Scandinavian Woodland Hawks Triptych of Lithographs, Sweden, 1929, Set of 3

Scandinavian Woodland Hawks Triptych — Svenska Fåglar Lithographs, Sweden 1929 A refined trio of woodland raptors from the celebrated Svenska Fåglar Efter Naturen Och På Sten Ritade series, published in Sweden in 1929. These original lithographs exemplify the Scandinavian approach to natural history illustration, balancing scientific observation with understated decorative elegance. Drawn from nature and transferred to lithographic stone, the prints demonstrate careful attention to feather structure, posture and species character. The restrained compositions — birds set against open neutral backgrounds — create a calm visual rhythm that translates beautifully into contemporary interior design settings. This triptych has been curated to emphasize visual flow across the wall, combining slender silhouettes and complementary tonal balance. Together they form a cohesive and sophisticated presentation suitable for both collectors and design-oriented installations. These are original 1929 lithographs, not reproductions. Sold unframed; any framed examples shown are for visual reference only. Condition report: Light age toning and minor handling marks consistent with early 20th-century prints. Occasional faint foxing or edge wear; overall clean impressions. Framing tips: Use warm off-white mats with dark wood or black frames. Even spacing between works enhances the gallery-style effect. Technique: Lithograph Maker: A. Börtzells, Sweden, 1929 More details of the birds: BG-11219-2-18. Triorchis lagopus (syn. Buteo lagopus) English: Rough-legged Buzzard Rough-legged Hawk (North American usage) German: Raufußbussard Dutch: Ruigpootbuizerd French: Buse pattue Alternative / historical names: Rough-footed Buzzard (older English usage) Lagopus Buzzard (early scientific texts) Notes for collectors: an elegant Arctic and subarctic raptor with feathered legs, highly appreciated for its refined posture and soft tonal palette — visually balanced and decorative. BG-11219-2-19 Pernis apivorus English: European Honey Buzzard Honey Buzzard German: Wespenbussard Dutch: Wespendief French: Bondrée apivore Alternative / historical names: Honey-eating Buzzard Bee Hawk (rare historical reference) Notes: recognizable for its slender head and refined plumage pattern; considered a sophisticated species depiction that adds subtle variation to raptor groupings. BG-11219-2-20 Buteo buteo English: Common Buzzard German: Mäusebussard Dutch: Buizerd French: Buse variable Alternative / historical names: European Buzzard Variable Buzzard (reference to plumage variation) Notes for collectors: one of the most iconic European birds of prey; strong silhouette and balanced composition make it ideal as a central anchor within designer-oriented wall arrangements. Keywords: antique bird prints, svenska fåglar, nordic raptors, birds of prey art, antique lithograph birds, swedish ornithology, scandinavian natural history, vintage wildlife prints, museum style wall art, eagle illustration antique, antique zoological art, ornithology plates, antique nature illustration, swedish wildlife art, nordic design decor, vintage bird illustration, early 20th century lithograph, naturalist illustration antique, decorative wildlife print, collectible ornithology, scandinavian vintage art, neutral decor artwork, bird study illustration, classic natural history print, antique scientific illustration, designer wall art antique, wildlife lithograph original, european bird art, antique bird decor, natural history artwork, gallery wall triptych, heritage ornithology, authentic antique prints, minimal vintage decor, collectible natural history, birdwatching decor, educational wildlife print, european fauna illustration, antique lithographic plate, vintage scientific art, swedish bird series, naturalist plate art, museum decor antique, elegant wildlife illustration, ornithological collectible, nordic vintage artwork, classic wildlife decor, antique wall art birds. This is an original and NOT a reproduction!