Lampornis veraguensis (Veraguan Mango)

The lithograph showcases vibrant, hand-colored details, with iridescent feathers in shades of green, blue, and purple, and delicate floral elements, characteristic of Gould's collaborative artistic approach.

Part of Gould's broader ornithological work, this piece reflects his scientific collaborations, notably with his wife Elizabeth Gould and other artists, though specific collaborators on this work are not identified.

Created during a period of heightened interest in natural history, the work aligns with the detailed, observant spirit of its time, later indirectly associated with broader scientific discoveries like those of Darwin.