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Ruffed Grouse

Robert Havell after John James Audubon

National Gallery of Art

This image shows three birds in a natural setting. The painting depicts detailed foliage and scattered leaves, with two birds in the foreground showcasing plumage of reddish-brown, grey, blue, and green. One bird appears to be reaching towards a bunch of dark berries on a thin branch. The background features green leaves and moss-covered branches. The style is reminiscent of John James Audubon, known for realistic portrayals of birds.

Artwork Details

Date
1828
Medium
hand-colored engraving and aquatint on Whatman wove paper
Dimensions
4811 × 3205 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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