Tooth Billed Pigeon Collection

Pigeons: Turbits, Blue Chequer and Silver, Shell Crown, Blue, Point Crests (colour litho)
7183882 Pigeons: Turbits, Blue Chequer and Silver, Shell Crown, Blue, Point Crests (colour litho) by Ludlow, J. W. (fl.1850s) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Turbits)

The Carrier Pigeon (engraving)
3626167 The Carrier Pigeon (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Carrier Pigeon. Illustration for Chatterbox (1871)

Skulls of tooth-billed pigeon, Didunculus strigirostris, critically endangered 1, 7, 8, 9, 10 dodo
FLO4612171 Skulls of tooth-billed pigeon, Didunculus strigirostris, critically endangered 1, 7, 8, 9, 10 dodo, Raphus cucullatus 2, yellow-footed green pigeon, Treron chlorigaster 3, 6

Tooth billed pigeon, Didunculus strigirostris 1, 2 (critically endangered), Bruce's green pigeon
FLO4612139 Tooth billed pigeon, Didunculus strigirostris 1, 2 (critically endangered), Bruce's green pigeon, Treron waalia (Treron abyssinica 3, 5) and Levaillant's dove

Metatarsus bones of the dodo, Raphus cucullatus 1-10, crowned pigeon, Goura coronata 12-17, tooth-billed pigeon
FLO4612222 Metatarsus bones of the dodo, Raphus cucullatus 1-10, crowned pigeon, Goura coronata 12-17, tooth-billed pigeon, Didunculus strigirostris 18, 19 and other birds

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)

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)

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)

Pigeons: Swallows, Yellow, Red, Black, Blue (colour litho)
7183869 Pigeons: Swallows, Yellow, Red, Black, Blue (colour litho) by Ludlow, J. W. (fl.1850s) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Swallows, Yellow, Red, Black, Blue)

Pigeons: Dun Carrier Cock, Walnut Shaped Wattle (colour litho)
7183911 Pigeons: Dun Carrier Cock, Walnut Shaped Wattle (colour litho) by Ludlow, J. W. (fl.1850s) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dun Carrier Cock, Walnut Shaped Wattle)

Pigeons: Black Carrier Cock (colour litho)
7183910 Pigeons: Black Carrier Cock (colour litho) by Ludlow, J. W. (fl.1850s) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Black Carrier Cock)

Pigeons: Blue Pouter Cock (colour litho)
7183907 Pigeons: Blue Pouter Cock (colour litho) by Ludlow, J. W. (fl.1850s) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Blue Pouter Cock)

Pigeons: Almond Tumbler Hen, 1 1 / 2 Years, 2 1 / 2 Years, 4 Years (colour litho)
7183900 Pigeons: Almond Tumbler Hen, 1 1/2 Years, 2 1/2 Years, 4 Years (colour litho) by Ludlow, J. W. (fl.1850s) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Almond Tumbler Hen, 1 1/2 Years)

Pigeons: Short-Faced Bald-Heads, Blue, Black, Red, Yellow (colour litho)
7183899 Pigeons: Short-Faced Bald-Heads, Blue, Black, Red, Yellow (colour litho) by Ludlow, J. W. (fl.1850s) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Short-Faced Bald-Heads, Blue, Black, Red, Yellow)

Pigeons: Short Faced Tumblers, Black Mottled, Black, Red Mottled, Yellow Mottled (colour litho)
7183897 Pigeons: Short Faced Tumblers, Black Mottled, Black, Red Mottled, Yellow Mottled (colour litho) by Ludlow, J. W. (fl.1850s) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Short Faced Tumblers)

Pigeons: Blue and Black Beards (colour litho)
7183896 Pigeons: Blue and Black Beards (colour litho) by Ludlow, J. W. (fl.1850s) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Blue and Black Beards)

Pigeons: Flying Tumblers, Clean Legged, Black-Mottled or Rosewinged, Yellow-Mottled, Red-Mottled (colour litho)
7183894 Pigeons: Flying Tumblers, Clean Legged, Black-Mottled or Rosewinged, Yellow-Mottled, Red-Mottled (colour litho) by Ludlow, J. W

Pigeons: Jacobins, Blue, White, Black (colour litho)
7183887 Pigeons: Jacobins, Blue, White, Black (colour litho) by Ludlow, J. W. (fl.1850s) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jacobins, Blue, White, Black)

Pigeons: Brunette; Satinette; Bluette; Silverette (colour litho)
7183880 Pigeons: Brunette; Satinette; Bluette; Silverette (colour litho) by Ludlow, J. W. (fl.1850s) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Brunette; Satinette; Bluette; Silverette)

Pigeons: Blondinettes, Blue, Laced, Black Spangled, Arrow Pointed, Brown Tipped (colour litho)
7183878 Pigeons: Blondinettes, Blue, Laced, Black Spangled, Arrow Pointed, Brown Tipped (colour litho) by Ludlow, J. W. (fl.1850s) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Blondinettes, Blue, Laced)

Pigeons: Hyacinth; Shield; Suabian (colour litho)
7183871 Pigeons: Hyacinth; Shield; Suabian (colour litho) by Ludlow, J. W. (fl.1850s) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hyacinth; Shield; Suabian)

