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Uria Brunnichii

Robert Havell after John James Audubon

National Gallery of Art

This is an image of a bird in flight over water. The bird has dark feathers on its back and wings, and white feathers underneath. It has a black beak, red eyes, and webbed feet. The background shows a gradient from light to dark, resembling a sky, with waves in the water below. The painting is detailed, focusing on the bird's feathers. It is reminiscent of the style of John James Audubon, known for detailed bird illustrations.

Artwork Details

Date
1835
Medium
hand-colored engraving and aquatint on Whatman wove paper
Dimensions
3134 × 2413 px
Public Domain
Yes
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