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Golden eagle, Aquila chrysaetos
Golden eagle, Aquila chrysaetos (Aquila chrysaeta). Handcoloured steel engraving from Georg Friedrich Treitschkes Gallery of Natural History, Naturhistorischer Bildersaal des Thierreiches, Liepzig, 1842
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This stunning handcoloured steel engraving depicts the majestic Golden Eagle (Aquila chrysaetos, formerly known as Aquila chrysaeta), a bird of prey native to Eurasia and North America. The Golden Eagle is the largest bird of prey in Europe and one of the most powerful birds in the world. With a wingspan of up to 7.5 feet, this bird is a formidable hunter, preying on a variety of animals including rabbits, hares, foxes, and even smaller eagles. The intricate detail in this engraving captures the Golden Eagle's distinctive features, from its golden-brown plumage to its sharp, hooked beak and powerful talons. The artist has also skillfully depicted the eagle's keen gaze, which is fixed intently on its prey. This engraving was produced by Georg Friedrich Treitschke's Gallery of Natural History, Naturhistorischer Bildersaal des Thierreiches, in Leipzig, Germany, in 1842. Treitschke was a renowned naturalist and publisher who produced high-quality works on natural history. This particular engraving is part of his extensive collection of ornithological prints. The handcolouring adds an additional layer of beauty to the engraving, bringing the Golden Eagle to life and making it a true work of art. The use of steel engraving techniques allowed for intricate detail and precise lines, resulting in an image that is both beautiful and scientifically accurate. Today, the Golden Eagle is a symbol of power and freedom, and this engraving serves as a reminder of the awe-inspiring beauty and power of nature. It is a testament to the skill and artistry of the naturalists and artists of the past, who dedicated themselves to documenting and preserving the natural world for future generations.
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