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Salt Water Marsh Hen

Robert Havell after John James Audubon

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of two birds standing on marshy ground among tall grasses. One bird is larger and standing erect with its beak open, while the smaller bird is leaning forward. The birds are detailed with intricate plumage and distinct coloration. The scene captures a natural wetland habitat, with water and reeds in the background, typical of a marsh environment. The focus is on realism and naturalism.

Artwork Details

Date
1834
Medium
hand-colored engraving and aquatint on Whatman wove paper
Dimensions
1869 × 2452 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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