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Hen harrier design
Drawing by Alfred Waterhouse for the ornamentation of the Natural History Museum, London, 1875-1876. Waterhouse designed the museum in the 1860s, and it first opened its doors on Easter Monday 1881
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This illustration showcases the intricate Hen Harrier design created by the renowned Victorian artist, Alfred Waterhouse, for the ornamentation of the Natural History Museum in London during the late 19th century. Waterhouse, who also designed the museum itself in the 1860s, expertly captured the essence of the Hen Harrier, a bird of prey belonging to the Accipitridae family, in this stunning drawing. The Hen Harrier, also known as Circus cyaneus or the Marsh Hawk, is a slender and agile bird with distinctive blue-grey plumage and a white "moustache" stripe. The illustration reveals the bird in its natural habitat, perched on a branch with its sharp, curved beak and alert, piercing gaze. The intricate detailing of the feathers and the lifelike quality of the bird's expression are a testament to Waterhouse's exceptional artistic skill. The drawing is a beautiful representation of the Hen Harrier, which is a rare and endangered species in the UK today. The Natural History Museum, which first opened its doors on Easter Monday 1881, is a testament to the Victorian fascination with the natural world. The museum's interior is adorned with numerous intricate designs and illustrations, including this exquisite Hen Harrier drawing. The museum's collection includes millions of specimens from the animal kingdom, ranging from the smallest insects to the largest dinosaur fossils. This illustration is a reminder of the rich natural history heritage that the Natural History Museum represents and the importance of preserving and celebrating the natural world. The Hen Harrier design by Alfred Waterhouse is not only a beautiful work of art but also a reminder of the natural beauty and diversity that exists in our world.
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