H.C. Richter; John Gould

H.C. Richter and John Gould were collaborators active in scientific and artistic illustration during the first half of the nineteenth century, working between approximately 1804 and 1850. Their joint efforts focused primarily on producing detailed natural history subjects, particularly ornithological prints, distinguished by accuracy and precision.

Fifteen H.C. Richter; John Gould prints are currently represented in museum collections, establishing the documentation of their collaborative output. These works are held in prestigious institutions, including the National Gallery of Art.

The cataloged prints detail a variety of avian species, reflecting the period’s intense interest in global natural history. Notable examples held in collections include Calothorax heliodori, Caprimulgus Ruficollis, and Discura longicauda (Racket-Tail). Other documented works include Carpodacus erythrinus (Common Rose Finch) and Excalftoria minima (Blue-breasted Quail).

Today, H.C. Richter; John Gould prints are recognized as definitive examples of nineteenth-century scientific illustration. Because many of these historical works have entered the public domain, they are frequently reproduced as high-quality prints, ensuring their continued circulation for both scientific reference and decorative appreciation.