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Animalia Volatilia et Amphibia (Aier): Plate LXV, c. 1575/1580. Creator: Joris Hoefnagel
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Animalia Volatilia et Amphibia (Aier): Plate LXV, c. 1575/1580. Creator: Joris Hoefnagel
Animalia Volatilia et Amphibia (Aier): Plate LXV, c. 1575/1580
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This exquisite 16th century artwork, titled "Animalia Volatilia et Amphibia (Aier): Plate LXV" by Joris Hoefnagel, showcases a stunning array of European birds and amphibians. Created around 1575-1580, this masterpiece is a watercolor and gouache drawing on vellum, intricately detailed with gold accents in an oval border. The plate is part of Hoefnagel's larger work, "Aier," which was a significant contribution to the field of natural history during the Renaissance. Joris Hoefnagel, also known as Georg Hoefnagel or Georg Houfnagel, was a renowned Flemish artist and naturalist. His meticulous illustrations were highly sought after by scholars and collectors of the time. This particular plate features a blackbird (Turdus merula), a thrush, a starling (Sturnus vulgaris), and a passerine bird. Each bird is depicted with remarkable accuracy and attention to detail, showcasing Hoefnagel's exceptional artistic skills. The artwork is a testament to the European fascination with the natural world during the Renaissance era. It is also an important piece of literary and scientific heritage, as it was likely used as a reference for early natural history texts. Today, this beautiful artwork is housed in the National Gallery of Art in Washington D.C., where it continues to inspire and captivate visitors from around the world.
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