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Red-Headed Duck

Robert Havell after John James Audubon

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of two red-headed ducks on a riverbank surrounded by grass. One duck is standing alert with its head raised, showcasing its vibrant red head and a body clad in shades of black, gray, and white. The duck's webbed feet are prominently displayed, adding a sense of movement. Beside it, another duck sits calmly, adorned with earthier tones and a textured pattern on its feathers. Delicate strokes illustrate the grasses bending gently. The scene is under a soft pastel sky. This is in the style of John James Audubon.

Artwork Details

Date
1836
Medium
hand-colored engraving and aquatint on Whatman wove paper
Dimensions
3640 × 2951 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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