Lot 15048: Renz Waller - Pair of Falcon Etchings

This pair of hand-colored etchings shows the features of a falcon, with one depicting its face and body from the torso up and the other a close-up of its claws on one leg. They were completed by Renz Waller in 1967.

Renz Waller was a German painter and falconer who, in 1942-43, became the first person to successfully breed a peregrine falcon in captivity, in Dusseldorf, Germany. In 1937, he published a book called Der Wilde Falk ist Mein Gesell [The Wild Falcon is My Companion], which has since been released in many editions.

In addition to his falconry, Waller was an animal painter, who studied at the Dusseldorf Art Academy under Julius Paul Junghanns. Many of his works are now in the German Hunting Museum in Munich.

~ 9" by 11 1/4"

Hand-colored Etchings

1967

Overall Excellent. There may be a few minor imperfections to be expected with age. Please review the image carefully for condition and contact with any questions.