Tofsvipa (Northern Lapwing)
~ 1828
About this artwork
This is a detailed scientific illustration of a Northern Lapwing (Vanellus vanellus), also known as Tofsvipa in Swedish. The bird is depicted in profile, standing on a grassy bank next to a body of water, showcasing its characteristic plumage and crest. The illustration is signed "W. Wright del.", indicating W. Wright as the delineator.
Did you know?
Natural history illustrations like this one played a vital role in ornithology, meticulously documenting species before the advent of widespread photography. The Lapwing, also known as a Peewit, is recognized by its distinctive crest and iridescent green-black plumage, a bird often associated with open farmlands and wetlands across Europe and Asia.
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Tofsvipa (Northern Lapwing)
Wihelm Wright, ~ 1828
