Great American Hen and Young

1827

William Home Lizars after John James Audubon

Associated Names
William Home Lizars

Artist, Scottish, 1788 - 1859

John James Audubon

Artist After, American, 1785 - 1851

This is a painting of a wild turkey hen with her young. The scene depicts a large, richly colored female turkey with a flock of her poults. The female turkey has a striking plumage with shades of brown, rust, and a hint of iridescent greens. Her extended tail feathers and poised posture suggest attentiveness. The young turkeys are scattered around her, moving through a lush meadow filled with grasses and green foliage. The background is adorned with plants and wildflowers.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching and engraving with hand coloring on Whatman paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Mrs. Walter B. James

  • Accession Number

    1945.8.6

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Birds of America, no. 6

  • Series Title

    The Birds of America: Plate VI

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1827

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

Wikidata ID

Q65087413

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