This painting features two turkey vultures perched on a branch. The detailed birds are depicted with realistic plumage, one standing above the other on textured tree branches. The upper vulture has dark brown feathers and a red head while the lower vulture's wings display a gradient from deep chestnut to lighter brown. The branches are textured with rugged bark, creating a natural setting. The style is reminiscent of John James Audubon's detailed bird illustrations.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1832
- Medium
- hand-colored engraving and aquatint on Whatman wove paper
- Dimensions
- 3601 × 5450 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original