Trochilidae Kolibris from Kunstformen der Natur (1904) material:canvas 400gr/m² (cotton) war von der südfranzösischen Landschaft

war von der südfranzösischen Landschaft fasziniert und verlieh ihr in seinen Werken eine fast übernatürliche Lebendigkeit

designed for a summer festival at the Zoological Garden

was known for his penchant for depicting the world from the perspective of animals

This specific work is part of his famous series "One Hundred Famous Views of Edo" and presents the vast plain of Jumantsubo in Fukagawa with fine details and subtle color nuances that capture the beauty and tranquility of the area

The relaxed pose of the woman in the deck chair conveys a sense of calm and serenity

Trochilidae Kolibris from Kunstformen der Natur (1904) material:canvas 400gr/m² (cotton) war von der südfranzösischen LandschaftThe "Trochilidae Hummingbirds" from "Art Forms of Nature" by Ernst Haeckel, published in 1904, presents a fascinating depiction of various hummingbird species in their full glory and diversity. Haeckel, a German biologist, naturalist, and artist, was known for his detailed and colorful illustrations of nature. His works, particularly the lithographs in "Art Forms of Nature," significantly influenced the art and science of his time and helped