Red-Headed Duck

1836

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-headed ducks on a riverbank surrounded by grass. One duck is standing alert with its head raised, showcasing its vibrant red head and a body clad in shades of black, gray, and white. The duck's webbed feet are prominently displayed, adding a sense of movement. Beside it, another duck sits calmly, adorned with earthier tones and a textured pattern on its feathers. Delicate strokes illustrate the grasses bending gently. The scene is under a soft pastel sky. This is in the style 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

    1945.8.322

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Birds of America, no. 322


Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1827

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

Wikidata ID

Q65083407

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