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Steller's Eider, Male, by Magnus von Wright, unspecified, 1837

Steller's Eider, Male

Magnus von Wright

1837

unspecified

From the collection of Finnish National Gallery

Dominant colour

Overview

Steller's Eider, Male is a 1837 unspecified by Magnus von Wright, held at Finnish National Gallery.

Who painted this?
Magnus von Wright
When & what style?
1837
Where can I see it?
Finnish National Gallery

About this work

This painting showcases three ducks, with two in the foreground and one in the background. The ducks have white heads, black necks, and tan bodies, featuring black and white wings. The background is a light beige color. The ducks are depicted in various poses, with the one in the background appearing to be in profile. The painting's style is realistic, with attention to detail in the feathers and beaks of the ducks. The level of detail in the painting suggests a high level of skill on the part of the artist, who was likely an accomplished wildlife artist. You might want to look up the work of artist Magnus von Wright next.

About the artist

Portrait of Magnus von Wright
Artist

Magnus von Wright

Magnus von Wright (13 June 1805 – 5 July 1868) was a Finnish painter and educator. In addition to bird illustrations, he was also known for his landscapes. He was one of the four sibling von Wright artists.

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