Bohemian Waxwing (Ampelis Garrulus)
~ 1828
About this artwork
This precise illustration depicts a Bohemian Waxwing, identified by its scientific name, Ampelis Garrulus. Created by Ferdinand von Wright, a renowned Finnish painter, it exemplifies 19th-century natural history art.
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Ferdinand von Wright, part of a family of notable Finnish artist brothers, dedicated his career to capturing the natural world, particularly birds. His works are celebrated not only for their artistic merit but also for their scientific precision, making them invaluable contributions to ornithological research and visual documentation of species during his time.
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Bohemian Waxwing (Ampelis Garrulus)
Wihelm Wright, ~ 1828
