Bilder Olof Rudbeck the Younger (1660–1740) – Northern Goshawk or Eurasian Sparrowhawk (Accipiter)

Beskrivning

This print is a detailed ornithological illustration depicting a hawk or buzzard, a species of the genus Accipiter (Northern Goshawk or Eurasian Sparrowhawk). The bird is shown in full profile, perched upon a tree stump, with its sharp beak and fierce yellow eyes directed toward the right. The print meticulously captures the hawk's spotted brown and white plumage, black talons, and bright yellow legs, showcasing the original hand-drawn watercolor quality. The subject matter and style are entirely consistent with the drawings for Rudbeck's unpublished work, FÃ¥glar (Birds), documenting the fauna of Sweden and the north.

Olof Rudbeck the Younger was a Swedish naturalist, explorer, and professor of medicine at Uppsala University. He is celebrated for his vast, though largely unpublished, works of natural history.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.