This painting features two blackbirds among corn plants. The birds are shown among the green leaves of the corn plants. One bird is perched on the corn, while the other is slightly above with outspread wings. The corn plants are depicted in different stages of growth, with tassels and ears visible. The painting highlights the black and iridescent feathers of the birds against the green backdrop of the corn. This artwork is in the style of John James Audubon.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1827
- Medium
- etching and engraving with hand coloring on Whatman paper
- Dimensions
- 2525 × 3227 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original