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  • Diggles, Australia - 14 Bird Lithographs
    Mar. 14, 2026

    Diggles, Australia - 14 Bird Lithographs

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    This lovely, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Silvester Diggles's Companion to Gould's Handbook; or, synopsis of the birds of Australia containing nearly one-third of the whole, or about 220 examples, for the most part from the original drawings of Sylvester Diggles.. This is the second edition of the work and was published in Brisbane by Thorne & Greenwell in 1877. The lithographs were completed by Henry Green Eaton, who was a transported convict from England. This was the most ambitious hand-colored work published in Australia. It illustrated over 200 native Australian birds. "The plates and text were originally published in parts between 1866 and 1870 under the title The Ornithology of Australia. Financial crisis and a subsequent drop in subscriber numbers meant Diggles was not able to complete the ornithology to his satisfaction, and by 1877 felt that the series was 'as complete as it probably ever will be.' As a result, the work was reissued in its definitive form with new title..." (Wantrup) Silvester Diggles (1817-1880) was a pioneering Australian naturalist with particular interest in birds and insects. He emigrated from Great Britain in the 1850s. He helped found the Queensland Philosphical Society in 1859, the first scientific institution in Australia. He also helped establish the Queensland Museum.

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  • Diggles, Australia - 8 Bird Lithographs
    Mar. 14, 2026

    Diggles, Australia - 8 Bird Lithographs

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    This lovely, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Silvester Diggles's Companion to Gould's Handbook; or, synopsis of the birds of Australia containing nearly one-third of the whole, or about 220 examples, for the most part from the original drawings of Sylvester Diggles.. This is the second edition of the work and was published in Brisbane by Thorne & Greenwell in 1877. The lithographs were completed by Henry Green Eaton, who was a transported convict from England. This was the most ambitious hand-colored work published in Australia. It illustrated over 200 native Australian birds. "The plates and text were originally published in parts between 1866 and 1870 under the title The Ornithology of Australia. Financial crisis and a subsequent drop in subscriber numbers meant Diggles was not able to complete the ornithology to his satisfaction, and by 1877 felt that the series was 'as complete as it probably ever will be.' As a result, the work was reissued in its definitive form with new title..." (Wantrup) Silvester Diggles (1817-1880) was a pioneering Australian naturalist with particular interest in birds and insects. He emigrated from Great Britain in the 1850s. He helped found the Queensland Philosphical Society in 1859, the first scientific institution in Australia. He also helped establish the Queensland Museum.

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  • Diggles - 8 Lithographs of Australian Birds
    Jul. 19, 2025

    Diggles - 8 Lithographs of Australian Birds

    Est: $1,000 - $2,000

    Included in this lot: Mountain Thrush / Cinnamon coloured Ground Thrush Brushwattle Bird / Wattled Honyeater Black-eared Cuckoo / Shining Cuckoo / Narrow-billed bronzed Cuckoo Torres Straits Fruit Pigeon / White-headed Fruit Pigeon Mound Raising Megapode Collard Plain Wanderer / Pectoral Quail Australian Dottrell / Banded Red-kneed Dottrell Australian Snipe / Australian Rhynchea Description of the work: This lovely, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Silvester Diggles's Companion to Gould's Handbook; or, synopsis of the birds of Australia containing nearly one-third of the whole, or about 220 examples, for the most part from the original drawings of Sylvester Diggles.. This is the second edition of the work and was published in Brisbane by Thorne & Greenwell in 1877. The lithographs were completed by Henry Green Eaton, who was a transported convict from England. This was the most ambitious hand-colored work published in Australia. It illustrated over 200 native Australian birds. "The plates and text were originally published in parts between 1866 and 1870 under the title The Ornithology of Australia. Financial crisis and a subsequent drop in subscriber numbers meant Diggles was not able to complete the ornithology to his satisfaction, and by 1877 felt that the series was 'as complete as it probably ever will be.' As a result, the work was reissued in its definitive form with new title..." (Wantrup) Silvester Diggles (1817-1880) was a pioneering Australian naturalist with particular interest in birds and insects. He emigrated from Great Britain in the 1850s. He helped found the Queensland Philosphical Society in 1859, the first scientific institution in Australia. He also helped establish the Queensland Museum.

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  • Diggles - 12 Lithographs of Australian Birds
    Jul. 19, 2025

    Diggles - 12 Lithographs of Australian Birds

    Est: $1,500 - $2,500

    Included in this lot: Australian Spine-tailed Swift / Australian Swift Varied Graucalus / White-bellied Grancalus Guttural Pachycephala / Banded Thick-head Harmonious Shrike Thrush / Rusty-breasted Shrike Thrush Crested Oreoica / Spangled Drongo Rufous-fronted Fantail / White-shafted Fantail / Pied Fantail / Black Fantailed Fly Catcher Restless Fly Catcher / Blue Shining Fly Catcher / Yellow-breasted Fly Catcher Kaup's Fly Catcher / Leaden-coloured Fly Catcher / Shining Fly Catcher Carinated Fly Catcher / Black-fronted Fly Catcher / White-eared Fly Catcher Dusky Robin / White-eyebrowed Robin / Scrub Robin Crested Wedge Bill / Coach Whip Bird Spine-tailed Orthonyx Description of the work: This lovely, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Silvester Diggles's Companion to Gould's Handbook; or, synopsis of the birds of Australia containing nearly one-third of the whole, or about 220 examples, for the most part from the original drawings of Sylvester Diggles.. This is the second edition of the work and was published in Brisbane by Thorne & Greenwell in 1877. The lithographs were completed by Henry Green Eaton, who was a transported convict from England. This was the most ambitious hand-colored work published in Australia. It illustrated over 200 native Australian birds. "The plates and text were originally published in parts between 1866 and 1870 under the title The Ornithology of Australia. Financial crisis and a subsequent drop in subscriber numbers meant Diggles was not able to complete the ornithology to his satisfaction, and by 1877 felt that the series was 'as complete as it probably ever will be.' As a result, the work was reissued in its definitive form with new title..." (Wantrup) Silvester Diggles (1817-1880) was a pioneering Australian naturalist with particular interest in birds and insects. He emigrated from Great Britain in the 1850s. He helped found the Queensland Philosphical Society in 1859, the first scientific institution in Australia. He also helped establish the Queensland Museum.

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  • Diggles, Australia - Pair of Bird of Prey Lithographs
    Nov. 30, 2024

    Diggles, Australia - Pair of Bird of Prey Lithographs

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    Included in this lot: Nankeen Kestrel Black-shouldered Kite Description of the work: This lovely, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Silvester Diggles's Companion to Gould's Handbook; or, synopsis of the birds of Australia containing nearly one-third of the whole, or about 220 examples, for the most part from the original drawings of Sylvester Diggles.. This is the second edition of the work and was published in Brisbane by Thorne & Greenwell in 1877. The lithographs were completed by Henry Green Eaton, who was a transported convict from England. This was the most ambitious hand-colored work published in Australia. It illustrated over 200 native Australian birds. "The plates and text were originally published in parts between 1866 and 1870 under the title The Ornithology of Australia. Financial crisis and a subsequent drop in subscriber numbers meant Diggles was not able to complete the ornithology to his satisfaction, and by 1877 felt that the series was 'as complete as it probably ever will be.' As a result, the work was reissued in its definitive form with new title..." (Wantrup) Silvester Diggles (1817-1880) was a pioneering Australian naturalist with particular interest in birds and insects. He emigrated from Great Britain in the 1850s. He helped found the Queensland Philosphical Society in 1859, the first scientific institution in Australia. He also helped establish the Queensland Museum.

