This is a painting featuring two white-fronted geese. The image shows two geese against a backdrop of tall green grasses. One goose is upright with its head turned, displaying its coloration and feather details. The other goose has its head raised and wings partially spread. Both birds have warm brown tones on their heads and necks, contrasting with whites and grays on their bodies. The painting captures the textures of their plumage and the colors of their beaks and feet. Shells and rocks are also seen beneath the geese.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1836
- Medium
- hand-colored engraving and aquatint on Whatman wove paper
- Dimensions
- 5507 × 3666 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original