Bemaculated Duck

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 a duck in a natural setting. The duck has its mouth open and is depicted with vibrant colors, including a rich green head, brown chest, and speckled white and brown on its body. The background is filled with tall, flowing grass. The duck's webbed feet are a bright yellow, contrasting with the muted colors of the surrounding foliage. The entire composition is detailed and realistic.

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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

    1945.8.338

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Birds of America, no. 338

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1827

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

Wikidata ID

Q65083470

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