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  • Diggles, Australia - Pair of Pigeon Lithographs
    Nov. 30, 2024

    Diggles, Australia - Pair of Pigeon Lithographs

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    Included in this lot: Pheasant-tailed Pigeon Bronze Wing Pigeon / Harlequin Bronze Wing Description of the work: This lovely, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Silvester Diggles's Companion to Gould's Handbook; or, synopsis of the birds of Australia containing nearly one-third of the whole, or about 220 examples, for the most part from the original drawings of Sylvester Diggles.. This is the second edition of the work and was published in Brisbane by Thorne & Greenwell in 1877. The lithographs were completed by Henry Green Eaton, who was a transported convict from England. This was the most ambitious hand-colored work published in Australia. It illustrated over 200 native Australian birds. "The plates and text were originally published in parts between 1866 and 1870 under the title The Ornithology of Australia. Financial crisis and a subsequent drop in subscriber numbers meant Diggles was not able to complete the ornithology to his satisfaction, and by 1877 felt that the series was 'as complete as it probably ever will be.' As a result, the work was reissued in its definitive form with new title..." (Wantrup) Silvester Diggles (1817-1880) was a pioneering Australian naturalist with particular interest in birds and insects. He emigrated from Great Britain in the 1850s. He helped found the Queensland Philosphical Society in 1859, the first scientific institution in Australia. He also helped establish the Queensland Museum.

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  • Diggles, Australia - Red-collared & Swainson's Lorikeet
    Oct. 12, 2024

    Diggles, Australia - Red-collared & Swainson's Lorikeet

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    This lovely, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Silvester Diggles's Companion to Gould's Handbook; or, synopsis of the birds of Australia containing nearly one-third of the whole, or about 220 examples, for the most part from the original drawings of Sylvester Diggles.. This is the second edition of the work and was published in Brisbane by Thorne & Greenwell in 1877. The lithographs were completed by Henry Green Eaton, who was a transported convict from England. This was the most ambitious hand-colored work published in Australia. It illustrated over 200 native Australian birds. "The plates and text were originally published in parts between 1866 and 1870 under the title The Ornithology of Australia. Financial crisis and a subsequent drop in subscriber numbers meant Diggles was not able to complete the ornithology to his satisfaction, and by 1877 felt that the series was 'as complete as it probably ever will be.' As a result, the work was reissued in its definitive form with new title..." (Wantrup) Silvester Diggles (1817-1880) was a pioneering Australian naturalist with particular interest in birds and insects. He emigrated from Great Britain in the 1850s. He helped found the Queensland Philosphical Society in 1859, the first scientific institution in Australia. He also helped establish the Queensland Museum.

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  • Diggles, Australia - White Ibis
    Oct. 12, 2024

    Diggles, Australia - White Ibis

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    This lovely, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Silvester Diggles's Companion to Gould's Handbook; or, synopsis of the birds of Australia containing nearly one-third of the whole, or about 220 examples, for the most part from the original drawings of Sylvester Diggles.. This is the second edition of the work and was published in Brisbane by Thorne & Greenwell in 1877. The lithographs were completed by Henry Green Eaton, who was a transported convict from England. This was the most ambitious hand-colored work published in Australia. It illustrated over 200 native Australian birds. "The plates and text were originally published in parts between 1866 and 1870 under the title The Ornithology of Australia. Financial crisis and a subsequent drop in subscriber numbers meant Diggles was not able to complete the ornithology to his satisfaction, and by 1877 felt that the series was 'as complete as it probably ever will be.' As a result, the work was reissued in its definitive form with new title..." (Wantrup) Silvester Diggles (1817-1880) was a pioneering Australian naturalist with particular interest in birds and insects. He emigrated from Great Britain in the 1850s. He helped found the Queensland Philosphical Society in 1859, the first scientific institution in Australia. He also helped establish the Queensland Museum.

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  • Diggles, Australia - Powerful Owl
    Oct. 12, 2024

    Diggles, Australia - Powerful Owl

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    This lovely, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Silvester Diggles's Companion to Gould's Handbook; or, synopsis of the birds of Australia containing nearly one-third of the whole, or about 220 examples, for the most part from the original drawings of Sylvester Diggles.. This is the second edition of the work and was published in Brisbane by Thorne & Greenwell in 1877. The lithographs were completed by Henry Green Eaton, who was a transported convict from England. This was the most ambitious hand-colored work published in Australia. It illustrated over 200 native Australian birds. "The plates and text were originally published in parts between 1866 and 1870 under the title The Ornithology of Australia. Financial crisis and a subsequent drop in subscriber numbers meant Diggles was not able to complete the ornithology to his satisfaction, and by 1877 felt that the series was 'as complete as it probably ever will be.' As a result, the work was reissued in its definitive form with new title..." (Wantrup) Silvester Diggles (1817-1880) was a pioneering Australian naturalist with particular interest in birds and insects. He emigrated from Great Britain in the 1850s. He helped found the Queensland Philosphical Society in 1859, the first scientific institution in Australia. He also helped establish the Queensland Museum.

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  • Diggles, Australia - Black Falcon
    Oct. 12, 2024

    Diggles, Australia - Black Falcon

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    This lovely, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Silvester Diggles's Companion to Gould's Handbook; or, synopsis of the birds of Australia containing nearly one-third of the whole, or about 220 examples, for the most part from the original drawings of Sylvester Diggles.. This is the second edition of the work and was published in Brisbane by Thorne & Greenwell in 1877. The lithographs were completed by Henry Green Eaton, who was a transported convict from England. This was the most ambitious hand-colored work published in Australia. It illustrated over 200 native Australian birds. "The plates and text were originally published in parts between 1866 and 1870 under the title The Ornithology of Australia. Financial crisis and a subsequent drop in subscriber numbers meant Diggles was not able to complete the ornithology to his satisfaction, and by 1877 felt that the series was 'as complete as it probably ever will be.' As a result, the work was reissued in its definitive form with new title..." (Wantrup) Silvester Diggles (1817-1880) was a pioneering Australian naturalist with particular interest in birds and insects. He emigrated from Great Britain in the 1850s. He helped found the Queensland Philosphical Society in 1859, the first scientific institution in Australia. He also helped establish the Queensland Museum.

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  • Diggles, Australia - Blue banded Pitta
    Aug. 03, 2024

    Diggles, Australia - Blue banded Pitta

    Est: $400 - $800

    This lovely, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Silvester Diggles's Companion to Gould's Handbook; or, synopsis of the birds of Australia containing nearly one-third of the whole, or about 220 examples, for the most part from the original drawings of Sylvester Diggles.. This is the second edition of the work and was published in Brisbane by Thorne & Greenwell in 1877. The lithographs were completed by Henry Green Eaton, who was a transported convict from England. This was the most ambitious hand-colored work published in Australia. It illustrated over 200 native Australian birds. "The plates and text were originally published in parts between 1866 and 1870 under the title The Ornithology of Australia. Financial crisis and a subsequent drop in subscriber numbers meant Diggles was not able to complete the ornithology to his satisfaction, and by 1877 felt that the series was 'as complete as it probably ever will be.' As a result, the work was reissued in its definitive form with new title..." (Wantrup) Silvester Diggles (1817-1880) was a pioneering Australian naturalist with particular interest in birds and insects. He emigrated from Great Britain in the 1850s. He helped found the Queensland Philosphical Society in 1859, the first scientific institution in Australia. He also helped establish the Queensland Museum.

