American Water Ouzel

1837

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

The image shows two birds perched on rocks next to a small waterfall. The perspective is eye level with the birds, offering a detailed view of their plumage. The horizon is high, emphasizing distant hills and depth. Brushstrokes outline the birds' plumage with fine detail. The color palette includes earthy browns for the birds and rocks, and cool tones for the waterfall and hills. The background landscape fades to soft blues and grays.

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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

    1945.8.370

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Birds of America, no. 370

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1827

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

Wikidata ID

Q65083592

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