Jacques Barraband (French, 1767–1809). The Eagle of Thebes (Aquila nipalensis) . Early 19th century. Country_Russia François Levaillant (1753-1824)

François Levaillant (1753-1824)

Camp of the Gros Ventres of the Prairies

she began a collection of flowers and plants which included examples from her family’s estate in the West Indies

Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo

the map was almost certainly originally issued as part of a 4-sheet wall map

Jacques Barraband (French, 1767–1809). The Eagle of Thebes (Aquila nipalensis) . Early 19th century. Country_Russia François Levaillant (1753-1824)Jacques Barraband (French, 17671809) The Eagle of Thebes (Aquila nipalensis) France, early 19th century Gouache and watercolor on paper Sheet Size: 39. 1 cm x 53. 4 cm A seasonal visitor to Egypt, this eagles commanding profile and broad wingspan made it a fitting muse for Barrabands precision and artistry. Provenance: This watercolor was a part of the extensive ornithological study commissioned by Napoleon Bonaparte during the Egyptian Campaign