Pigeon Collection (#9)

Pigeons on the Roof (gouache on linen)
GLS314013 Pigeons on the Roof (gouache on linen) by Crawhall, Joseph (1861-1913); 38.1x30.5 cm; Art Gallery and Museum, Kelvingrove, Glasgow, Scotland; © CSG CIC Glasgow Museums Collection

The Presentation in the Temple, c. 1510 (tempera on panel)
MAN370315 The Presentation in the Temple, c.1510 (tempera on panel) by Perugino, Pietro (c.1469-1523) (follower of); 22.4x59.1 cm; Manchester Art Gallery, UK; © Manchester Art Gallery

European turtle dove (Streptopelia turtur) coming to drink. Hungary. July

Wood Pigeons and one Feral Pigeon British Birds
Wood, Pigeons, and, one, Feral, Pigeon, British, Birds, Watercolour, painting, George, Rankin, 12022363

Wompoo pigeon (Ptilinopus magnificus) sitting on nest, Wet Tropics Rainforest area, Queensland, Australia

A pigeon match, five-trap shooting (litho)
7153700 A pigeon match, five-trap shooting (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A pigeon match)

Two Band-tailed Pigeons in a birdfeeder Date: 01-09-2010

The Birds and Creatures of the Air, illustration from Hortus Sanitatis ( The Garden of Health ) 1491 (coloured woodcut)
CHT307447 The Birds and Creatures of the Air, illustration from Hortus Sanitatis ( The Garden of Health ) 1491 (coloured woodcut) by German School

The Love Letter, 1750 (oil on canvas)
7295964 The Love Letter, 1750 (oil on canvas) by Boucher, Francois (1703-70); 81.2x75.2 cm; National Gallery of Art, Washington DC

The vulturs and the pigeons (Les vautours et les pigeons) - Fables by La Fontaine, 19th century (engraving)
DUV4214764 The vulturs and the pigeons (Les vautours et les pigeons) - Fables by La Fontaine, 19th century (engraving) by Grandville (Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard) (1803-47)

Big brother is watching you
Davide Boaretto

Pigeon shooting at Monte Carlo, in the grounds of The Gun Club (engraving)
1064267 Pigeon shooting at Monte Carlo, in the grounds of The Gun Club (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pigeon shooting at Monte Carlo)

DDE-90039317
Middle Fork of the Little Pigeon River, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Tennessee Date: 03/08/2011

DDE-90034165
Norway, Svalbard Archipelago, Spitsbergen. Pigeon guillemot, Cepphus columba, adult swimming alongside sea ice in summer. Date: 14/05/2009

DDE-90029372
France, Provence, Vence. Child's trousers and shoes drying outside a home's window. Date: 30/07/2005

DDE-90029046
Belgium, Brussels, Grand Place. Le Pigeon and La Chaloupe d'Or Guild Halls Date: 27/08/2005

DDE-90026704
New Zealand, Southland, Stewart Island, Halfmoon Bay. New Zealand Pigeon (Hemiphaga novaeseelandiae). Date: 10/07/2007

DDE-90026705
New Zealand, Southland, Stewart Island, Halfmoon Bay. New Zealand Pigeon (Hemiphaga novaeseelandiae). Date: 10/07/2007

DDE-90026200
Australia, Northern Territory, Watarrka National Park, Close-up of Spinifex Pigeon (Geophaps plumifera) in Kings Canyon on summer morning Date: 17/07/2007

Girl with a Dove
Stefan Kamenov

little dove
Stefan Greitzke

rest
HAN dong hee

Pigeons at Singleton; Caswell, 1853-1856 Creator: James Knight
Pigeons at Singleton; Caswell, 1853-1856

Newmarket: A Shot at a Pigeon, August 1, 1801. Creator: James Bretherton
Newmarket: A Shot at a Pigeon, August 1, 1801

European turtle dove (Streptopelia turtur) in flight, Pusztaszer reserve, Hungary. May

