Prof. Owen and Mr Bryce-Wright
1873
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1873
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This sketch shows two men in a cluttered room. One sits in a chair, holding a bird and looking annoyed, while the other stands, pointing at it excitedly. The table between them is messy with books, a teacup, and a birdcage. Strange animals—like a crocodile and a giant bird—are drawn on the wall behind them. The standing man is holding a top hat and seems eager, while the seated man looks skeptical. The caption below hints they’re arguing about the bird’s name. Look up Ernest Griset to see more of his playful, detailed drawings.
