Museum van vogels 1848 - 1881

"Museum van vogels" (Museum of Birds) is a 19th-century Dutch illustrated book by Lutkie & Cranenburg. This page, showcasing twelve different bird species, is a beautiful example of natural history illustration. The birds are depicted in simple but elegant detail, with their colors and features accurately rendered. The accompanying text, written in Dutch, identifies each bird. The book, housed in the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into the fascinating world of ornithology during the 19th century.