This is a painting of a Noddy Tern perched on a branch by the water. The illustration features a detailed depiction of the bird with its sleek plumage in various shades of brown and a distinctive white cap on its head. The bird stands on a rugged, textured branch that extends diagonally. The background showcases a coastal landscape with calm waters and distant landforms, likely cliffs or hills, under a soft, muted sky. Detail is also given to the texture and feather patterns of the tern. This is in the style of John James Audubon.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1835
- Medium
- hand-colored engraving and aquatint on Whatman wove paper
- Dimensions
- 2746 × 1921 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original