134 Johann Leonhard Frisch (1666–1743) - The Little Bittern - Ardea stellaris minor - 1733
”The Little Bittern. Ardea stellaris minor. Le Butor petit."
Hand-coloured copper engraving originates from ”Vorstellung der Vogel Deutschlandes…”, printed in Berlin by Birnstiel, 1733-63.
Johann Leonhard Frisch (1666–1743) was a German naturalist, linguist, and educator known for his contributions to various fields, including ornithology and entomology. He is best known for his work “Vogel-Buch”, one of the earliest books on birds in Germany, which provided detailed illustrations and descriptions of local bird species. Frisch also had an interest in languages and worked on a dictionary of the Slavic languages. Additionally, he was involved in silk production and researched silkworms, reflecting his diverse scientific interests.
Artist or Maker:
Johann Leonhard Frisch
Publisher
Johann Heinrich Birnstiel
Medium:
Copperplate engraving
Date:
1733
- Condition:This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.
- Dimensions:36 cm x 22 cm
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