Bilder Olof Rudbeck the Younger (1660–1740) – Eurasian Coot (Fulica atra seu Calvus major)

Beskrivning

This print is a highly detailed ornithological illustration depicting a Eurasian Coot (Fulica atra), a common water bird. The illustration shows the bird in profile, characterized by its entirely black plumage, the distinctive white frontal shield on its head, and its lobed, olive-green feet. The scientific title in the original Latin is visible below the image: Fulica atra seu Calvus major (The Major Bald Coot). The subject matter and meticulously rendered details originate from the work of the Swedish naturalist, Olof Rudbeck the Younger. This work is part of a large set of prints documenting northern European fauna.

Olof Rudbeck the Younger was a Swedish naturalist, explorer, and professor of medicine at Uppsala University. He organized a famous scientific expedition to Lapland and is celebrated for his vast, though largely unpublished, works of natural history. His most ambitious project was the compilation of an extensive pictorial catalog of Nordic birds and plants, characterized by detailed, high-quality illustrations that document species with great accuracy.

Artist or Maker: Olof Rudbeck the Younger

Dimensions: Approximately 40 × 26 cm

Medium: Facsimile print printed on quality paper

Date: 20th Century

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.