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  • Diggles, Australia - White-bellied Sea Eagle
    Aug. 03, 2024

    Diggles, Australia - White-bellied Sea Eagle

    Est: $400 - $800

    This lovely, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Silvester Diggles's Companion to Gould's Handbook; or, synopsis of the birds of Australia containing nearly one-third of the whole, or about 220 examples, for the most part from the original drawings of Sylvester Diggles.. This is the second edition of the work and was published in Brisbane by Thorne & Greenwell in 1877. The lithographs were completed by Henry Green Eaton, who was a transported convict from England. This was the most ambitious hand-colored work published in Australia. It illustrated over 200 native Australian birds. "The plates and text were originally published in parts between 1866 and 1870 under the title The Ornithology of Australia. Financial crisis and a subsequent drop in subscriber numbers meant Diggles was not able to complete the ornithology to his satisfaction, and by 1877 felt that the series was 'as complete as it probably ever will be.' As a result, the work was reissued in its definitive form with new title..." (Wantrup) Silvester Diggles (1817-1880) was a pioneering Australian naturalist with particular interest in birds and insects. He emigrated from Great Britain in the 1850s. He helped found the Queensland Philosphical Society in 1859, the first scientific institution in Australia. He also helped establish the Queensland Museum.

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  • Diggles, Australia - Pair of Bird of Prey Lithographs
    Aug. 03, 2024

    Diggles, Australia - Pair of Bird of Prey Lithographs

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    Included in this lot: Peregrine Falcon Brown Hawk Description of the Work: This lovely, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Silvester Diggles's Companion to Gould's Handbook; or, synopsis of the birds of Australia containing nearly one-third of the whole, or about 220 examples, for the most part from the original drawings of Sylvester Diggles.. This is the second edition of the work and was published in Brisbane by Thorne & Greenwell in 1877. The lithographs were completed by Henry Green Eaton, who was a transported convict from England. This was the most ambitious hand-colored work published in Australia. It illustrated over 200 native Australian birds. "The plates and text were originally published in parts between 1866 and 1870 under the title The Ornithology of Australia. Financial crisis and a subsequent drop in subscriber numbers meant Diggles was not able to complete the ornithology to his satisfaction, and by 1877 felt that the series was 'as complete as it probably ever will be.' As a result, the work was reissued in its definitive form with new title..." (Wantrup) Silvester Diggles (1817-1880) was a pioneering Australian naturalist with particular interest in birds and insects. He emigrated from Great Britain in the 1850s. He helped found the Queensland Philosphical Society in 1859, the first scientific institution in Australia. He also helped establish the Queensland Museum.

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  • Diggles - Pair of Australian Bird of Prey Lithographs
    Jul. 27, 2024

    Diggles - Pair of Australian Bird of Prey Lithographs

    Est: $1,000 - $2,000

    Included in this lot: New Holland Goshawk Jardine's Harrier Description of the Work: This lovely, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Silvester Diggles's Companion to Gould's Handbook; or, synopsis of the birds of Australia containing nearly one-third of the whole, or about 220 examples, for the most part from the original drawings of Sylvester Diggles.. This is the second edition of the work and was published in Brisbane by Thorne & Greenwell in 1877. The lithographs were completed by Henry Green Eaton, who was a transported convict from England. This was the most ambitious hand-colored work published in Australia. It illustrated over 200 native Australian birds. "The plates and text were originally published in parts between 1866 and 1870 under the title The Ornithology of Australia. Financial crisis and a subsequent drop in subscriber numbers meant Diggles was not able to complete the ornithology to his satisfaction, and by 1877 felt that the series was 'as complete as it probably ever will be.' As a result, the work was reissued in its definitive form with new title..." (Wantrup) Silvester Diggles (1817-1880) was a pioneering Australian naturalist with particular interest in birds and insects. He emigrated from Great Britain in the 1850s. He helped found the Queensland Philosphical Society in 1859, the first scientific institution in Australia. He also helped establish the Queensland Museum.

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  • Diggles - 4 Australian Bird Lithographs
    Jul. 27, 2024

    Diggles - 4 Australian Bird Lithographs

    Est: $1,000 - $2,000

    Included in this lot: Red-eyebrowed Finch / Red-tailed Finch / Crimson Finch / Chestnut-eared Finch / Spotted-sided Finch Blue Wren / Long-tailed Wren / Graceful Wren / Black-backed Wren / Banded Wren / Lambert's Wren Bicheno's Finch / Black-rumped Finch / Red-eared Finch / Plain-coloured Finch Plumed Ptilotis / Graceful Ptilotis / Fasciated Ptilotis / Yellow-tufted Honeyeater / Fuscous Honeyeater Description of the Work: This lovely, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Silvester Diggles's Companion to Gould's Handbook; or, synopsis of the birds of Australia containing nearly one-third of the whole, or about 220 examples, for the most part from the original drawings of Sylvester Diggles.. This is the second edition of the work and was published in Brisbane by Thorne & Greenwell in 1877. The lithographs were completed by Henry Green Eaton, who was a transported convict from England. This was the most ambitious hand-colored work published in Australia. It illustrated over 200 native Australian birds. "The plates and text were originally published in parts between 1866 and 1870 under the title The Ornithology of Australia. Financial crisis and a subsequent drop in subscriber numbers meant Diggles was not able to complete the ornithology to his satisfaction, and by 1877 felt that the series was 'as complete as it probably ever will be.' As a result, the work was reissued in its definitive form with new title..." (Wantrup) Silvester Diggles (1817-1880) was a pioneering Australian naturalist with particular interest in birds and insects. He emigrated from Great Britain in the 1850s. He helped found the Queensland Philosphical Society in 1859, the first scientific institution in Australia. He also helped establish the Queensland Museum.

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  • Diggles - 4 Australian Bird Lithographs
    Jul. 20, 2024

    Diggles - 4 Australian Bird Lithographs

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    This lovely, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Silvester Diggles's Companion to Gould's Handbook; or, synopsis of the birds of Australia containing nearly one-third of the whole, or about 220 examples, for the most part from the original drawings of Sylvester Diggles.. This is the second edition of the work and was published in Brisbane by Thorne & Greenwell in 1877. The lithographs were completed by Henry Green Eaton, who was a transported convict from England. This was the most ambitious hand-colored work published in Australia. It illustrated over 200 native Australian birds. "The plates and text were originally published in parts between 1866 and 1870 under the title The Ornithology of Australia. Financial crisis and a subsequent drop in subscriber numbers meant Diggles was not able to complete the ornithology to his satisfaction, and by 1877 felt that the series was 'as complete as it probably ever will be.' As a result, the work was reissued in its definitive form with new title..." (Wantrup) Silvester Diggles (1817-1880) was a pioneering Australian naturalist with particular interest in birds and insects. He emigrated from Great Britain in the 1850s. He helped found the Queensland Philosphical Society in 1859, the first scientific institution in Australia. He also helped establish the Queensland Museum.

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  • Diggles, Australia - Leadbeater's Cockatoo
    Jul. 13, 2024

    Diggles, Australia - Leadbeater's Cockatoo

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    This lovely, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Silvester Diggles's Companion to Gould's Handbook; or, synopsis of the birds of Australia containing nearly one-third of the whole, or about 220 examples, for the most part from the original drawings of Sylvester Diggles.. This is the second edition of the work and was published in Brisbane by Thorne & Greenwell in 1877. The lithographs were completed by Henry Green Eaton, who was a transported convict from England. This was the most ambitious hand-colored work published in Australia. It illustrated over 200 native Australian birds. "The plates and text were originally published in parts between 1866 and 1870 under the title The Ornithology of Australia. Financial crisis and a subsequent drop in subscriber numbers meant Diggles was not able to complete the ornithology to his satisfaction, and by 1877 felt that the series was 'as complete as it probably ever will be.' As a result, the work was reissued in its definitive form with new title..." (Wantrup) Silvester Diggles (1817-1880) was a pioneering Australian naturalist with particular interest in birds and insects. He emigrated from Great Britain in the 1850s. He helped found the Queensland Philosphical Society in 1859, the first scientific institution in Australia. He also helped establish the Queensland Museum.

