Earl of Derby Parakeet by Gould | 1940s Vintage Lithograph | Tropical Bird Wall Art

Celebrate the elegance of tropical birds with the Earl of Derby Parakeet — an authentic vintage offset lithograph from John and Elizabeth Gould’s renowned parakeet series, printed circa 1940.

The Earl of Derby Parakeet, also known as Psittacula derbiana, is prized for its striking green plumage and distinctive head markings. This species, originally documented in the 19th century by the Goulds, is named in honor of Edward Stanley, the 13th Earl of Derby, a well-known British naturalist and bird collector.

This lithograph was printed by Goes Lithographing Company on heavy fine art paper and measures about 12 × 9 inches — a timeless tropical accent for any vintage bird collection or gallery wall.

The Gould tropical bird print collection available from Pink Flamingos includes: New Hebrides Parakeets, Beautiful Parakeets, Earl of Derby Parakeet, South American Macaw, Pennant's Parakeets, Yellow Rump Parakeets. Each of these prints measure 9-10" wide by 12" tall and are printed on heavy paper by Goes Lithographing circa 1940–1960.

Details

• Size: 12 × 9 inches
• Medium: Offset Lithograph on fine art paper
• Condition: Mint — uncirculated, vibrant colors
• Includes: Care sheet, artist story
• Availability: Limited archived stock from the 1940s

Pairing & Artist Story

Combine the Earl of Derby Parakeet with other Gould tropical prints for a bright, vintage-inspired wall. Discover the fascinating story behind John & Elizabeth Gould’s tropical bird legacy in our dedicated blog.

• ✦ The Audubon, Part I: James Audubon
• ✦ The Audubon, Part II: The Brits
• ✦ The Audubon, Part III: The American