An Eagle-Owl Seizes A Hare 1860

Ferdinand von Wright's "An Eagle-Owl Seizes A Hare" (1860) depicts a dramatic scene of a fierce eagle-owl in mid-flight, talons clamped onto a helpless hare. The artist, known for his meticulous animal studies, captures the raw power of nature in this realistic portrayal. The owl's powerful wings and piercing gaze are contrasted with the hare's desperate struggle, creating a captivating display of predator and prey. This realistic and detailed painting exemplifies the artist's mastery of animal anatomy and his passion for the natural world.