The Stork 1515

"The Stork" is a pen and ink drawing by German Renaissance master Albrecht Dürer, created in 1515. Dürer's meticulous attention to detail is evident in the lifelike portrayal of the bird, from its delicate feathers to its long, slender legs and sharp beak. This artwork is a testament to his skill as a draftsman and his fascination with the natural world. The drawing, currently housed at the Museum of Ixelles in Brussels, Belgium, is a prime example of Dürer's animal studies, which were often used as preparatory sketches for larger works.