Hazel Grouse (Tetrastes bonasia)
~ 1828
About this artwork
This chromolithographic print features a detailed study of a Hazel Grouse, or Järporre, rendered with scientific accuracy. The bird stands on a rocky outcrop amidst sparse vegetation, depicted against a plain background, characteristic of zoological plates from the early 20th century.
Did you know?
Bernhard H. Georgi was a prominent Swedish natural history illustrator known for his exquisite and lifelike depictions of birds. His work, often featured in significant ornithological publications of his time, played a crucial role in documenting and popularizing the study of avian species, making complex scientific subjects accessible to a broader audience through art.
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Hazel Grouse (Tetrastes bonasia)
Wihelm Wright, ~ 1828
