Green Heron

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 two Green Herons among vegetation, observing a butterfly. The composition features the herons in a natural setting with green leaves and a rocky stream. One heron is in a dynamic pose with its beak aimed at the butterfly, while the other heron stands gracefully. A pastel-colored butterfly sits on a leaf above them. The background is detailed, creating a lush environment. This artwork is similar to John James Audubon's style.

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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

    1945.8.333

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Birds of America, no. 333

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1827

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

Wikidata ID

Q65083449

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