Lady Mary Impey Collection

Grey Heron, folio from a Series Commissioned by Lady Impey, c
5910204 Grey Heron, folio from a Series Commissioned by Lady Impey, c.1780-82 (opaque colours & ink on paper) by Shaikh Zain ud-Din (Sheikh Zainuddin)

Sitta sp. nuthatch
Plate 40 from a bound volume called Indian Birds Colouredd. Artrist probably Sheikh Zayn al-Din, possibly compiled by Lady Impey

Rufous Treepie and Caterpillar on Branch, folio from a Series Commissioned by Lady Impey
5910196 Rufous Treepie and Caterpillar on Branch, folio from a Series Commissioned by Lady Impey, 1777 (opaque colours & ink on paper) by Shaikh Zain ud-Din (Sheikh Zainuddin)

Red whiskered Bulbul and Aganais Ficus Moth on Kadamba Branch
5910194 Red whiskered Bulbul and Aganais Ficus Moth on Kadamba Branch, folio from a Series Commissioned by Lady Impey, 1777 (opaque colours & ink on paper) by Shaikh Zain ud-Din (Sheikh Zainuddin)

Great Indian Fruit Bat, c. 1777-82 (pencil, ink and watercolour on paper)
3746274 Great Indian Fruit Bat, c.1777-82 (pencil, ink and watercolour on paper) by Indian School, (18th century); 59.7x83.2 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Black hooded Oriole and Insect on Jackfruit Stump, folio from a Series Commissioned by
5910201 Black hooded Oriole and Insect on Jackfruit Stump, folio from a Series Commissioned by Lady Impey, 1778 (opaque colours & ink on paper) by Shaikh Zain ud-Din (Sheikh Zainuddin)

Indian Roller on Sandalwood Branch, folio from a Series Commissioned by Lady Impey
5910200 Indian Roller on Sandalwood Branch, folio from a Series Commissioned by Lady Impey, 1779 (opaque colours & ink on paper) by Shaikh Zain ud-Din (Sheikh Zainuddin)

Brahminy Starling with Two Antheraea Moths, Caterpillar, and Cocoon on Indian Jujube Tree
5910198 Brahminy Starling with Two Antheraea Moths, Caterpillar, and Cocoon on Indian Jujube Tree, folio from a Series Commissioned by Lady Impey

Spotbilled Pelican, folio from a Series Commissioned by Lady Impey, c
5910197 Spotbilled Pelican, folio from a Series Commissioned by Lady Impey, c.1780-82 (opaque colours & ink on paper) by Shaikh Zain ud-Din (Sheikh Zainuddin)

A Syce (groom) Holding Two Carriage Horses, c. 1845 (opaque w / c on paper)
3614150 A Syce (groom) Holding Two Carriage Horses, c.1845 (opaque w/c on paper) by Shaik Muhammad Amir of Karraya (fl.1830-50); 30.5x50.8 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Brahminy Starling on Neem Tree Branch, folio from a Series Commissioned by Lady Impey
5910203 Brahminy Starling on Neem Tree Branch, folio from a Series Commissioned by Lady Impey, 1780 (opaque colours & ink on paper) by Shaikh Zain ud-Din (Sheikh Zainuddin)

Crepe Ginger Plant, folio from a Series Commissioned by Lady Impey, c
5910199 Crepe Ginger Plant, folio from a Series Commissioned by Lady Impey, c.1780 (opaque colours & ink on paper) by Shaikh Zain ud-Din (Sheikh Zainuddin)

Oriental Magpie Robin with Katydid and Leaf Hopper on Monkey Jack Branch
5910195 Oriental Magpie Robin with Katydid and Leaf Hopper on Monkey Jack Branch, folio from a Series Commissioned by Lady Impey

Hwamei on Terminalia Branch, folio from a Series Commissioned by Lady Impey
5910193 Hwamei on Terminalia Branch, folio from a Series Commissioned by Lady Impey, 1780 (opaque colours & ink on paper) by Shaikh Zain ud-Din (Sheikh Zainuddin)

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Lady Mary Impey was not just a woman of high society, but also a passionate patron of the arts and nature. Her love for wildlife is beautifully captured in the stunning illustrations she commissioned, showcasing the diverse flora and fauna of India. From the delicate Sitta sp. Nuthatch perched on a branch to the vibrant Rufous Treepie and Caterpillar, Lady Impey's collection brings these creatures to life with intricate detail. The Red whiskered Bulbul and Aganais Ficus Moth find harmony on a Kadamba Branch, while the Great Indian Fruit Bat hangs gracefully amidst pencil strokes. Lady Impey's fascination extends beyond birds and insects; her admiration for majestic creatures like the Grey Heron and Spotbilled Pelican shines through every brushstroke. Even everyday scenes like A Syce (groom) Holding Two Carriage Horses showcase her appreciation for all aspects of nature. The Brahminy Starling becomes an enchanting subject as it interacts with Two Antheraea Moths, Caterpillar, and Cocoon on an Indian Jujube Tree or perches elegantly on a Neem Tree Branch. Meanwhile, Crepe Ginger Plant adds bursts of color to Lady Impey's collection. Through these exquisite works of art, Lady Mary Impey immortalized the beauty that surrounded her in India. Her passion for capturing nature's wonders continues to inspire generations today as we marvel at her legacy through each stroke of ink and watercolor.