Red-shouldered Hawk

1829

Robert Havell after John James Audubon

Associated Names
Robert Havell, Jr.

Artist, American, born England, 1793 - 1878

John James Audubon

Artist After, American, 1785 - 1851

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.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    hand-colored engraving and aquatint on Whatman wove paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Mrs. Walter B. James

  • Dimensions

    plate: 97.3 x 65.5 cm (38 5/16 x 25 13/16 in.)
    sheet: 100.2 x 68.5 cm (39 7/16 x 26 15/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1945.8.56

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Birds of America, no. 56

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1827

  • Audubon, John James. The Birds of America. London: 1827-1838.

Wikidata ID

Q65082436

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