Great Snipe (Capella media)
~ 1828
About this artwork
This is a detailed chromolithograph of a Great Snipe, scientifically known as Capella media, by Finnish artist Wilhelm von Wright. The illustration features the bird standing on a small patch of grass, likely originating from his significant ornithological work, "Svenska Fåglar".
Did you know?
Wilhelm von Wright, along with his brothers Magnus and Ferdinand, were prominent Finnish naturalists and artists renowned for their meticulous ornithological illustrations. Their collaborative work, "Svenska Fåglar" (Swedish Birds), published between 1828 and 1838, is a cornerstone of Scandinavian ornithology. These detailed illustrations combined scientific accuracy with artistic flair, significantly contributing to the documentation and understanding of regional bird species during the 19th century.
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Great Snipe (Capella media)
Wihelm Wright, ~ 1828
