Tuesday, February 10, 2026

Illustrated birds, circa 1880s


Illustrated bird on a branch circa 1800s

Illustrated bird on a branch surrounded by leaves


   These birds feel so full of personality to me. For example, the little green fella, who seems to be thinking, “Hmm a yummy bug flying my way…don’t mind if I do!” Right before he reaches up and swallows the insect whole!

    Or take the top bird, gazing at a passing butterfly with a charmed expression, as if he’s thinking, well aren’t you lovely!

Illustrated pink bird on a branch

   And the pink one is my favorite, peeking a glance shyly. (Probably my favorite because I’m so shy myself!)

  I found these cuties in a card album circa 1880s at Digital Commonwealth (one of my favorite places to browse for vintage goodies!      






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