The image shows three gulls by the sea with a cloudy backdrop. Two gulls are on a rocky shore, one with a dark head and the other with a light head, while a third gull is flying above them. The birds are depicted realistically, showcasing the detailed patterns and colors of their feathers, as well as their natural poses. In the background, the sea meets distant cliffs under a sky with dynamic cloud formations. It is in the style of John James Audubon.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1836
- Medium
- hand-colored engraving and aquatint on Whatman wove paper
- Dimensions
- 2454 × 3105 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
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