Anthus Trivialis (Tree Pipit)
~ 1828
About this artwork
This lithographic print depicts a Tree Pipit (Anthus trivialis) perched on a branch, an example of the detailed ornithological illustrations created by the von Wright brothers. It was likely part of their comprehensive work on Swedish birds.
Did you know?
The von Wright brothers (Magnus, Wilhelm, and Ferdinand) were celebrated Finnish painters and ornithologists known for their scientific accuracy and artistic quality. Their monumental work 'Svenska Fåglar' (Swedish Birds) provided invaluable documentation of bird species in Scandinavia during the 19th century, making their illustrations both scientifically significant and aesthetically pleasing.
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Anthus Trivialis (Tree Pipit)
Wihelm Wright, ~ 1828
