Arctic Jager

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 in a coastal landscape. One bird is perched on a rocky cliff, while the other is depicted in flight above it. The birds have sleek black heads and elongated tail feathers. The background includes a calm sea with a distant view of rugged cliffs and a few scattered clouds in a pale blue sky. The painting details the plumage of the birds with great precision, highlighting the texture and coloration of their feathers. The scene captures a sense of natural serenity and the majesty of the birds' environment.

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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

    1945.8.267

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Birds of America, no. 267


Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1827

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

Wikidata ID

Q65083199

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