Bachmans Finch

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 a small bird perched on a branch with leafy foliage and delicate flowers. The bird has earthy brown and tan plumage and appears to be inspecting a cluster of round seeds or buds. The branch has large green leaves and clusters of pink-tinged flowers at various stages of blooming and withering. The painting emphasizes fine details such as the textures of the feathers and the veins of the leaves. The background is blank, focusing attention on the bird and plant. The painting is done in the style of John James Audubon.

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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: 49.2 x 31 cm (19 3/8 x 12 3/16 in.)
    sheet: 99.2 x 67.6 cm (39 1/16 x 26 5/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1945.8.165

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Birds of America, no. 165

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1827

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

Wikidata ID

Q65082821

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