Feeding the Pigeons (w / c)
XPG379462 Feeding the Pigeons (w/c) by Strachan, Arthur Claude (1865-1935); Private Collection

Berlin: Taubenhandlung; Pigeon Dealers (b / w photo)
7181346 Berlin: Taubenhandlung; Pigeon Dealers (b/w photo) by Bucovich, Mario (1884-1947); Private Collection; (add.info.: Taubenhandlung; Pigeon Dealer s)

The Lovers World (w / c on paper)
BAG13603 The Lovers World (w/c on paper) by Fortescue-Brickdale, Eleanor (1871-1945); Bristol Museum and Art Gallery, UK; © Bristol Museums, Galleries & Archives

Tray depicting birds, c. 1890-95 (cloisonne enamel) (for reverse see 416491)
AME118623 Tray depicting birds, c.1890-95 (cloisonne enamel) (for reverse see 416491) by Seitei, Watanabe (1851-1918) & Sosuke, Namikawa (fl.1890-95); width:30 cm; Ashmolean Museum

Pigeons: Black-Pied Pouter Cock (colour litho)
7183905 Pigeons: Black-Pied Pouter Cock (colour litho) by Ludlow, J. W. (fl.1850s) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Black-Pied Pouter Cock)

Pigeons: Red-Pied Pouter Cock (colour litho)
7183904 Pigeons: Red-Pied Pouter Cock (colour litho) by Ludlow, J. W. (fl.1850s) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Red-Pied Pouter Cock)

Pigeons: Almond Tumbler Sub-Varieties, Almond Splash, Yellow Agate, Red Agate Splash or Mottle, Kite (colour litho)
7183898 Pigeons: Almond Tumbler Sub-Varieties, Almond Splash, Yellow Agate, Red Agate Splash or Mottle, Kite (colour litho) by Ludlow, J. W

Pigeons: Red, White, and Yellow Dragoons, London Fancy (colour litho)
7183890 Pigeons: Red, White, and Yellow Dragoons, London Fancy (colour litho) by Ludlow, J. W. (fl.1850s) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Red, White, and Yellow Dragoons, London Fancy)

Pigeons: Turbiteens, Blue and Black, Crested, Red and Yellow, Plain Headed (colour litho)
7183879 Pigeons: Turbiteens, Blue and Black, Crested, Red and Yellow, Plain Headed (colour litho) by Ludlow, J. W. (fl.1850s) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Turbiteens, Blue and Black)

Pigeons: Frill-Backs, Plain-Headed and Crested; Scandaroons, Red and Black Pied (colour litho)
7183872 Pigeons: Frill-Backs, Plain-Headed and Crested; Scandaroons, Red and Black Pied (colour litho) by Ludlow, J. W. (fl.1850s) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Frill-Backs)

Pigeons: Ice Pigeons, Ural, Siberian, Silver, Blue (colour litho)
7183868 Pigeons: Ice Pigeons, Ural, Siberian, Silver, Blue (colour litho) by Ludlow, J. W. (fl.1850s) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ice Pigeons, Ural, Siberian, Silver, Blue)

Pigeons: Black Lahore; Red Helmet; Yellow Spot (colour litho)
7183867 Pigeons: Black Lahore; Red Helmet; Yellow Spot (colour litho) by Ludlow, J. W. (fl.1850s) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Black Lahore; Red Helmet; Yellow Spot)

Pigeons: Nuns, Yellow, Black, Red (colour litho)
7183865 Pigeons: Nuns, Yellow, Black, Red (colour litho) by Ludlow, J. W. (fl.1850s) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Nuns, Yellow, Black, Red)

Fables of La Fontaine: The vultures and the pigeons (litho)
6002122 Fables of La Fontaine: The vultures and the pigeons (litho) by Billinghurst, Percy James (1871-1933); Private Collection; (add.info.: The vultures and the pigeons)

