Red-winged Starling

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 red-winged blackbirds among blooming tree branches. Three birds perch on separate branches, showcasing shades of brown, black, and hints of red. A fourth bird is depicted in flight with its wings spread wide, displaying its red wing patches against a dark body. The branches have small pink blossoms. The style is similar to John James Audubon, with detailed renderings of birds in their natural environment. The composition highlights the beauty of the birds in a serene setting, focusing on ornithological accuracy.

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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: 66 x 53 cm (26 x 20 7/8 in.)
    sheet: 100 x 67.3 cm (39 3/8 x 26 1/2 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1945.8.67

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Birds of America, no. 67

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1827

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

Wikidata ID

Q65082473

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