169 Leopold Fitzinger (1802–1884) – The Greater Capercaillie (Tetraos urogallus) – Hand-coloured Lithograph (1860)
This hand-coloured lithograph from Leopold Fitzinger's work Bilder aus der Geschichte der Thiere presents a detailed natural history illustration of a Greater Capercaillie. The large bird is depicted perched on a pine branch, with its prominent tail feathers fanned out. The hand-colouring highlights the intricate patterns of its dark brown plumage and the iridescent green feathers on its breast. The scientific name, Tetraos urogallus, and the German title, "Das groessere Auerhuhn," are noted below the image. The print is a classic example of the high-quality zoological documentation produced during the mid-19th century.
Leopold Fitzinger was a prominent Austrian zoologist and herpetologist. He served as the curator of the zoology department at the Naturhistorisches Museum in Vienna and was the author of several important natural history publications. His work, including Bilder aus der Geschichte der Thiere, was widely respected for its scientific accuracy and its use of high-quality illustrations to document the animal kingdom.
Artist or Maker: Leopold Fitzinger
Dimensions: Approximately 30 x 24 cm
Medium: Hand-coloured Lithograph
Date: 1860
Condition Report:
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.
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