Common Scoter (Oidemia Nigra) Illustration
~ 1828
About this artwork
An accurate natural history illustration depicting a male Common Scoter (Oidemia Nigra) swimming in profile, part of a renowned series documenting Swedish birds. The fine details of the plumage and the bird's posture are rendered with scientific precision.
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The von Wright brothers, Magnus, Wilhelm, and Ferdinand, were instrumental in Swedish and Finnish natural history illustration during the 19th century. Their extensive work, particularly the 'Svenska Fåglar' (Swedish Birds) series, set a high standard for accuracy and artistic quality, significantly contributing to ornithological studies of the era. Wilhelm von Wright was particularly noted for his skill in lithography, bringing these detailed drawings to print.
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Common Scoter (Oidemia Nigra) Illustration
Wihelm Wright, ~ 1828
