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Riippuvia lintuja, by Magnus von Wright, unspecified

Riippuvia lintuja

Magnus von Wright

unspecified

From the collection of Finnish National Gallery

Dominant colour

Overview

Riippuvia lintuja is an unspecified by Magnus von Wright, held at Finnish National Gallery.

Who painted this?
Magnus von Wright
Where can I see it?
Finnish National Gallery

About this work

This painting shows a collection of dead birds hanging upside down from a string. The birds are arranged in a loose cluster, with their wings and legs splayed out in different directions. They are all different species, with varying colors and patterns on their feathers. The birds are depicted in a realistic style, with detailed textures and shading that give them a lifelike appearance. The background of the painting is a muted brown color, which helps to focus attention on the birds. The artist who painted this is Wright, Magnus von.

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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