Winter Hawk

Audubon: Die Vögel Amerikas I, 1829

This is a painting of a hawk capturing a frog amidst tall grasses. The hawk has its wings spread wide and beak open while seizing the frog with its talons. The bird's plumage is detailed, with a mix of browns, whites, and blacks. The tall grasses in the background add to the natural setting. The painting captures a moment of drama in the wildlife.
Kunstenaar
Audubon: Die Vögel Amerikas I
Datering
1829
Soort
Prent
Techniek
hand-colored engraving and aquatint on Whatman wove paper
Collectie
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licentie
Publiek domein, CC0

Beeldbeschrijving

This is a painting of a hawk capturing a frog amidst tall grasses. The hawk has its wings spread wide and beak open while seizing the frog with its talons. The bird's plumage is detailed, with a mix of browns, whites, and blacks. The tall grasses in the background add to the natural setting. The painting captures a moment of drama in the wildlife.

Audubon: Die Vögel Amerikas I