Golden Plover

1836

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 three golden plovers in various poses. Two birds are on the ground, while one is in flight above them. The bird on the left has a golden-spotted plumage on its back, with a white and black pattern on its breast. The center bird is portrayed mid-flight with grey and gold markings visible on its wings. The bird on the right is crouching, wings partially unfolded. The background features a landscape with water bodies, hills, and a light sky. The style is reminiscent of John James Audubon, known for detailed and realistic avian 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

    1945.8.300

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Birds of America, no. 300


Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1827

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

Wikidata ID

Q65083325

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