Kricka (Anas crecca)
~ 1828
About this artwork
This detailed illustration depicts a male Eurasian Teal (Anas crecca) in its summer plumage, standing on a rock by the water. It is part of a larger body of ornithological work by the artist Wilhelm von Wright.
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Wilhelm von Wright, along with his brothers Magnus and Ferdinand, formed a notable family of Finnish-Swedish artists celebrated for their natural history illustrations. Their work, particularly in ornithology, was instrumental in documenting Nordic birdlife during the 19th century, marrying scientific precision with artistic talent and contributing significantly to both art and the natural sciences.
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Kricka (Anas crecca)
Wihelm Wright, ~ 1828
