Black and White Water-Fowl with Blue Throat

Britische Grafik 1705–1770,

This is a drawing of a bird holding a fish in its beak. The bird is portrayed on a patch of green grass, with its body slightly turned and head lifted up. Its plumage consists of alternating black and white feathers, transitioning into a blue neck. The bird's feathers are detailed, and the surroundings include small clusters of leaves. The composition highlights the bird's success in catching the fish.
Artista
Britische Grafik 1705–1770
Tipologia
Stampa
Tecnica
hand-colored etching on laid paper
Dimensioni
25 × 18,8 cm
Collezione
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licenza
Pubblico dominio, CC0

Descrizione dell’immagine

This is a drawing of a bird holding a fish in its beak. The bird is portrayed on a patch of green grass, with its body slightly turned and head lifted up. Its plumage consists of alternating black and white feathers, transitioning into a blue neck. The bird's feathers are detailed, and the surroundings include small clusters of leaves. The composition highlights the bird's success in catching the fish.

Britische Grafik 1705–1770