Der Blaureiher (Ardea coerulea)

Mark Catesby, veröffentlicht 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.
Künstler
Mark Catesby
Datierung
veröffentlicht 1731–1743
Gattung
Druckgrafik
Technik
etching and engraving with hand coloring on wove paper
Maße
35,5 × 25,6 cm
Sammlung
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Lizenz
Gemeinfrei, CC0

Bildbeschreibung

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