Canada Jay

1831

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

Two Canada jays are perched on a branch amidst vibrant oak leaves. Each bird displays distinct plumage of gray and white. The color palette includes earthy tones with deep reds, rusty oranges, soft greens, and muted browns, complemented by the grays and whites of the birds. The birds are positioned near the center, with one facing left and the other facing right, both nestled against the green and rust-colored leaves forming a swirling background pattern.

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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

    1945.8.107

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Birds of America, no. 107

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1827

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

Wikidata ID

Q65082626

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