This is a painting of a wild turkey hen with her young. The scene depicts a large, richly colored female turkey with a flock of her poults. The female turkey has a striking plumage with shades of brown, rust, and a hint of iridescent greens. Her extended tail feathers and poised posture suggest attentiveness. The young turkeys are scattered around her, moving through a lush meadow filled with grasses and green foliage. The background is adorned with plants and wildflowers.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1827
- Medium
- etching and engraving with hand coloring on Whatman paper
- Dimensions
- 4933 × 3342 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original