The Birds of Southern Africa by Finch-Davies (numbered edition)

The Birds of Southern Africa is the showcase for 176 paintings by the late Claude Gibney Finch-Davies; This talented artist of world standard had illustrated almost half (380) of the bird species known to occur in southern Africa, completing over 1000 paintings in 30 sketch books.

While the majority of the illustrations appearing in the book have been selected for their technical excellence, several of his earlier works have been included which demonstrate his developing technique.

The text by  Alan Kemp of the Transvaal Museum is an authoritative, narrative account of the radiation and diversity of birdlife in southern Africa.,  This combination of outstanding artwork and informative text provides a comprehensive reference work.