Joseph Wolf

Wolff, Matthias

British, 1820 - 1899

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This painting depicts a group of geese near a small body of water. The illustration showcases several geese standing near the water's edge on a grassy and rocky terrain. The geese are identified as "Bernicla Leucopsis" at the bottom. The focus is on the plumage and features of the geese, displaying a realistic approach to their portrayal. The geese have primarily black heads, white facial markings, and a mix of dark and light feathers on their bodies. The background features a landscape with blurred marshes and subdued colors. The illustration style is precise and resembles that of famed wildlife artists like John James Audubon.
H.C. Richter, Joseph Wolf, Barnacle Goose (Bernicla Leucopsis), hand-colored lithograph, Gift of Dr. and Mrs. George Benjamin Green, 1970.25.4

Barnacle Goose (Bernicla Leucopsis)

H.C. Richter, Joseph Wolf · · hand-colored lithograph ·  Accession ID  1970.25.4

This is a painting of two birds perched on a rock. The artwork features two vividly colored birds with predominantly green plumage, accented with an orange patch on their heads and a grey collar-like marking around their necks. One bird is standing upright on the rock with its back partially turned, showcasing its bright green and yellow feathers with hints of orange, while the other bird is nestled down, facing forward, offering a view of its pronounced beak and head patterns. The background features soft, natural elements such as strands of grass and the suggestion of water, all rendered in delicate pastel colors.
Joseph Wolf, Two Birds (Ptilonopus Auranthfrons), hand-colored lithograph, Gift of Dr. and Mrs. George Benjamin Green, 1973.26.15

Two Birds (Ptilonopus Auranthfrons)

Joseph Wolf · · hand-colored lithograph ·  Accession ID  1973.26.15