Louis Agassiz Fuertes
Louis Agassiz Fuertes (1874-1927) was a distinguished American ornithologist, artist and illustrator, celebrated for his contributions to the field of natural history.
Born in 1874 in Ithaca, New York, Fuertes was named after the renowned naturalist Jean Louis Rodolphe Agassiz, reflecting his family's scientific heritage. His father, Estevan Fuertes, was a Puerto Rican astronomer and civil engineer, which further influenced his scientific pursuits.
Fuertes developed a passion for birds and art from a young age. He attended Cornell University, where he honed his skills in both ornithology and illustration. His artistic talent and scientific knowledge made him a sought-after illustrator for various publications, including the "Birds of New York" series, which he co-authored with Elliott Coues, who he'd met after taking part in the University Glee Club.
Fuertes' illustrations were known for their accuracy and beauty, capturing the intricate details of avian species with remarkable precision. His work played a crucial role in popularising ornithology and educating the public about bird species. He also contributed to the establishment of the Cornell University Museum of Vertebrates, where his legacy continues to be celebrated.
Throughout his career, Fuertes travelled extensively, documenting bird species in their natural habitats. His fieldwork and illustrations provided valuable insights into avian biology and behaviour. Despite his untimely death in 1927, in a railroad accident near Unadilla, New York, Fuertes' impact on ornithology and natural history remains profound.
Images to download
See below to download images from the publications that Louis Agassiz Fuertes illustrated. Click on each item for more information about the publication.
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Abyssinian Birds & Mammals, Album of 1930 - Louis A. Fuertes (1874-1927) - 32 images
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Bird Paintings 1900 - Louis A. Fuertes (1874-1927) - 10 images
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Birdcraft 1897 - Louis A. Fuertes (1874-1927) - 1 image
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Birds of America 1923 - Louis A. Fuertes (1874-1927) - 23 images
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Birds of California in Relation to the Fruit Industry 1910 - Fuertes - 7 images
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Birds of Massachusetts 1925 - Louis A. Fuertes (1874-1927) - 60 images
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Birds of New York vol.1 1910 - Louis A. Fuertes (1874-1927) - 40 images
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Birds of the Rockies 1902 - Louis A. Fuertes (1874-1927) - 4 images
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Book of Dogs, The 1919 - Louis A. Fuertes (1874-1927) - 45 images
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Burgess Animal Book for Children, The 1920 - Louis A. Fuertes (1874-1927) - 53 images
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Burgess Bird Book for Children, The 1919 - Louis A. Fuertes (1874-1927) - 35 images
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Citizen Bird 1897 - Louis A. Fuertes (1874-1927) - 1 image
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Game Birds of California, The 1918 - Brooks, Fuertes - 16 images
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Game Birds, Wild-fowl and Shore Birds of Massachusetts, The 1912 - Louis A. Fuertes (1874-1927) - 1 image
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Harriman Alaska 1910 - Fuertes et al - 32 images
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In the Open 1908 - Louis A. Fuertes (1874-1927) - 1 image
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In the Wilds of South America 1918 - Louis A. Fuertes (1874-1927) - 1 image
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Natural History of the Ducks, A v.1, 2 & 3 1922-1925 - Benson, Brooks, Fuertes - 52 images
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Passenger Pigeon, The 1907 - Brooks, Fuertes - 3 images
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Second Book of Birds, The 1901 - Louis A. Fuertes (1874-1927) - 8 images
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True Bird Stories 1903 - Louis A. Fuertes (1874-1927) - 1 image
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Useful Birds and their Protection 1908 - Louis A. Fuertes (1874-1927) - 1 image
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Way to Study Birds, The 1917 - Louis A. Fuertes (1874-1927) - 9 images
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Wild Animals of North America 1918 - Louis A. Fuertes (1874-1927) - 107 images
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Woodpeckers, The 1901 - Louis A. Fuertes (1874-1927) - 5 images
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