The Taylor White Collection's 18th Century Watercolour Painting of The Parrot of St Thomas
Our Parrot of St Thomas fine art print comes from the original collection of Taylor White F.R.S. (1701-1772). In the mid-18th Century, White commissioned the celebrated wildlife painter, Peter Paillou (c.1720 - c.1790) to paint a number of specimens for his collection. The watercolour painting of the Parrot of St Thomas was one of these masterpieces, which emerged from the collaboration between White and Paillou.
The original watercolour of the Parrot of St Thomas is extremely finely painted, with incredible detail, allowing you to see the Parrot of St Thomas's plumage and features in stunning clarity. This depth of colour and detail has been captured brilliantly through the digitalisation process and is replicated for you on this delightful fine art print, which is now available for your home or office décor, or to buy as a thoughtful gift for your friends and family.
Taylor White, a barrister by profession and landowner on the Nottinghamshire / Yorkshire border, was a keen naturalist and collector. He commissioned over 900 paintings of birds, mammals, reptiles and fish from the finest painters of his day. He was a governor and the founding Treasurer of The Foundling Hospital in London, as well as being a Fellow of The Royal Society. He was extremely well-connected in Society, which enabled him to create such a world-class collections of specimen and thus paintings. White's father in-law was Major-General John Armstrong, who as Surveyor-General of the Ordnance, Chief Royal Engineer and Quartermaster-General to the Forces, has his offices in The Tower of London. Consequently, Taylor White had access to the birds and beasts of The Royal Menagerie at the Tower. He also was able to borrow specimen from The British Museum. Some rarer and more exotic specimens were brought back from their great travels across the globe by his Royal Society friends, the naturalist Sir Joseph Banks, Bt. and the famous clockmaker, John Harrison.
Superb Fine Art Print on Museum-Quality Paper
We've meticulously replicated the original Parrot of St Thomas watercolour painting on 310gsm Hahnemühle German Etching art paper [HGE] or Enhanced Matte Art Paper [EMA] for the 6in x 8in print. These top-quality fine art papers are museum-quality with the HGE paper being acid and lignin-free, ensuring the best possible longevity and colour reproduction, whilst the EMA paper is a heavy-duty fine art paper. The Parrot of St Thomas's vibrant colours and intricate details come to life in this high-quality fine art print.
* Please note that the images of the Parrot of St Thomas Fine Art Print on our website are for illustrative purposes only. The actual print uses high-resolution images to ensure a crisp, clear, and visually stunning final print.
The Turquois-Fronted Amazon
Have you heard about the Parrot of St. Thomas(Scientific name: Amazona aestiva)? No? Well, buckle up, because we're about to introduce you to this fabulous feathered friend! Despite being named after the picturesque Caribbean island of St. Thomas, the Parrot of St. Thomas is actually the Turquoise-Fronted Amazon (Amazona aestiva) - a South American gem in the world of Amazon parrots. This captivating creature is commonly kept as a pet, which is why you might find it in the Caribbean, spreading its vibrant wings and charm.
Hailing from the lush forests of Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina, the Turquoise-Fronted Amazon is right at home in the tree canopies. These clever birds nest in tree hollows and lay three to five eggs at a time, ensuring that their colorful legacy continues.
Now, let's talk about the star of the show: the Turquoise-Fronted Amazon's breathtaking appearance. Dressed in a dazzling green ensemble, this parrot knows how to make an entrance. But it's the striking blue feathers on its forehead and the sun-kissed yellow feathers adorning its face and crown that truly make the Parrot of St. Thomas a sight to behold.
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