This is a print of a raven perched on a branch with leaves and small buds. The raven is depicted in detail, including its glossy black feathers that have a slight bluish sheen. It faces the left, and its beak is slightly open, revealing its tongue. The raven is sitting on a branch, surrounded by green leaves with some mottled brown patches. Among the leaves are clusters of round, brownish buds or nuts. The background behind the bird and branch is plain beige paper.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1831
- Medium
- hand-colored engraving and aquatint on Whatman wove paper
- Dimensions
- 3149 × 4692 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original