Bird Lore
1917
About this artwork
This is a detailed scientific lithographic plate illustrating five swallow and martin species perched on or flying near power lines. It was published in Bird Lore, a seminal early 20th-century American ornithological magazine.
Did you know?
Louis Agassiz Fuertes was considered one of the greatest bird artists of his time, often traveling extensively to sketch birds from life rather than relying on preserved specimens. His contributions to Bird Lore helped foster a public appreciation for bird conservation and behavior during a transformative era of American ornithology. The depiction of birds on utility wires highlights the changing landscape of the early 20th century, where human infrastructure began to integrate with natural habitats.
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Bird Lore
Louis Agassiz Fuertes, 1917
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