Numenius Arquatus (Eurasian Curlew)
~ 1828
About this artwork
A meticulously detailed engraving of a Eurasian Curlew, depicted in profile, standing on a patch of grassy ground against a plain background. The bird's distinctive long, downcurved beak and speckled brown plumage are accurately rendered.
Did you know?
Magnus von Wright, along with his brothers Wilhelm and Ferdinand, formed a pioneering trio of Finnish naturalist-artists. Their extensive work, particularly the 'Svenska Fåglar' (Swedish Birds) series, significantly contributed to ornithological studies in the 19th century, blending artistic skill with scientific accuracy to document the avian diversity of the Nordic region.
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Numenius Arquatus (Eurasian Curlew)
Wihelm Wright, ~ 1828