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  • Diggles, Australia - Chestnut-faced Owl
    Jul. 13, 2024

    Diggles, Australia - Chestnut-faced Owl

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    This lovely, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Silvester Diggles's Companion to Gould's Handbook; or, synopsis of the birds of Australia containing nearly one-third of the whole, or about 220 examples, for the most part from the original drawings of Sylvester Diggles.. This is the second edition of the work and was published in Brisbane by Thorne & Greenwell in 1877. The lithographs were completed by Henry Green Eaton, who was a transported convict from England. This was the most ambitious hand-colored work published in Australia. It illustrated over 200 native Australian birds. "The plates and text were originally published in parts between 1866 and 1870 under the title The Ornithology of Australia. Financial crisis and a subsequent drop in subscriber numbers meant Diggles was not able to complete the ornithology to his satisfaction, and by 1877 felt that the series was 'as complete as it probably ever will be.' As a result, the work was reissued in its definitive form with new title..." (Wantrup) Silvester Diggles (1817-1880) was a pioneering Australian naturalist with particular interest in birds and insects. He emigrated from Great Britain in the 1850s. He helped found the Queensland Philosphical Society in 1859, the first scientific institution in Australia. He also helped establish the Queensland Museum.

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  • Diggles, Australia - Plumed Egret
    Jul. 13, 2024

    Diggles, Australia - Plumed Egret

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    This lovely, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Silvester Diggles's Companion to Gould's Handbook; or, synopsis of the birds of Australia containing nearly one-third of the whole, or about 220 examples, for the most part from the original drawings of Sylvester Diggles.. This is the second edition of the work and was published in Brisbane by Thorne & Greenwell in 1877. The lithographs were completed by Henry Green Eaton, who was a transported convict from England. This was the most ambitious hand-colored work published in Australia. It illustrated over 200 native Australian birds. "The plates and text were originally published in parts between 1866 and 1870 under the title The Ornithology of Australia. Financial crisis and a subsequent drop in subscriber numbers meant Diggles was not able to complete the ornithology to his satisfaction, and by 1877 felt that the series was 'as complete as it probably ever will be.' As a result, the work was reissued in its definitive form with new title..." (Wantrup) Silvester Diggles (1817-1880) was a pioneering Australian naturalist with particular interest in birds and insects. He emigrated from Great Britain in the 1850s. He helped found the Queensland Philosphical Society in 1859, the first scientific institution in Australia. He also helped establish the Queensland Museum.

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  • Diggles, Australia - Yellow-necked Bittern
    Jul. 13, 2024

    Diggles, Australia - Yellow-necked Bittern

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    This lovely, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Silvester Diggles's Companion to Gould's Handbook; or, synopsis of the birds of Australia containing nearly one-third of the whole, or about 220 examples, for the most part from the original drawings of Sylvester Diggles.. This is the second edition of the work and was published in Brisbane by Thorne & Greenwell in 1877. The lithographs were completed by Henry Green Eaton, who was a transported convict from England. This was the most ambitious hand-colored work published in Australia. It illustrated over 200 native Australian birds. "The plates and text were originally published in parts between 1866 and 1870 under the title The Ornithology of Australia. Financial crisis and a subsequent drop in subscriber numbers meant Diggles was not able to complete the ornithology to his satisfaction, and by 1877 felt that the series was 'as complete as it probably ever will be.' As a result, the work was reissued in its definitive form with new title..." (Wantrup) Silvester Diggles (1817-1880) was a pioneering Australian naturalist with particular interest in birds and insects. He emigrated from Great Britain in the 1850s. He helped found the Queensland Philosphical Society in 1859, the first scientific institution in Australia. He also helped establish the Queensland Museum.

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  • Diggles, Australia - Channel-bill Cuckoo
    Jul. 13, 2024

    Diggles, Australia - Channel-bill Cuckoo

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    This lovely, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Silvester Diggles's Companion to Gould's Handbook; or, synopsis of the birds of Australia containing nearly one-third of the whole, or about 220 examples, for the most part from the original drawings of Sylvester Diggles.. This is the second edition of the work and was published in Brisbane by Thorne & Greenwell in 1877. The lithographs were completed by Henry Green Eaton, who was a transported convict from England. This was the most ambitious hand-colored work published in Australia. It illustrated over 200 native Australian birds. "The plates and text were originally published in parts between 1866 and 1870 under the title The Ornithology of Australia. Financial crisis and a subsequent drop in subscriber numbers meant Diggles was not able to complete the ornithology to his satisfaction, and by 1877 felt that the series was 'as complete as it probably ever will be.' As a result, the work was reissued in its definitive form with new title..." (Wantrup) Silvester Diggles (1817-1880) was a pioneering Australian naturalist with particular interest in birds and insects. He emigrated from Great Britain in the 1850s. He helped found the Queensland Philosphical Society in 1859, the first scientific institution in Australia. He also helped establish the Queensland Museum.

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  • Diggles, Australia - Cockatoo Parrakeet
    Jul. 06, 2024

    Diggles, Australia - Cockatoo Parrakeet

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    This lovely, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Silvester Diggles's Companion to Gould's Handbook; or, synopsis of the birds of Australia containing nearly one-third of the whole, or about 220 examples, for the most part from the original drawings of Sylvester Diggles.. This is the second edition of the work and was published in Brisbane by Thorne & Greenwell in 1877. The lithographs were completed by Henry Green Eaton, who was a transported convict from England. This was the most ambitious hand-colored work published in Australia. It illustrated over 200 native Australian birds. "The plates and text were originally published in parts between 1866 and 1870 under the title The Ornithology of Australia. Financial crisis and a subsequent drop in subscriber numbers meant Diggles was not able to complete the ornithology to his satisfaction, and by 1877 felt that the series was 'as complete as it probably ever will be.' As a result, the work was reissued in its definitive form with new title..." (Wantrup) Silvester Diggles (1817-1880) was a pioneering Australian naturalist with particular interest in birds and insects. He emigrated from Great Britain in the 1850s. He helped found the Queensland Philosphical Society in 1859, the first scientific institution in Australia. He also helped establish the Queensland Museum.

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  • Diggles, Australia - Blood-stained Cockatoo
    Jul. 06, 2024

    Diggles, Australia - Blood-stained Cockatoo

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    This lovely, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Silvester Diggles's Companion to Gould's Handbook; or, synopsis of the birds of Australia containing nearly one-third of the whole, or about 220 examples, for the most part from the original drawings of Sylvester Diggles.. This is the second edition of the work and was published in Brisbane by Thorne & Greenwell in 1877. The lithographs were completed by Henry Green Eaton, who was a transported convict from England. This was the most ambitious hand-colored work published in Australia. It illustrated over 200 native Australian birds. "The plates and text were originally published in parts between 1866 and 1870 under the title The Ornithology of Australia. Financial crisis and a subsequent drop in subscriber numbers meant Diggles was not able to complete the ornithology to his satisfaction, and by 1877 felt that the series was 'as complete as it probably ever will be.' As a result, the work was reissued in its definitive form with new title..." (Wantrup) Silvester Diggles (1817-1880) was a pioneering Australian naturalist with particular interest in birds and insects. He emigrated from Great Britain in the 1850s. He helped found the Queensland Philosphical Society in 1859, the first scientific institution in Australia. He also helped establish the Queensland Museum.

