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.
Artiste
Audubon: Die Vögel Amerikas II
Datation
1833
Catégorie
Estampe
Technique
hand-colored engraving and aquatint on Whatman wove paper
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Domaine public, CC0

Description de l’image

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