Pigeons: Priest; Swiss or Crescent; Fire-Back (colour litho)
7183870 Pigeons: Priest; Swiss or Crescent; Fire-Back (colour litho) by Ludlow, J. W. (fl.1850s) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Priest; Swiss or Crescent; Fire-Back)

Pigeons: Archangels; Swifts (colour litho)
7183864 Pigeons: Archangels; Swifts (colour litho) by Ludlow, J. W. (fl.1850s) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Archangels; Swifts)

Pigeons: Runts, Silver, Blue (colour litho)
7183863 Pigeons: Runts, Silver, Blue (colour litho) by Ludlow, J. W. (fl.1850s) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Runts, Silver, Blue)

Pigeons: Young and Old Blue and Silver Dun Dragoons, London Fancy (colour litho)
7183892 Pigeons: Young and Old Blue and Silver Dun Dragoons, London Fancy (colour litho) by Ludlow, J. W. (fl.1850s) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Pigeons: Red and Yellow Barbs (colour litho)
7183889 Pigeons: Red and Yellow Barbs (colour litho) by Ludlow, J. W. (fl.1850s) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Red and Yellow Barbs)

Pigeons: Short-Faced Antwerps, Blue, Silver-Dun; Long-Faced Antwerps, Silver-Dun, Blue (colour litho)
7183885 Pigeons: Short-Faced Antwerps, Blue, Silver-Dun; Long-Faced Antwerps, Silver-Dun, Blue (colour litho) by Ludlow, J. W

Pigeons: Scotch Fantails or Broad-Tailed Shakers, White Laced, White, Black-Saddle Back (colour litho)
7183876 Pigeons: Scotch Fantails or Broad-Tailed Shakers, White Laced, White, Black-Saddle Back (colour litho) by Ludlow, J. W

Pigeons: Blue Carrier Cock (colour litho)
7183908 Pigeons: Blue Carrier Cock (colour litho) by Ludlow, J. W. (fl.1850s) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Blue Carrier Cock)

Pigeons: Yellow-Pied Pouter Cock (colour litho)
7183903 Pigeons: Yellow-Pied Pouter Cock (colour litho) by Ludlow, J. W. (fl.1850s) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Yellow-Pied Pouter Cock)

Pigeons: Pigmy Pouters; Isabels, Creamy, White, Yellow, Red (colour litho)
7183902 Pigeons: Pigmy Pouters; Isabels, Creamy, White, Yellow, Red (colour litho) by Ludlow, J. W. (fl.1850s) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pigmy Pouters; Isabels, Creamy, White, Yellow)

Pigeons: Flying Tumblers, Black Rose-Wing, Red Rose-Wing, Red Badge, Black Saddle (colour litho)
7183895 Pigeons: Flying Tumblers, Black Rose-Wing, Red Rose-Wing, Red Badge, Black Saddle (colour litho) by Ludlow, J. W. (fl.1850s) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Flying Tumblers)

Pigeons: Dragoons, Blue, Silver, Brown Bar, Silver, Black Bar, Birmingham Fancy (colour litho)
7183893 Pigeons: Dragoons, Blue, Silver, Brown Bar, Silver, Black Bar, Birmingham Fancy (colour litho) by Ludlow, J. W. (fl.1850s) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dragoons, Blue, Silver)

Pigeons: Black and Dun Barbs (colour litho)
7183891 Pigeons: Black and Dun Barbs (colour litho) by Ludlow, J. W. (fl.1850s) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Black and Dun Barbs)

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The tooth-billed pigeon, a magnificent creature known for its unique beak structure and vibrant plumage, has captivated the attention of artists and enthusiasts alike throughout history. In "The Carrier Pigeon, " an exquisite engraving captures the grace and agility of these avian messengers as they soar through the skies with purposeful determination. In another masterpiece titled "A Pigeon Match, " a color lithograph showcases the beauty of these birds in flight, their wings spread wide against a backdrop of azure blue. The scene is filled with excitement as pigeons compete in a thrilling race, showcasing their remarkable speed and endurance. "The Singularity of War" presents yet another captivating portrayal, depicting pigeons carrying messages amidst chaos and destruction. This poignant color lithograph serves as a reminder that even in times of conflict, these feathered creatures play an invaluable role in communication and unity. Berlin's bustling Taubenhandlung or Pigeon Dealers are captured in black-and-white photography, illustrating the significance placed on these birds by enthusiasts who seek to breed various sub-varieties such as Almond Splash, Yellow Agate, Red Agate Splash or Mottle, Kite - each possessing its own distinctive charm. London Fancy Dragoons take center stage in one colorful lithograph; their reds, whites, and yellows create a mesmerizing display that enchants all who gaze upon them. Turbiteens also make an appearance - Blue and Black Crested ones alongside Red and Yellow Plain Headed ones - showcasing the diversity within this beloved species. Frill-Backs steal hearts with their intricate patterns while Scandaroons stand proud with their red-black pied feathers displayed prominently. Ice Pigeons from Ural to Siberian exhibit stunning silver-blue hues that evoke images of frozen landscapes bathed in moonlight. Amongst this array lies the regal Black Lahore adorned with its glossy feathers; nearby stands the striking Red Helmet, its vibrant plumage a testament to nature's artistry.