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Arctic Jager

Robert Havell after John James Audubon

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of two birds in a coastal landscape. One bird is perched on a rocky cliff, while the other is depicted in flight above it. The birds have sleek black heads and elongated tail feathers. The background includes a calm sea with a distant view of rugged cliffs and a few scattered clouds in a pale blue sky. The painting details the plumage of the birds with great precision, highlighting the texture and coloration of their feathers. The scene captures a sense of natural serenity and the majesty of the birds' environment.

Artwork Details

Date
1835
Medium
hand-colored engraving and aquatint on Whatman wove paper
Dimensions
2750 × 3752 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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