Yellow Wagtail (Motacilla flava)
~ 1828
About this artwork
This chromolithograph, drawn by Magnus von Wright, depicts a Yellow Wagtail (Motacilla flava) perched on a small branch. It was created as part of the influential "Svenska Fåglar" (Swedish Birds) series, a comprehensive ornithological work.
Did you know?
Magnus von Wright was one of three famous Finnish 'von Wright brothers,' who were pivotal figures in 19th-century ornithology and art. Their collaborative masterpiece, "Svenska Fåglar," was groundbreaking for its detailed and accurate depictions of bird species, combining scientific rigor with artistic elegance. This illustration exemplifies their dedication to documenting the natural world.
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Yellow Wagtail (Motacilla flava)
Wihelm Wright, ~ 1828
