Golden Eagle

Audubon: Die Vögel Amerikas II, 1833

This is a painting of a golden eagle carrying a hare. The painting depicts a golden eagle in flight, holding a white hare in its talons against a sky backdrop. The eagle's feathers are detailed, showcasing browns and golds. The hare appears lifeless. The background features a rocky landscape with mountains in the distance.
Artist
Audubon: Die Vögel Amerikas II
Date
1833
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 golden eagle carrying a hare. The painting depicts a golden eagle in flight, holding a white hare in its talons against a sky backdrop. The eagle's feathers are detailed, showcasing browns and golds. The hare appears lifeless. The background features a rocky landscape with mountains in the distance.

Audubon: Die Vögel Amerikas II