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Kittiwake Gull

Robert Havell after John James Audubon

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of two Kittiwake Gulls standing on a rocky surface. The style is similar to John James Audubon. The painting features two gulls side by side, with one slightly behind the other. Each bird is detailed, showcasing their distinct plumage. Their bodies are white with grey and blue shades on their wings. The beaks are sharp and dark, with one showing a hint of yellow. The background illustrates a sky with pale blue tones and hints of clouds. The names "Kittiwake Gull" and "Larus Tridactylus" are inscribed at the bottom.

Artwork Details

Date
1834
Medium
hand-colored engraving and aquatint on Whatman wove paper
Dimensions
2399 × 1515 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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