Elizabeth Gould

Elizabeth Gould (1804–1841) was a British artist and illustrator renowned for her detailed and lifelike depictions of birds. Collaborating closely with her husband, ornithologist John Gould, she produced over 600 illustrations for works such as A Century of Birds from the Himalaya Mountains and The Birds of Australia. Her artistry combined scientific accuracy with aesthetic appeal, significantly contributing to 19th-century ornithological studies. Notably, her illustration of the Yellow-tailed Black Cockatoo perched on a banksia bush exemplifies her ability to capture the essence of avian subjects within their natural habitats. Despite her substantial contributions, Elizabeth's work was often overshadowed by her husband's prominence.

Elizabeth Gould (1804–1841) was a British artist and illustrator renowned for her detailed and lifelike depictions of birds. Collaborating closely with her husband, ornitho...
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Elizabeth Gould (1804–1841) was a British artist and illustrator renowned for her detailed and lifelike depictions of birds. Collaborating closely with her husband, ornithologist John Gould, she produced over 600 illustrations for works such as A Century of Birds from the Himalaya Mountains and The Birds of Australia. Her artistry combined scientific accuracy with aesthetic appeal, significantly contributing to 19th-century ornithological studies. Notably, her illustration of the Yellow-tailed Black Cockatoo perched on a banksia bush exemplifies her ability to capture the essence of avian subjects within their natural habitats. Despite her substantial contributions, Elizabeth's work was often overshadowed by her husband's prominence.


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