White Ibis

1834

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 ibises in a natural setting. The painting shows a white ibis with a long, curved bill standing next to a juvenile ibis with brown plumage and a long bill. The birds are in a marsh-like environment with rocks, grass, and water. A crayfish is at the foot of the white ibis. The background includes foliage and a sky with clouds. The composition is detailed and precise, indicating a focus on naturalism and realistic depiction. The style is reminiscent of John James Audubon.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    hand-colored engraving and aquatint on Whatman wove paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Mrs. Walter B. James

  • Accession Number

    1945.8.222

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Birds of America, no. 222


Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1827

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

Wikidata ID

Q65083044

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