Designs for wallpaper and stained glass: "Fish and Seaweed", "Pigeon and Poppies"
5055737 Designs for wallpaper and stained glass: " Fish and Seaweed", " Pigeon and Poppies", from L Animal dans la Decoration by Maurice Pillard Verneuil, pub

Pigeon Columba livia breeds: Pigeon turc ordinaire, bai dore suisse, bagadais batard
6338783 Pigeon Columba livia breeds: Pigeon turc ordinaire, bai dore suisse, bagadais batard by Fries, Adolph (1774-1840) (after); (add.info.: Pigeon Columba livia breeds: Pigeon turc ordinaire)

Pigeons: White Carrier Cock (colour litho)
7183906 Pigeons: White Carrier Cock (colour litho) by Ludlow, J. W. (fl.1850s) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: White Carrier Cock)

Pigeons: Almond Tumbler Cock, 1 1 / 2 Years Old, 2 1 / 2 Years Old, 4 Years Old (colour litho)
7183901 Pigeons: Almond Tumbler Cock, 1 1/2 Years Old, 2 1/2 Years Old, 4 Years Old (colour litho) by Ludlow, J. W. (fl.1850s) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Almond Tumbler Cock)

Pigeons: Short-Faced or Show Antwerps, Blue-Chequered, Red-Chequered; Long-Faced or Flying Antwerps, Red-Chequered
7183886 Pigeons: Short-Faced or Show Antwerps, Blue-Chequered, Red-Chequered; Long-Faced or Flying Antwerps, Red-Chequered, Blue-Chequered (colour litho) by Ludlow, J. W

Pigeons: African Owls, Blue, Black, and White (colour litho)
7183884 Pigeons: African Owls, Blue, Black, and White (colour litho) by Ludlow, J. W. (fl.1850s) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: African Owls, Blue, Black, and White)

Pigeons: Homing Pigeons (colour litho)
7183883 Pigeons: Homing Pigeons (colour litho) by Ludlow, J. W. (fl.1850s) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Homing Pigeons)

Pigeons: Burmese or Florentine; Starling; Spot Fairy (colour litho)
7183873 Pigeons: Burmese or Florentine; Starling; Spot Fairy (colour litho) by Ludlow, J. W. (fl.1850s) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Burmese or Florentine; Starling; Spot Fairy)

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"Pigeons: From Fancy Breeds to Heroic Messengers" Pigeons, often overlooked as mere city dwellers, have a rich history and diverse range of roles in society. From the fancy pigeon breeds admired for their unique appearances to the carrier pigeons that served as messengers during times of war, these birds have captivated our attention throughout the ages. Fancy pigeon breeds showcase an array of stunning colors and patterns. With names like Fantail, Jacobin, and Pouter, these elegant creatures are beloved by enthusiasts worldwide for their beauty and grace. Their intricate feather designs resemble works of art that nature has carefully crafted. But it is not just their looks that make pigeons remarkable; they possess incredible intelligence and navigational skills. Carrier pigeons were once relied upon to deliver important messages across long distances before modern communication methods existed. These brave birds played a vital role in wars throughout history, including World War I when they were released from tanks in France or employed by the British Army messenger service. In religious lore, Saint Francis of Assisi is often depicted with birds surrounding him – two pigeons perched on his shoulders symbolizing peace and harmony. This imagery highlights the gentle nature associated with these avian creatures. Even renowned naturalist John James Audubon recognized the significance of pigeons in his famous illustrations. His depiction of a hawk known as Merlin or pigeon hawk showcases how even predators recognize the value of this species within ecosystems. Beyond their historical importance and cultural symbolism lies another aspect - urban life intertwined with pigeons' presence at Plaza Bolivar in Bogota, Colombia's vibrant capital city located in South America. Here locals gather amidst flocks of cooing pigeons while enjoying moments filled with laughter and joyous interactions between humans and birds alike. Lastly, let us not forget about Eurasian Collared Doves which bear resemblance to common street pigeons but possess distinct characteristics such as buffy-pink plumage and a black neck collar.