Pintail Duck (Anas Acuta)
~ 1828
About this artwork
This is an ornithological plate depicting a male pintail duck (Anas acuta) in its summer plumage, standing on a rock. It is likely part of a larger collection of bird illustrations, characteristic of 19th-century natural history documentation.
Did you know?
Magnus von Wright, along with his brothers Wilhelm and Ferdinand, was one of Finland's most celebrated naturalist-artists. Their extensive work on 'Svenska Fåglar' (Swedish Birds) produced some of the finest ornithological illustrations of the 19th century, combining scientific accuracy with artistic skill. These detailed plates were crucial for the study and identification of avian species in Scandinavia.
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Pintail Duck (Anas Acuta)
Wihelm Wright, ~ 1828
