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Animalia Volatilia et Amphibia (Aier): Plate XXVI, c. 1575/1580. Creator: Joris Hoefnagel
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Animalia Volatilia et Amphibia (Aier): Plate XXVI, c. 1575/1580. Creator: Joris Hoefnagel
Animalia Volatilia et Amphibia (Aier): Plate XXVI, c. 1575/1580
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Animalia Volatilia Et Amphibia Aier Aquatic Bird Cormorant Georg Houfnagel George Hoefnagel Hoefnagel George Hoefnagel Joris Houfnagel Georg Joris Hoefnagel Natural History Phalaerocorax Carbo Water Bird Waterbird Coot Eurasian Coot Fulica Atra
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Plate XXVI
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of Joris Hoefnagel's "Animalia Volatilia et Amphibia (Aier)," created around 1575-1580, showcases a stunning watercolor and gouache illustration of various European aquatic and waterbirds on vellum. The meticulously detailed drawing is framed with an elegant oval border in gold. The centerpiece of this artwork is a Cormorant (Phalacrocorax carbo), a large, waterbird with a distinctive black plumage and webbed feet. To its left, an Eurasian Coot (Fulica atra) wades through the water, its distinctive red bill and black plumage contrasting against the water's surface. This exquisite illustration is a testament to Hoefnagel's exceptional skill as a naturalist artist. His keen observation and masterful use of color and technique bring these birds to life, transporting the viewer to the shores of Europe during the sixteenth century. The artwork is a precious heritage piece, now housed in the National Gallery of Art in Washington D.C., USA. It is a valuable addition to any art or natural history collection, providing a glimpse into the past and a reminder of the beauty and diversity of the natural world. This illustration also serves as a reminder of the rich literary and scientific traditions of the sixteenth century, a time when natural history was a burgeoning field, and artists like Hoefnagel played a crucial role in documenting and preserving the natural world for future generations. In this artwork, Hoefnagel invites us to appreciate the intricacies of nature, to marvel at the diversity of the animal kingdom, and to reflect on the interconnectedness of all living beings. It is a timeless masterpiece that continues to inspire and captivate audiences today.
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