Dode tureluur hangend aan een poot 1851 - 1870

Édouard Traviès's "Dode tureluur hangend aan een poot" is a lithograph from 1851-1870. This piece depicts a dead redshank bird hanging upside down, suspended by a nail, against a plain beige background. The bird's detailed anatomical features are meticulously rendered, showcasing Traviès's skill in depicting natural subjects. The work highlights the beauty of the bird, even in death, and could be interpreted as a commentary on the cycle of life and death.