7052 The von Wright Brothers (Magnus 1805–1868; Wilhelm 1810–1887; Axel 1818–1900) – The Long-eared Owl – Lithograph (c. 1855)
This hand-coloured lithograph depicts a Long-eared Owl, identified by the Swedish title "Hornuggla" and the scientific name "Asio otus." The print illustrates the owl perched on a branch, with a lifelike rendering of its mottled plumage and prominent ear tufts. This work is a plate from the monumental publication "Svenska Fåglar" (Swedish Birds), a collaborative effort by the von Wright brothers that is considered a landmark of 19th-century ornithological illustration. It showcases a combination of artistic skill and scientific accuracy.
The von Wright brothers were a celebrated family of Finnish-Swedish painters and ornithologists. Magnus, Wilhelm, and Axel collaborated on numerous scientific and artistic projects, but are most renowned for their work on "Svenska Fåglar." The publication's detailed plates and descriptions of Swedish birdlife contributed significantly to the fields of ornithology and natural history art in Scandinavia.
Artist or Maker: The von Wright Brothers
Dimensions: Approximately 25 cm x 18 cm
Medium: Lithograph
Date: c. 1855
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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