Thomas Varty: A Pioneer of Zoological Lithography Thomas Varty (1797 – 1856) stands as a remarkable figure in Victorian art and publishing, largely unrecognized today but profoundly influential in establishing the genre of zoological lithograph. Born in London to Thomas Varty Sr., a printer, and Ann Unknown, he inherited a legacy of craftsmanship that would shape his artistic endeavors and contribute significantly to the dissemination of scientific knowledge during an era obsessed with observation and categorization. His life was marked by both personal tragedy – the untimely death of his wi…