Perdix rubra, Perdix rouge (The Red-Legged Partridge), from "Livre d'Oyseaux" (Book of Birds) 1650 - 1665

"Perdix rubra, Perdix rouge (The Red-Legged Partridge)" is an etching by Albert Flamen from his "Livre d'Oyseaux" (Book of Birds) series, dated between 1650-1665. This detailed engraving showcases a group of red-legged partridges in a natural setting, with tall grasses in the foreground and a distant wooded landscape. Flamen's meticulous attention to detail is evident in the feathers, the delicate foliage, and the subtle variations in light and shadow. This print reflects the popularity of natural history and ornithological studies during the 17th century.