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  • Diggles, Australia - Waller's Owl
    Jul. 06, 2024

    Diggles, Australia - Waller's Owl

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    This lovely, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Silvester Diggles's Companion to Gould's Handbook; or, synopsis of the birds of Australia containing nearly one-third of the whole, or about 220 examples, for the most part from the original drawings of Sylvester Diggles.. This is the second edition of the work and was published in Brisbane by Thorne & Greenwell in 1877. The lithographs were completed by Henry Green Eaton, who was a transported convict from England. This was the most ambitious hand-colored work published in Australia. It illustrated over 200 native Australian birds. "The plates and text were originally published in parts between 1866 and 1870 under the title The Ornithology of Australia. Financial crisis and a subsequent drop in subscriber numbers meant Diggles was not able to complete the ornithology to his satisfaction, and by 1877 felt that the series was 'as complete as it probably ever will be.' As a result, the work was reissued in its definitive form with new title..." (Wantrup) Silvester Diggles (1817-1880) was a pioneering Australian naturalist with particular interest in birds and insects. He emigrated from Great Britain in the 1850s. He helped found the Queensland Philosphical Society in 1859, the first scientific institution in Australia. He also helped establish the Queensland Museum.

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  • Diggles, Australia - White-fronted Falcon
    Jul. 06, 2024

    Diggles, Australia - White-fronted Falcon

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    This lovely, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Silvester Diggles's Companion to Gould's Handbook; or, synopsis of the birds of Australia containing nearly one-third of the whole, or about 220 examples, for the most part from the original drawings of Sylvester Diggles.. This is the second edition of the work and was published in Brisbane by Thorne & Greenwell in 1877. The lithographs were completed by Henry Green Eaton, who was a transported convict from England. This was the most ambitious hand-colored work published in Australia. It illustrated over 200 native Australian birds. "The plates and text were originally published in parts between 1866 and 1870 under the title The Ornithology of Australia. Financial crisis and a subsequent drop in subscriber numbers meant Diggles was not able to complete the ornithology to his satisfaction, and by 1877 felt that the series was 'as complete as it probably ever will be.' As a result, the work was reissued in its definitive form with new title..." (Wantrup) Silvester Diggles (1817-1880) was a pioneering Australian naturalist with particular interest in birds and insects. He emigrated from Great Britain in the 1850s. He helped found the Queensland Philosphical Society in 1859, the first scientific institution in Australia. He also helped establish the Queensland Museum.

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  • Diggles, Australia - Australian Mycteria
    Jul. 06, 2024

    Diggles, Australia - Australian Mycteria

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    This lovely, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Silvester Diggles's Companion to Gould's Handbook; or, synopsis of the birds of Australia containing nearly one-third of the whole, or about 220 examples, for the most part from the original drawings of Sylvester Diggles.. This is the second edition of the work and was published in Brisbane by Thorne & Greenwell in 1877. The lithographs were completed by Henry Green Eaton, who was a transported convict from England. This was the most ambitious hand-colored work published in Australia. It illustrated over 200 native Australian birds. "The plates and text were originally published in parts between 1866 and 1870 under the title The Ornithology of Australia. Financial crisis and a subsequent drop in subscriber numbers meant Diggles was not able to complete the ornithology to his satisfaction, and by 1877 felt that the series was 'as complete as it probably ever will be.' As a result, the work was reissued in its definitive form with new title..." (Wantrup) Silvester Diggles (1817-1880) was a pioneering Australian naturalist with particular interest in birds and insects. He emigrated from Great Britain in the 1850s. He helped found the Queensland Philosphical Society in 1859, the first scientific institution in Australia. He also helped establish the Queensland Museum.

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  • Diggles, Australia - Beautiful Parrakeet / Many colored Parrakeet
    Jun. 29, 2024

    Diggles, Australia - Beautiful Parrakeet / Many colored Parrakeet

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    This lovely, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Silvester Diggles's Companion to Gould's Handbook; or, synopsis of the birds of Australia containing nearly one-third of the whole, or about 220 examples, for the most part from the original drawings of Sylvester Diggles.. This is the second edition of the work and was published in Brisbane by Thorne & Greenwell in 1877. The lithographs were completed by Henry Green Eaton, who was a transported convict from England. This was the most ambitious hand-colored work published in Australia. It illustrated over 200 native Australian birds. "The plates and text were originally published in parts between 1866 and 1870 under the title The Ornithology of Australia. Financial crisis and a subsequent drop in subscriber numbers meant Diggles was not able to complete the ornithology to his satisfaction, and by 1877 felt that the series was 'as complete as it probably ever will be.' As a result, the work was reissued in its definitive form with new title..." (Wantrup) Silvester Diggles (1817-1880) was a pioneering Australian naturalist with particular interest in birds and insects. He emigrated from Great Britain in the 1850s. He helped found the Queensland Philosphical Society in 1859, the first scientific institution in Australia. He also helped establish the Queensland Museum.

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  • Diggles, Australia - Scaly-breasted Lorikeet / Musky Lorikeet
    Jun. 29, 2024

    Diggles, Australia - Scaly-breasted Lorikeet / Musky Lorikeet

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    This lovely, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Silvester Diggles's Companion to Gould's Handbook; or, synopsis of the birds of Australia containing nearly one-third of the whole, or about 220 examples, for the most part from the original drawings of Sylvester Diggles.. This is the second edition of the work and was published in Brisbane by Thorne & Greenwell in 1877. The lithographs were completed by Henry Green Eaton, who was a transported convict from England. This was the most ambitious hand-colored work published in Australia. It illustrated over 200 native Australian birds. "The plates and text were originally published in parts between 1866 and 1870 under the title The Ornithology of Australia. Financial crisis and a subsequent drop in subscriber numbers meant Diggles was not able to complete the ornithology to his satisfaction, and by 1877 felt that the series was 'as complete as it probably ever will be.' As a result, the work was reissued in its definitive form with new title..." (Wantrup) Silvester Diggles (1817-1880) was a pioneering Australian naturalist with particular interest in birds and insects. He emigrated from Great Britain in the 1850s. He helped found the Queensland Philosphical Society in 1859, the first scientific institution in Australia. He also helped establish the Queensland Museum.

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  • Diggles, Australia - Superb Fruit Pigeon
    Jun. 29, 2024

    Diggles, Australia - Superb Fruit Pigeon

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    This lovely, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Silvester Diggles's Companion to Gould's Handbook; or, synopsis of the birds of Australia containing nearly one-third of the whole, or about 220 examples, for the most part from the original drawings of Sylvester Diggles.. This is the second edition of the work and was published in Brisbane by Thorne & Greenwell in 1877. The lithographs were completed by Henry Green Eaton, who was a transported convict from England. This was the most ambitious hand-colored work published in Australia. It illustrated over 200 native Australian birds. "The plates and text were originally published in parts between 1866 and 1870 under the title The Ornithology of Australia. Financial crisis and a subsequent drop in subscriber numbers meant Diggles was not able to complete the ornithology to his satisfaction, and by 1877 felt that the series was 'as complete as it probably ever will be.' As a result, the work was reissued in its definitive form with new title..." (Wantrup) Silvester Diggles (1817-1880) was a pioneering Australian naturalist with particular interest in birds and insects. He emigrated from Great Britain in the 1850s. He helped found the Queensland Philosphical Society in 1859, the first scientific institution in Australia. He also helped establish the Queensland Museum.

