White-crowned Pigeon

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

The image shows two white-crowned pigeons among vibrant foliage and flowers. The pigeons are surrounded by lush green leaves and striking orange-red flowers. Each bird has a white cap on its head and deep blue plumage. The painting captures the birds' delicate features and dynamic pose. The scene is filled with vivid colors from the birds' habitat. The style of the painting resembles that 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

  • Accession Number

    1945.8.177

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Birds of America, no. 177

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1827

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

Wikidata ID

Q65082865

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