Vier Geier Verschiedener Art (1723)
Technique: Giclée quality print
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Welcome to our online gallery, where today we feature a captivating work titled "Vier Geier Verschiedener Art" created in 1723 by the esteemed artist Philipp Ferdinand de Hamilton. This striking painting showcases four different species of vultures, each rendered with meticulous attention to detail and vivid realism.In the foreground, these majestic birds display their distinctive features, from their keen eyes to their varied plumage textures. The artist's ability to capture the essence of each vulture’s character and form makes this painting not only a marvel of biological accuracy but also a testament to de Hamilton's skill in naturalistic depiction.The setting of the painting adds a serene yet wild backdrop, depicting a soft, rolling landscape under a gentle sky. This contrast with the rugged appearance of the vultures evokes a sense of the natural world where beauty exists in even the most formidable creatures."Vier Geier Verschiedener Art" serves as a brilliant example of de Hamilton's prowess in wildlife art and offers viewers an intimate look at these often-misunderstood birds.
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Philipp Ferdinand de Hamilton, was an 18th-century painter from the Southern Netherlands active in Austria.
He was born in Brussels as the son of the Scottish painter James de Hamilton, who taught him to paint. From 1705 to 1750 he was court painter in Vienna, and he is known for hunting scenes like his brother Johann Georg. He died in Vienna.