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  • Diggles, Australia - New Holland Darter
    Jun. 29, 2024

    Diggles, Australia - New Holland Darter

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    This lovely, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Silvester Diggles's Companion to Gould's Handbook; or, synopsis of the birds of Australia containing nearly one-third of the whole, or about 220 examples, for the most part from the original drawings of Sylvester Diggles.. This is the second edition of the work and was published in Brisbane by Thorne & Greenwell in 1877. The lithographs were completed by Henry Green Eaton, who was a transported convict from England. This was the most ambitious hand-colored work published in Australia. It illustrated over 200 native Australian birds. "The plates and text were originally published in parts between 1866 and 1870 under the title The Ornithology of Australia. Financial crisis and a subsequent drop in subscriber numbers meant Diggles was not able to complete the ornithology to his satisfaction, and by 1877 felt that the series was 'as complete as it probably ever will be.' As a result, the work was reissued in its definitive form with new title..." (Wantrup) Silvester Diggles (1817-1880) was a pioneering Australian naturalist with particular interest in birds and insects. He emigrated from Great Britain in the 1850s. He helped found the Queensland Philosphical Society in 1859, the first scientific institution in Australia. He also helped establish the Queensland Museum.

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  • Diggles, Australia - Great Palm Cockatoo
    Jun. 22, 2024

    Diggles, Australia - Great Palm Cockatoo

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    This lovely, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Silvester Diggles's Companion to Gould's Handbook; or, synopsis of the birds of Australia containing nearly one-third of the whole, or about 220 examples, for the most part from the original drawings of Sylvester Diggles.. This is the second edition of the work and was published in Brisbane by Thorne & Greenwell in 1877. The lithographs were completed by Henry Green Eaton, who was a transported convict from England. This was the most ambitious hand-colored work published in Australia. It illustrated over 200 native Australian birds. "The plates and text were originally published in parts between 1866 and 1870 under the title The Ornithology of Australia. Financial crisis and a subsequent drop in subscriber numbers meant Diggles was not able to complete the ornithology to his satisfaction, and by 1877 felt that the series was 'as complete as it probably ever will be.' As a result, the work was reissued in its definitive form with new title..." (Wantrup) Silvester Diggles (1817-1880) was a pioneering Australian naturalist with particular interest in birds and insects. He emigrated from Great Britain in the 1850s. He helped found the Queensland Philosphical Society in 1859, the first scientific institution in Australia. He also helped establish the Queensland Museum.

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  • Diggles, Australia - Australian Pelican
    Jun. 22, 2024

    Diggles, Australia - Australian Pelican

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    This lovely, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Silvester Diggles's Companion to Gould's Handbook; or, synopsis of the birds of Australia containing nearly one-third of the whole, or about 220 examples, for the most part from the original drawings of Sylvester Diggles.. This is the second edition of the work and was published in Brisbane by Thorne & Greenwell in 1877. The lithographs were completed by Henry Green Eaton, who was a transported convict from England. This was the most ambitious hand-colored work published in Australia. It illustrated over 200 native Australian birds. "The plates and text were originally published in parts between 1866 and 1870 under the title The Ornithology of Australia. Financial crisis and a subsequent drop in subscriber numbers meant Diggles was not able to complete the ornithology to his satisfaction, and by 1877 felt that the series was 'as complete as it probably ever will be.' As a result, the work was reissued in its definitive form with new title..." (Wantrup) Silvester Diggles (1817-1880) was a pioneering Australian naturalist with particular interest in birds and insects. He emigrated from Great Britain in the 1850s. He helped found the Queensland Philosphical Society in 1859, the first scientific institution in Australia. He also helped establish the Queensland Museum.

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  • Diggles, Australia - Magnificent Fruit Pigeon
    Jun. 22, 2024

    Diggles, Australia - Magnificent Fruit Pigeon

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    This lovely, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Silvester Diggles's Companion to Gould's Handbook; or, synopsis of the birds of Australia containing nearly one-third of the whole, or about 220 examples, for the most part from the original drawings of Sylvester Diggles.. This is the second edition of the work and was published in Brisbane by Thorne & Greenwell in 1877. The lithographs were completed by Henry Green Eaton, who was a transported convict from England. This was the most ambitious hand-colored work published in Australia. It illustrated over 200 native Australian birds. "The plates and text were originally published in parts between 1866 and 1870 under the title The Ornithology of Australia. Financial crisis and a subsequent drop in subscriber numbers meant Diggles was not able to complete the ornithology to his satisfaction, and by 1877 felt that the series was 'as complete as it probably ever will be.' As a result, the work was reissued in its definitive form with new title..." (Wantrup) Silvester Diggles (1817-1880) was a pioneering Australian naturalist with particular interest in birds and insects. He emigrated from Great Britain in the 1850s. He helped found the Queensland Philosphical Society in 1859, the first scientific institution in Australia. He also helped establish the Queensland Museum.

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  • Diggles, Australia -Moth-plumaged Podargus
    Jun. 22, 2024

    Diggles, Australia -Moth-plumaged Podargus

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    This lovely, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Silvester Diggles's Companion to Gould's Handbook; or, synopsis of the birds of Australia containing nearly one-third of the whole, or about 220 examples, for the most part from the original drawings of Sylvester Diggles.. This is the second edition of the work and was published in Brisbane by Thorne & Greenwell in 1877. The lithographs were completed by Henry Green Eaton, who was a transported convict from England. This was the most ambitious hand-colored work published in Australia. It illustrated over 200 native Australian birds. "The plates and text were originally published in parts between 1866 and 1870 under the title The Ornithology of Australia. Financial crisis and a subsequent drop in subscriber numbers meant Diggles was not able to complete the ornithology to his satisfaction, and by 1877 felt that the series was 'as complete as it probably ever will be.' As a result, the work was reissued in its definitive form with new title..." (Wantrup) Silvester Diggles (1817-1880) was a pioneering Australian naturalist with particular interest in birds and insects. He emigrated from Great Britain in the 1850s. He helped found the Queensland Philosphical Society in 1859, the first scientific institution in Australia. He also helped establish the Queensland Museum.

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  • Diggles, Australia - White-eyed Crow
    Jun. 22, 2024

    Diggles, Australia - White-eyed Crow

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    This lovely, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Silvester Diggles's Companion to Gould's Handbook; or, synopsis of the birds of Australia containing nearly one-third of the whole, or about 220 examples, for the most part from the original drawings of Sylvester Diggles.. This is the second edition of the work and was published in Brisbane by Thorne & Greenwell in 1877. The lithographs were completed by Henry Green Eaton, who was a transported convict from England. This was the most ambitious hand-colored work published in Australia. It illustrated over 200 native Australian birds. "The plates and text were originally published in parts between 1866 and 1870 under the title The Ornithology of Australia. Financial crisis and a subsequent drop in subscriber numbers meant Diggles was not able to complete the ornithology to his satisfaction, and by 1877 felt that the series was 'as complete as it probably ever will be.' As a result, the work was reissued in its definitive form with new title..." (Wantrup) Silvester Diggles (1817-1880) was a pioneering Australian naturalist with particular interest in birds and insects. He emigrated from Great Britain in the 1850s. He helped found the Queensland Philosphical Society in 1859, the first scientific institution in Australia. He also helped establish the Queensland Museum.

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  • Diggles, Australia - Rose-breasted Cockatoo
    Jun. 15, 2024

    Diggles, Australia - Rose-breasted Cockatoo

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    This lovely, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Silvester Diggles's Companion to Gould's Handbook; or, synopsis of the birds of Australia containing nearly one-third of the whole, or about 220 examples, for the most part from the original drawings of Sylvester Diggles.. This is the second edition of the work and was published in Brisbane by Thorne & Greenwell in 1877. The lithographs were completed by Henry Green Eaton, who was a transported convict from England. This was the most ambitious hand-colored work published in Australia. It illustrated over 200 native Australian birds. "The plates and text were originally published in parts between 1866 and 1870 under the title The Ornithology of Australia. Financial crisis and a subsequent drop in subscriber numbers meant Diggles was not able to complete the ornithology to his satisfaction, and by 1877 felt that the series was 'as complete as it probably ever will be.' As a result, the work was reissued in its definitive form with new title..." (Wantrup) Silvester Diggles (1817-1880) was a pioneering Australian naturalist with particular interest in birds and insects. He emigrated from Great Britain in the 1850s. He helped found the Queensland Philosphical Society in 1859, the first scientific institution in Australia. He also helped establish the Queensland Museum.

