Wood Pigeon (Columba palumbus)
~ 1828
About this artwork
This detailed illustration depicts a male Wood Pigeon (Columba palumbus), likely produced for a comprehensive ornithological publication. It showcases the species' distinctive grey and pink plumage, white neck patch, and yellow eye with a red ring.
Did you know?
The von Wright brothers (Magnus, Wilhelm, and Ferdinand) were pioneering figures in Scandinavian ornithological illustration, renowned for their meticulous and lifelike depictions of birds. Their collective work, especially the influential 'Svenska Fåglar' (Swedish Birds), played a crucial role in documenting the avian fauna of the Nordic region, blending artistic skill with scientific accuracy.
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Wood Pigeon (Columba palumbus)
Wihelm Wright, ~ 1828
