Numenius phaeopus (Whimbrel)
~ 1828
About this artwork
This is a detailed ornithological illustration of a Whimbrel, likely hand-colored after printing. It was created by Magnus von Wright, a prominent Finnish naturalist and artist, for a natural history publication.
Did you know?
Magnus von Wright, along with his brothers Wilhelm and Ferdinand, were pioneering Finnish naturalists and artists, often referred to as the "Bird Brothers." Their meticulously detailed illustrations, like this one, were crucial for the scientific study of birds in their region, blending artistic skill with scientific accuracy during a golden age of ornithological documentation. Their most famous work, "Svenska Fåglar," documented the bird species of Finland and Sweden.
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Numenius phaeopus (Whimbrel)
Wihelm Wright, ~ 1828