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  • Diggles, Australia - Pale-headed Parrakeet / Yellow-rumped Parrakeet
    Jun. 15, 2024

    Diggles, Australia - Pale-headed Parrakeet / Yellow-rumped Parrakeet

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    This lovely, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Silvester Diggles's Companion to Gould's Handbook; or, synopsis of the birds of Australia containing nearly one-third of the whole, or about 220 examples, for the most part from the original drawings of Sylvester Diggles.. This is the second edition of the work and was published in Brisbane by Thorne & Greenwell in 1877. The lithographs were completed by Henry Green Eaton, who was a transported convict from England. This was the most ambitious hand-colored work published in Australia. It illustrated over 200 native Australian birds. "The plates and text were originally published in parts between 1866 and 1870 under the title The Ornithology of Australia. Financial crisis and a subsequent drop in subscriber numbers meant Diggles was not able to complete the ornithology to his satisfaction, and by 1877 felt that the series was 'as complete as it probably ever will be.' As a result, the work was reissued in its definitive form with new title..." (Wantrup) Silvester Diggles (1817-1880) was a pioneering Australian naturalist with particular interest in birds and insects. He emigrated from Great Britain in the 1850s. He helped found the Queensland Philosphical Society in 1859, the first scientific institution in Australia. He also helped establish the Queensland Museum.

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  • Diggles, Australia - Yellow-bellied Parrakeet / Barnard's Parrakeet
    Jun. 15, 2024

    Diggles, Australia - Yellow-bellied Parrakeet / Barnard's Parrakeet

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    This lovely, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Silvester Diggles's Companion to Gould's Handbook; or, synopsis of the birds of Australia containing nearly one-third of the whole, or about 220 examples, for the most part from the original drawings of Sylvester Diggles.. This is the second edition of the work and was published in Brisbane by Thorne & Greenwell in 1877. The lithographs were completed by Henry Green Eaton, who was a transported convict from England. This was the most ambitious hand-colored work published in Australia. It illustrated over 200 native Australian birds. "The plates and text were originally published in parts between 1866 and 1870 under the title The Ornithology of Australia. Financial crisis and a subsequent drop in subscriber numbers meant Diggles was not able to complete the ornithology to his satisfaction, and by 1877 felt that the series was 'as complete as it probably ever will be.' As a result, the work was reissued in its definitive form with new title..." (Wantrup) Silvester Diggles (1817-1880) was a pioneering Australian naturalist with particular interest in birds and insects. He emigrated from Great Britain in the 1850s. He helped found the Queensland Philosphical Society in 1859, the first scientific institution in Australia. He also helped establish the Queensland Museum.

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  • Diggles, Australia - Musk Duck
    Jun. 15, 2024

    Diggles, Australia - Musk Duck

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    This lovely, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Silvester Diggles's Companion to Gould's Handbook; or, synopsis of the birds of Australia containing nearly one-third of the whole, or about 220 examples, for the most part from the original drawings of Sylvester Diggles.. This is the second edition of the work and was published in Brisbane by Thorne & Greenwell in 1877. The lithographs were completed by Henry Green Eaton, who was a transported convict from England. This was the most ambitious hand-colored work published in Australia. It illustrated over 200 native Australian birds. "The plates and text were originally published in parts between 1866 and 1870 under the title The Ornithology of Australia. Financial crisis and a subsequent drop in subscriber numbers meant Diggles was not able to complete the ornithology to his satisfaction, and by 1877 felt that the series was 'as complete as it probably ever will be.' As a result, the work was reissued in its definitive form with new title..." (Wantrup) Silvester Diggles (1817-1880) was a pioneering Australian naturalist with particular interest in birds and insects. He emigrated from Great Britain in the 1850s. He helped found the Queensland Philosphical Society in 1859, the first scientific institution in Australia. He also helped establish the Queensland Museum.

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  • Diggles, Australia - Wedge-tailed Eagle
    Jun. 15, 2024

    Diggles, Australia - Wedge-tailed Eagle

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    This lovely, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Silvester Diggles's Companion to Gould's Handbook; or, synopsis of the birds of Australia containing nearly one-third of the whole, or about 220 examples, for the most part from the original drawings of Sylvester Diggles.. This is the second edition of the work and was published in Brisbane by Thorne & Greenwell in 1877. The lithographs were completed by Henry Green Eaton, who was a transported convict from England. This was the most ambitious hand-colored work published in Australia. It illustrated over 200 native Australian birds. "The plates and text were originally published in parts between 1866 and 1870 under the title The Ornithology of Australia. Financial crisis and a subsequent drop in subscriber numbers meant Diggles was not able to complete the ornithology to his satisfaction, and by 1877 felt that the series was 'as complete as it probably ever will be.' As a result, the work was reissued in its definitive form with new title..." (Wantrup) Silvester Diggles (1817-1880) was a pioneering Australian naturalist with particular interest in birds and insects. He emigrated from Great Britain in the 1850s. He helped found the Queensland Philosphical Society in 1859, the first scientific institution in Australia. He also helped establish the Queensland Museum.

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  • Diggles, Australia - Leach's Cockatoo
    Jun. 08, 2024

    Diggles, Australia - Leach's Cockatoo

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    This lovely, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Silvester Diggles's Companion to Gould's Handbook; or, synopsis of the birds of Australia containing nearly one-third of the whole, or about 220 examples, for the most part from the original drawings of Sylvester Diggles.. This is the second edition of the work and was published in Brisbane by Thorne & Greenwell in 1877. The lithographs were completed by Henry Green Eaton, who was a transported convict from England. This was the most ambitious hand-colored work published in Australia. It illustrated over 200 native Australian birds. "The plates and text were originally published in parts between 1866 and 1870 under the title The Ornithology of Australia. Financial crisis and a subsequent drop in subscriber numbers meant Diggles was not able to complete the ornithology to his satisfaction, and by 1877 felt that the series was 'as complete as it probably ever will be.' As a result, the work was reissued in its definitive form with new title..." (Wantrup) Silvester Diggles (1817-1880) was a pioneering Australian naturalist with particular interest in birds and insects. He emigrated from Great Britain in the 1850s. He helped found the Queensland Philosphical Society in 1859, the first scientific institution in Australia. He also helped establish the Queensland Museum.

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  • Diggles, Australia - Splendid Grass Parrakeet / Blue-banded Grass Parrakeet
    Jun. 08, 2024

    Diggles, Australia - Splendid Grass Parrakeet / Blue-banded Grass Parrakeet

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    This lovely, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Silvester Diggles's Companion to Gould's Handbook; or, synopsis of the birds of Australia containing nearly one-third of the whole, or about 220 examples, for the most part from the original drawings of Sylvester Diggles.. This is the second edition of the work and was published in Brisbane by Thorne & Greenwell in 1877. The lithographs were completed by Henry Green Eaton, who was a transported convict from England. This was the most ambitious hand-colored work published in Australia. It illustrated over 200 native Australian birds. "The plates and text were originally published in parts between 1866 and 1870 under the title The Ornithology of Australia. Financial crisis and a subsequent drop in subscriber numbers meant Diggles was not able to complete the ornithology to his satisfaction, and by 1877 felt that the series was 'as complete as it probably ever will be.' As a result, the work was reissued in its definitive form with new title..." (Wantrup) Silvester Diggles (1817-1880) was a pioneering Australian naturalist with particular interest in birds and insects. He emigrated from Great Britain in the 1850s. He helped found the Queensland Philosphical Society in 1859, the first scientific institution in Australia. He also helped establish the Queensland Museum.

