Broadside with images of 36 birds 1860

This 1860 broadside by Juan Llorens features 36 hand-drawn images of birds, each accompanied by a brief description. The artwork is part of a larger collection of natural history illustrations and depicts a diverse array of species from different parts of the world. This broadside, which is housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, provides a fascinating glimpse into the popular interest in ornithology during the 19th century. The detailed engravings, though simple, capture the birds’ unique features, showcasing the artist's skill in both observation and representation.