Great American Shrike or Butcher Bird

Audubon: Die Vögel Amerikas II, 1834

This is a painting of four birds perched on branches with red berries. The birds are illustrated with fine details, showing their distinct coloration of grey, white, and black feathers. They are depicted in various poses: one is perched upright, while others are positioned in more dynamic stances, interacting with the branches and berries. The leaves are a lush green with visible veins. The branches curve smoothly, supporting the birds and clusters of red berries.
Artist
Audubon: Die Vögel Amerikas II
Date
1834
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 four birds perched on branches with red berries. The birds are illustrated with fine details, showing their distinct coloration of grey, white, and black feathers. They are depicted in various poses: one is perched upright, while others are positioned in more dynamic stances, interacting with the branches and berries. The leaves are a lush green with visible veins. The branches curve smoothly, supporting the birds and clusters of red berries.

Audubon: Die Vögel Amerikas II