of the golden pheasant and its chicks, set against a backdrop of delicate daisies and lush foliage, capture the beauty and diversity of the natural world. This exquisite print, created using the chromolithographic process, is now part of the Minneapolis Institute of Art's collection.