Eieren van zee-zwaluwen c. 1870 - 1940

"Eieren van zee-zwaluwen" (Sea Swallow Eggs) is a stereoscopic photograph by Adolphe Burdet, a Swiss photographer who specialized in nature photography. Created between 1870 and 1940, this artwork features a close-up view of a sandy field with numerous nests containing sea swallow eggs. The 3D effect of the stereoscopic photograph enhances the natural scene, inviting the viewer to experience the delicate details and the fragility of the eggs in their natural habitat. This image showcases Burdet's keen observation and artistic appreciation for the beauty of the natural world. The artwork currently resides in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.