Artwork
The Stork (Ciconia Alba)
The Stork (Ciconia Alba) is an ink print by the Baroque artist Eleazar Albin. It dates from 1734 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
The Stork (Ciconia Alba) is a hand-colored etching created by Eleazar Albin in 1734.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a stork standing in shallow water, characterized by its red leg, curved neck, and bright red beak with a yellow tip, set against a simple background of a pond with green plants and grass.
Technique & Style
The etching showcases meticulous detail, with careful lines delineating every feather. The hand-coloring is soft yet clear, exemplifying a style typical of bird illustrations in 18th-century scientific publications.
Artist & collection
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