Great American Shrike or Butcher Bird

1834

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 four birds perched on branches with red berries. The birds are illustrated with fine details, showing their distinct coloration of grey, white, and black feathers. They are depicted in various poses: one is perched upright, while others are positioned in more dynamic stances, interacting with the branches and berries. The leaves are a lush green with visible veins. The branches curve smoothly, supporting the birds and clusters of red berries.

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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

    1945.8.192

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Birds of America, no. 192

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1827

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

Wikidata ID

Q65082929

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