Artwork
Male Mallard
Male Mallard is an unspecified painting by Ferdinand von Wright. It dates from 1830 and is held in the collection of the Finnish National Gallery.
About this work
Overview
Male Mallard is a painting by Ferdinand von Wright, a Finnish artist known for his detailed depictions of animals, particularly birds.
Subject & Meaning
The painting features a male mallard duck on a rock, its head turned to the right, showcasing its characteristic brown and white plumage, green head, yellow bill, and red legs.
Technique & Style
The work is characterized by a realistic style, with meticulous attention to the duck's feathers and surroundings, set against a plain white background with a few blades of grass in the lower-left corner.
History & Provenance
Created in 1830, Male Mallard is part of the Ateneum collection.
Artist & collection
Artist
Ferdinand von Wright (19 March 1822, Haminalahti, near Kuopio - 31 July 1906, Kuopio) was a Finnish painter (belonging to Swedish-speaking population of Finland) - He is best known for his landscapes and animal…
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