Winter Hawk

Audubon: Die Vögel Amerikas I, 1829

This is a painting of a hawk capturing a frog amidst tall grasses. The hawk has its wings spread wide and beak open while seizing the frog with its talons. The bird's plumage is detailed, with a mix of browns, whites, and blacks. The tall grasses in the background add to the natural setting. The painting captures a moment of drama in the wildlife.
Artist
Audubon: Die Vögel Amerikas I
Date
1829
Type
Print
Medium
hand-colored engraving and aquatint on Whatman wove paper
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

This is a painting of a hawk capturing a frog amidst tall grasses. The hawk has its wings spread wide and beak open while seizing the frog with its talons. The bird's plumage is detailed, with a mix of browns, whites, and blacks. The tall grasses in the background add to the natural setting. The painting captures a moment of drama in the wildlife.

Audubon: Die Vögel Amerikas I