The Blue Heron (Ardea coerulea)

Mark Catesby, published 1731–1743

This is a painting of a blue heron standing beside water. The heron has deep blue plumage, a long neck, and a pointed beak suited for fishing. Its legs are long and green. The eye is detailed. The surroundings include grass, cattail plants, and water, suggesting a wetland habitat. The painting is in the style of John James Audubon.
Artista
Mark Catesby
Data
published 1731–1743
Tipus
Print
Tècnica
etching and engraving with hand coloring on wove paper
Mides
35.5 × 25.6 cm
Col·lecció
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Llicència
Domini públic, CC0

Descripció de la imatge

This is a painting of a blue heron standing beside water. The heron has deep blue plumage, a long neck, and a pointed beak suited for fishing. Its legs are long and green. The eye is detailed. The surroundings include grass, cattail plants, and water, suggesting a wetland habitat. The painting is in the style of John James Audubon.

Mark Catesby