Broad-winged Hawk
Audubon: Die Vögel Amerikas I, 1830
- Artista
- Audubon: Die Vögel Amerikas I
- Datazione
- 1830
- Tipologia
- Stampa
- Tecnica
- hand-colored engraving and aquatint on Whatman wove paper
- Dimensioni
- 96,2 × 65 cm
- Collezione
- National Gallery of Art, Washington
- Licenza
- Pubblico dominio, CC0
Descrizione dell’immagine
This is a painting of two birds of prey perched on a branch with green foliage. It features two hawks—one larger with brown and white plumage standing upright on a branch, and another with fanned tail and partially outstretched wings below. Both birds are detailed anatomically, showcasing their feathers and patterns. They are surrounded by green leaves with variations in shade, suggesting light and shadow. The scene is set against a neutral background, emphasizing the birds and foliage. The style is reminiscent of John James Audubon's realistic bird paintings.