Uria Brunnichii

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 an image of a bird in flight over water. The bird has dark feathers on its back and wings, and white feathers underneath. It has a black beak, red eyes, and webbed feet. The background shows a gradient from light to dark, resembling a sky, with waves in the water below. The painting is detailed, focusing on the bird's feathers. It is reminiscent of the style of John James Audubon, known for detailed bird illustrations.

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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

    1945.8.245

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Birds of America, no. 245

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1827

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

Wikidata ID

Q65083115

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