Great Marbled Godwit

1835

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 standing among tall grasses. The artwork features two birds with long beaks, standing on the ground. Their plumage includes muted browns, creams, and subtle reds with detailed feather textures. The bird in the foreground has its beak slightly forward, while the one behind has its wings raised. The background shows lush greenery, including grass and leafy plants. The style resembles that of John James Audubon, known for attention to naturalistic detail and vibrancy in avian subjects.

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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

    1945.8.238

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Birds of America, no. 238


Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1827

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

Wikidata ID

Q65083089

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