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Great Marbled Godwit

Robert Havell after John James Audubon

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of two birds standing among tall grasses. The artwork features two birds with long beaks, standing on the ground. Their plumage includes muted browns, creams, and subtle reds with detailed feather textures. The bird in the foreground has its beak slightly forward, while the one behind has its wings raised. The background shows lush greenery, including grass and leafy plants. The style resembles that of John James Audubon, known for attention to naturalistic detail and vibrancy in avian subjects.

Artwork Details

Date
1835
Medium
hand-colored engraving and aquatint on Whatman wove paper
Dimensions
2598 × 1694 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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