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Harmonious Pair: Portraits of the Male and Female Common Blackbird, circa 1775
About the Item
Two illustrations of the Common Blackbird (Turdus merula), a species native to Europe and widely recognized by its melodious songs. The German text below the birds translates to "The Blackbird," with the birds labeled as "1. Male" and "2. Female," indicating their genders.
Description of the Illustration
- Artistic Style: The illustration is done in a naturalistic and detailed manner, typical of scientific or ornithological artworks from the 18th and 19th centuries. The colors are realistically applied, with attention to the nuances of feather texture and coloration that differentiate the male and female.
- Detailing: The male blackbird is depicted in a dark, almost black coloration with a yellow-orange beak, which is characteristic of the species. The female is shown with a more brownish hue and slightly speckled breast, also true to life.
- Composition: Both birds are perched on branches with a minimalistic background, focusing the viewer's attention on the subjects themselves. Small details like the leaves and the texture of the wood are carefully rendered to add context and enhance the natural setting.
Historical and Scientific Value
- Educational Use: This type of illustration would have been used as a learning tool in ornithology, helping to educate about the differences between male and female birds within a species.
- Documentary Purpose: It serves as a precise visual record for scientific documentation and could have been part of a larger collection or book intended for both scientific and public education.
"Harmonious Pair: Portraits of the Male and Female Common Blackbird"
This title reflects the aesthetic and informative nature of the illustration, emphasizing the beauty and distinct characteristics of each gender of the species. It also hints at the blackbird's reputation for beautiful songs, adding a poetic element to the title.
Makers:
Johann Christian Daniel von Schreber (1739-1810): A German naturalist known for his comprehensive work in documenting mammalian species.
Jakob Andreas Eisenmann: The engraver responsible for the hand-colored copperplate engravings found in Schreber's work. His engravings are based on illustrations provided by artists such as Jacques Bruvée.
- "Die Säugethiere in Abbildungen nach der Natur mit Beschreibungen" (Animal Illustrations after Nature): This is the title of Schreber's work, which translates to "The Mammals in Illustrations According to Nature with Descriptions." It is a significant collection of mammalian illustrations from the 18th century.
The publisher responsible for the distribution of Schreber's collection.
Year of Publication: The work was published over an extended period, from 1775 to 1792.
Place of Publication: The work was published in Erlangen, Germany by Wolfgang Walther
Technique: The artworks are hand-colored copper engravings, a popular and detailed technique of the time, allowing for the precise and vibrant depiction of various species.
- Dimensions:Height: 8.47 in (21.5 cm)Width: 5.52 in (14 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.02 mm)
- Materials and Techniques:Paper,Engraved
- Period:1770-1779
- Date of Manufacture:1775
- Condition:Good. Original old handcoloring on handpressed paper. Some light soiling overall due to age, adding to its patina. Study the images carefully.
- Seller Location:Langweer, NL
- Reference Number:Seller: BG-13674-191stDibs: LU3054341193282
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