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Defending the Flock: The Poultry's Stand Against the Hawk, Hand-colored ca.1860

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Title: Poultry attacked by a Hawk - Die Hühner und der Raubvogel" Detailed illustration of poultry being attacked by a hawk. Here is a description of the entire print: 1. Setting: The scene is set in a rural or natural environment with lush greenery and a serene landscape. In the background, there is a cliff with what appears to be a castle or structure on top. 2. Main Elements: - **Poultry**: There are several chickens, roosters, and chicks scattered throughout the scene. They exhibit various states of alarm and motion, suggesting panic and distress. - **Predatory Birds**: A hawk is depicted swooping down from the sky, clearly the source of the poultry's distress. Another bird, possibly a swallow, is also shown flying nearby. 3. Foreground Details: - The poultry are illustrated with intricate detail, showcasing their feathers, beaks, and claws. Chicks are shown huddling together or running, indicating their fear. - The hawk is captured mid-dive, wings spread, with a menacing look as it approaches the flock. 4. Text: - The text below the illustration is in two languages: German and English. - **German**: "Die Hühner und der Raubvogel" which translates to "The Chickens and the Bird of Prey." - **English**: "Poultry attacked by a Hawk." 5. Artists: - The print is signed by "M. Hondekoeter pinx," indicating the original painting was by Melchior d'Hondecoeter, a Dutch painter known for his bird and poultry paintings. - "A. H. Payne sc." indicates the engraving was done by A. H. Payne. The scene captures the tension and dynamic movement of a sudden predator attack on a peaceful poultry flock. Type of print: Steel engraving Color: Original hand coloring Engraver: Albert Henry Payne (1812-1902) Painter: Melchior Hondekoeter (1636-1695) Where published: Dresden When published: Ca. 1860 Condition: Very good. Outstanding bright and beautiful hand coloring. Image seize: 12,5 x 16,5 cm (ca. 4.9 x 6.5")
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 8.08 in (20.5 cm)Width: 10.44 in (26.5 cm)Depth: 0.01 in (0.2 mm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1860
  • Condition:
    Very good. Outstanding bright and beautiful hand coloring.
  • Seller Location:
    Langweer, NL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: BG-13750-11stDibs: LU3054340615262

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