Wandering Shearwater

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 a bird named the Wandering Shearwater. The bird is shown standing on a rocky surface with a calm body of water and silhouetted mountains in the background. The bird has white underparts and darker plumage on the wings and back. Its beak is slightly open, with a unique curve and coloration matching its feet. The painting highlights the bird's plumage pattern, with a naturalistic setting enhancing its presentation. The style is reminiscent of John James Audubon's detailed and vibrant 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

    1945.8.283

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Birds of America, no. 283


Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1827

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

Wikidata ID

Q65083264

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