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Downy Woodpecker

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

This is a painting of woodpeckers on a flowering branch. The painting depicts two woodpeckers perched on a branch that is adorned with vibrant red and pink flowers. The birds have black and white plumage against leafy green foliage and bright blossoms. Delicate lines and color nuances highlight the woodpeckers' feathers and the branch they are on. The flowers, with soft pink and red hues, add an elegant touch to the scene.

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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

1945.8.112
Catalogue Raisonné

Birds of America, no. 112

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1827

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

Wikidata ID

Q65082647

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