Purple Sandpiper (Tringa Maritima)
~ 1828
About this artwork
This is a detailed chromolithographic illustration of a Purple Sandpiper, scientifically known as Tringa Maritima, standing on a rock amidst water. The artwork is signed by M. von Wright, indicating Magnus von Wright as the artist, and A. Börtzel, likely the lithographer.
Did you know?
Magnus von Wright was one of the celebrated von Wright brothers, Finnish artists renowned for their meticulous and aesthetically pleasing ornithological and botanical illustrations. Their contributions were vital for natural history studies in the Nordic countries, frequently appearing in extensive works such as "Svenska Fåglar" (Swedish Birds) or "Skandinaviens Foglar," documenting the region's diverse fauna. These illustrations expertly merged scientific precision with artistic grace, serving both research and aesthetic appreciation.
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Purple Sandpiper (Tringa Maritima)
Wihelm Wright, ~ 1828
