Red-shouldered Hawk

Audubon: Die Vögel Amerikas I, 1829

This is a painting of two red-shouldered hawks perched on a branch. The hawks are detailed, showing patterns on their feathers in shades of brown, red, and grey. They have sharp beaks and intense eyes. The background is plain, emphasizing the birds' colorful feathers. Branches with leaves and a vine are depicted. The style is reminiscent of John James Audubon's bird illustrations.
Artista
Audubon: Die Vögel Amerikas I
Datazione
1829
Tipologia
Stampa
Tecnica
hand-colored engraving and aquatint on Whatman wove paper
Dimensioni
97,3 × 65,5 cm
Collezione
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licenza
Pubblico dominio, CC0

Descrizione dell’immagine

This is a painting of two red-shouldered hawks perched on a branch. The hawks are detailed, showing patterns on their feathers in shades of brown, red, and grey. They have sharp beaks and intense eyes. The background is plain, emphasizing the birds' colorful feathers. Branches with leaves and a vine are depicted. The style is reminiscent of John James Audubon's bird illustrations.

Audubon: Die Vögel Amerikas I