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Crimson Rosella Collection

The vibrant and captivating Crimson Rosella is a sight to behold

Background imageCrimson Rosella Collection: Parrots Chromolithograph 1896

Parrots Chromolithograph 1896
Parrots Chromolithograph

Background imageCrimson Rosella Collection: Crimson Rosella, Platycercus elegans, Wilsons Promontory, Victoria, Australia

Crimson Rosella, Platycercus elegans, Wilsons Promontory, Victoria, Australia

Background imageCrimson Rosella Collection: Eastern Rosellas, pair (Platycercus eximius)

Eastern Rosellas, pair (Platycercus eximius)

Background imageCrimson Rosella Collection: Crimson rosella, Platycercus elegans (Pennantian broad-tail, Platycercus pennantii)

Crimson rosella, Platycercus elegans (Pennantian broad-tail, Platycercus pennantii)
FLO4719110 Crimson rosella, Platycercus elegans (Pennantian broad-tail, Platycercus pennantii). Handcoloured steel engraving after an illustration by Edward Lear from Georg Friedrich Treitschke's

Background imageCrimson Rosella Collection: Extinct Cuban red macaw, Ara tricolor 1, blue backed parrot, Tanygnathus sumatranus, male 2

Extinct Cuban red macaw, Ara tricolor 1, blue backed parrot, Tanygnathus sumatranus, male 2, female 3, crimson rosella
FLO4569011 Extinct Cuban red macaw, Ara tricolor 1, blue backed parrot, Tanygnathus sumatranus, male 2, female 3, crimson rosella, Platycercus elegans 4, and Eastern rosella, Platycercus eximius 5

Background imageCrimson Rosella Collection: Crimson rosella, Platycercus elegans

Crimson rosella, Platycercus elegans
6336951 Crimson rosella, Platycercus elegans by Lizars, William Home (1788-1859); (add.info.: Crimson rosella, Platycercus elegans)

Background imageCrimson Rosella Collection: Crimson rosella, Platycercus elegans

Crimson rosella, Platycercus elegans
6338369 Crimson rosella, Platycercus elegans by Shaw, George (1751-1813) (after); (add.info.: Crimson rosella, Platycercus elegans. Splendid parrot)

Background imageCrimson Rosella Collection: Northern Crimson Parrot, pub. 1916 (hand coloured engraving). Creator: Roland Green (1896 - 1972)

Northern Crimson Parrot, pub. 1916 (hand coloured engraving). Creator: Roland Green (1896 - 1972)
Northern Crimson Parrot, from The Birds of Australia, pub. 1916 (hand coloured engraving). Platycercus Nigrescens

Background imageCrimson Rosella Collection: Crimson Rosella (Platycercus elegans), Victoria, Australia

Crimson Rosella (Platycercus elegans), Victoria, Australia

Background imageCrimson Rosella Collection: Crimson Rosella feeding Australia, Platycercus elegans, Australia

Crimson Rosella feeding Australia, Platycercus elegans, Australia

Background imageCrimson Rosella Collection: Pretty fella

Pretty fella
Rosella

Background imageCrimson Rosella Collection: Crimson rosella (Platycercus elegans)

Crimson rosella (Platycercus elegans)

Background imageCrimson Rosella Collection: Crimson Rosella & backdrop of orchids Lamington NP

Crimson Rosella & backdrop of orchids Lamington NP

Background imageCrimson Rosella Collection: Crimson Rosella red, black and blue feathers

Crimson Rosella red, black and blue feathers

Background imageCrimson Rosella Collection: Crimson Rosella red and black feathers

Crimson Rosella red and black feathers

Background imageCrimson Rosella Collection: Platycercus elegans, crimson rosella

Platycercus elegans, crimson rosella
Drawing No. 50, watercolour by George Raper (1792) from The Raper Collection

Background imageCrimson Rosella Collection: Crimson Rosella Platycercus elegans Lamington NP Queensland Australia

Crimson Rosella Platycercus elegans Lamington NP Queensland Australia

Background imageCrimson Rosella Collection: Crimson Rosella Platycercus elegans at O Reillys Lamington NP Queensland Australia

Crimson Rosella Platycercus elegans at O Reillys Lamington NP Queensland Australia

Background imageCrimson Rosella Collection: Crimson rosella, Dandenong Ranges, Victoria, Australia, Pacific

Crimson rosella, Dandenong Ranges, Victoria, Australia, Pacific

Background imageCrimson Rosella Collection: Crimson rosella (juvenile), Yarra Ranges National Park, Victoria, Australia, Pacific

Crimson rosella (juvenile), Yarra Ranges National Park, Victoria, Australia, Pacific

Background imageCrimson Rosella Collection: Crimson Rosella, Victoria, Australia, Pacific

Crimson Rosella, Victoria, Australia, Pacific



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The vibrant and captivating Crimson Rosella is a sight to behold. This stunning parrot, known scientifically as Platycercus elegans, graced the pages of a 1896 chromolithograph with its striking plumage. Found in Wilsons Promontory, Victoria, Australia, this species stands out amongst its surroundings. In the company of Eastern Rosellas, a pair of Crimson Rosellas showcases their beauty in perfect harmony. The hand-coloured engraving from 1916 by Roland Green captures the essence of these magnificent birds. Their crimson feathers contrast beautifully against the lush greenery surrounding them. Perched gracefully on a leafy gum tree branch, the Crimson Rosella exudes elegance and charm. Its colorful appearance adds vibrancy to Victoria's landscape where it calls home. With each delicate movement and graceful pose, this parrot captivates all who have the pleasure of witnessing its presence. Feeding amidst Australia's natural wonders, the Crimson Rosella indulges in nature's bounty with grace and poise. Its beak delicately plucks at seeds and fruits while showcasing its regal stature against an Australian backdrop. As a male specimen proudly displays his vibrant plumage in Victoria's wilderness, he becomes an embodiment of beauty itself. The rich red tones mixed with deep blues create an awe-inspiring spectacle that leaves observers breathless. The Crimson Rosella truly embodies nature's artistry at its finest - from intricate details captured in chromolithographs to real-life encounters perched upon gum tree branches.