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  • Diggles, Australia - Orange-bellied Grass Parrakeet / Elegant Grass Parrakeet / Warbling Grass Parrakeet
    Jun. 08, 2024

    Diggles, Australia - Orange-bellied Grass Parrakeet / Elegant Grass Parrakeet / Warbling Grass Parrakeet

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    This lovely, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Silvester Diggles's Companion to Gould's Handbook; or, synopsis of the birds of Australia containing nearly one-third of the whole, or about 220 examples, for the most part from the original drawings of Sylvester Diggles.. This is the second edition of the work and was published in Brisbane by Thorne & Greenwell in 1877. The lithographs were completed by Henry Green Eaton, who was a transported convict from England. This was the most ambitious hand-colored work published in Australia. It illustrated over 200 native Australian birds. "The plates and text were originally published in parts between 1866 and 1870 under the title The Ornithology of Australia. Financial crisis and a subsequent drop in subscriber numbers meant Diggles was not able to complete the ornithology to his satisfaction, and by 1877 felt that the series was 'as complete as it probably ever will be.' As a result, the work was reissued in its definitive form with new title..." (Wantrup) Silvester Diggles (1817-1880) was a pioneering Australian naturalist with particular interest in birds and insects. He emigrated from Great Britain in the 1850s. He helped found the Queensland Philosphical Society in 1859, the first scientific institution in Australia. He also helped establish the Queensland Museum.

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  • Diggles, Australia - Australian Roller
    Jun. 08, 2024

    Diggles, Australia - Australian Roller

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    This lovely, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Silvester Diggles's Companion to Gould's Handbook; or, synopsis of the birds of Australia containing nearly one-third of the whole, or about 220 examples, for the most part from the original drawings of Sylvester Diggles.. This is the second edition of the work and was published in Brisbane by Thorne & Greenwell in 1877. The lithographs were completed by Henry Green Eaton, who was a transported convict from England. This was the most ambitious hand-colored work published in Australia. It illustrated over 200 native Australian birds. "The plates and text were originally published in parts between 1866 and 1870 under the title The Ornithology of Australia. Financial crisis and a subsequent drop in subscriber numbers meant Diggles was not able to complete the ornithology to his satisfaction, and by 1877 felt that the series was 'as complete as it probably ever will be.' As a result, the work was reissued in its definitive form with new title..." (Wantrup) Silvester Diggles (1817-1880) was a pioneering Australian naturalist with particular interest in birds and insects. He emigrated from Great Britain in the 1850s. He helped found the Queensland Philosphical Society in 1859, the first scientific institution in Australia. He also helped establish the Queensland Museum.

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  • Diggles, Australia - Blue-faced Entomyza / White-pinioned Entomyza or Honey-eater
    Jun. 08, 2024

    Diggles, Australia - Blue-faced Entomyza / White-pinioned Entomyza or Honey-eater

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    This lovely, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Silvester Diggles's Companion to Gould's Handbook; or, synopsis of the birds of Australia containing nearly one-third of the whole, or about 220 examples, for the most part from the original drawings of Sylvester Diggles.. This is the second edition of the work and was published in Brisbane by Thorne & Greenwell in 1877. The lithographs were completed by Henry Green Eaton, who was a transported convict from England. This was the most ambitious hand-colored work published in Australia. It illustrated over 200 native Australian birds. "The plates and text were originally published in parts between 1866 and 1870 under the title The Ornithology of Australia. Financial crisis and a subsequent drop in subscriber numbers meant Diggles was not able to complete the ornithology to his satisfaction, and by 1877 felt that the series was 'as complete as it probably ever will be.' As a result, the work was reissued in its definitive form with new title..." (Wantrup) Silvester Diggles (1817-1880) was a pioneering Australian naturalist with particular interest in birds and insects. He emigrated from Great Britain in the 1850s. He helped found the Queensland Philosphical Society in 1859, the first scientific institution in Australia. He also helped establish the Queensland Museum.

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  • Diggles, Australia - Swift Lorikeet & Coxen's Parrakeet
    Jun. 01, 2024

    Diggles, Australia - Swift Lorikeet & Coxen's Parrakeet

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    This lovely, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Silvester Diggles's Companion to Gould's Handbook; or, synopsis of the birds of Australia containing nearly one-third of the whole, or about 220 examples, for the most part from the original drawings of Sylvester Diggles.. This is the second edition of the work and was published in Brisbane by Thorne & Greenwell in 1877. The lithographs were completed by Henry Green Eaton, who was a transported convict from England. This was the most ambitious hand-colored work published in Australia. It illustrated over 200 native Australian birds. "The plates and text were originally published in parts between 1866 and 1870 under the title The Ornithology of Australia. Financial crisis and a subsequent drop in subscriber numbers meant Diggles was not able to complete the ornithology to his satisfaction, and by 1877 felt that the series was 'as complete as it probably ever will be.' As a result, the work was reissued in its definitive form with new title..." (Wantrup) Silvester Diggles (1817-1880) was a pioneering Australian naturalist with particular interest in birds and insects. He emigrated from Great Britain in the 1850s. He helped found the Queensland Philosphical Society in 1859, the first scientific institution in Australia. He also helped establish the Queensland Museum.

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  • Diggles, Australia - White-tailed Kingfisher
    Jun. 01, 2024

    Diggles, Australia - White-tailed Kingfisher

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    This lovely, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Silvester Diggles's Companion to Gould's Handbook; or, synopsis of the birds of Australia containing nearly one-third of the whole, or about 220 examples, for the most part from the original drawings of Sylvester Diggles.. This is the second edition of the work and was published in Brisbane by Thorne & Greenwell in 1877. The lithographs were completed by Henry Green Eaton, who was a transported convict from England. This was the most ambitious hand-colored work published in Australia. It illustrated over 200 native Australian birds. "The plates and text were originally published in parts between 1866 and 1870 under the title The Ornithology of Australia. Financial crisis and a subsequent drop in subscriber numbers meant Diggles was not able to complete the ornithology to his satisfaction, and by 1877 felt that the series was 'as complete as it probably ever will be.' As a result, the work was reissued in its definitive form with new title..." (Wantrup) Silvester Diggles (1817-1880) was a pioneering Australian naturalist with particular interest in birds and insects. He emigrated from Great Britain in the 1850s. He helped found the Queensland Philosphical Society in 1859, the first scientific institution in Australia. He also helped establish the Queensland Museum.

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  • Diggles, Australia - Glossy Ibis
    Jun. 01, 2024

    Diggles, Australia - Glossy Ibis

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    This lovely, originally hand-colored lithograph is from Silvester Diggles's Companion to Gould's Handbook; or, synopsis of the birds of Australia containing nearly one-third of the whole, or about 220 examples, for the most part from the original drawings of Sylvester Diggles.. This is the second edition of the work and was published in Brisbane by Thorne & Greenwell in 1877. The lithographs were completed by Henry Green Eaton, who was a transported convict from England. This was the most ambitious hand-colored work published in Australia. It illustrated over 200 native Australian birds. "The plates and text were originally published in parts between 1866 and 1870 under the title The Ornithology of Australia. Financial crisis and a subsequent drop in subscriber numbers meant Diggles was not able to complete the ornithology to his satisfaction, and by 1877 felt that the series was 'as complete as it probably ever will be.' As a result, the work was reissued in its definitive form with new title..." (Wantrup) Silvester Diggles (1817-1880) was a pioneering Australian naturalist with particular interest in birds and insects. He emigrated from Great Britain in the 1850s. He helped found the Queensland Philosphical Society in 1859, the first scientific institution in Australia. He also helped establish the Queensland Museum.

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