Kaapse poelvogel Possibly 1786 - 1787

"Kaapse poelvogel" is a detailed pen and ink drawing by Dutch artist Jan Brandes, dating back to 1786-1787. The artwork depicts a Black-winged Stilt, a wading bird with long, slender legs and a long, thin beak. Brandes' meticulous attention to detail is evident in the precise rendering of the bird's plumage, especially its striking black and white pattern. This drawing, likely created for a scientific study, provides valuable insight into Brandes' expertise in natural history illustration and the beauty of the avian world.