Brasilian Caracara Eagle

1833

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 birds engaging in a dynamic scene. The image portrays one bird perched on a branch with its wings partially extended, while the second bird appears to be swooping down with wings fully spread. Both birds have dark brown, beige, and gray plumage. Their beaks are prominently visible, with hues of pink around the eyes and beak. The detailing of feathers emphasizes movement.

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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

    1945.8.161

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Birds of America, no. 161

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1827

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

Wikidata ID

Q65082811

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