Brown Creeper and Californian Nuthatch

1838

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 birds perched on a tree branch and one bird in flight. The artwork showcases two birds, one perched toward the top of a gnarled tree branch, while another clings upside down on the side. One bird is depicted in mid-flight, its wings spread wide displaying intricate patterns of brown and white feathers. The tree is portrayed with a rough bark texture and patches of lichen. Warm, natural hues emphasize the birds’ plumage and the details of the tree. This style is reminiscent of John James Audubon, known for detailed illustrations of birds.

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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

    1945.8.415

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Birds of America, no. 415


Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1827

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

Wikidata ID

Q65083787

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