George Edward Lodge: A Pioneer of British Wildlife Art George Edward Lodge (1860 – 1954) stands as a significant figure in the annals of Victorian and Edwardian ornithological illustration, recognized for his meticulous depictions of birds—particularly raptors—and his unwavering dedication to falconry. Born at Sleaford, Lincolnshire, Lodge’s formative years were steeped in familial tradition; his father, Samuel Lodge (1829–1897), served as a Canon of Lincoln Cathedral and rector of Scrivelsby, fostering an appreciation for scholarship and artistic pursuits within the family. This upbringing…