Grünreiher, Nachtreiher, junger Reiher und Großer Weißer Reiher

Amerikanische Grafik 1765–1814, veröffentlicht 1808–1814

This painting depicts four different species of herons together. The birds are detailed in appearance, showcasing their distinct features and plumage colors. One heron has white plumage and an orange beak, standing on the left. Another heron with turquoise body and chestnut chest is perched on a branch to the right. A dark-capped heron with gray and black wing pattern is shown below, facing the viewer. There is a heron with brown speckles and a red eye under the tall heron. The background features grass, water, and distant landforms, emphasizing the birds. The style is similar to John James Audubon's accurate bird depictions.
Künstler
Amerikanische Grafik 1765–1814
Datierung
veröffentlicht 1808–1814
Gattung
Druckgrafik
Technik
hand-colored engraving with etching on wove paper
Maße
33 × 26,2 cm
Sammlung
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Lizenz
Gemeinfrei, CC0

Bildbeschreibung

This painting depicts four different species of herons together. The birds are detailed in appearance, showcasing their distinct features and plumage colors. One heron has white plumage and an orange beak, standing on the left. Another heron with turquoise body and chestnut chest is perched on a branch to the right. A dark-capped heron with gray and black wing pattern is shown below, facing the viewer. There is a heron with brown speckles and a red eye under the tall heron. The background features grass, water, and distant landforms, emphasizing the birds. The style is similar to John James Audubon's accurate bird depictions.

Amerikanische Grafik 1765–1814