This is a painting of two seabirds flying over the ocean. The painting features two birds, each with dark plumage and a white band on their backs, in mid-flight over a body of water. One bird is depicted gliding above the ocean with wings spread, while the other appears to be diving towards the water's surface, possibly feeding, as it aims towards a patch of floating greenery. The background presents a serene seascape under a clear sky, with gentle waves visible below. The painting is a scientific illustration, capturing the details and anatomy of the birds with precision and clarity, in the style of John James Audubon.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1836
- Medium
- hand-colored engraving and aquatint on Whatman wove paper
- Dimensions
- 2824 × 1864 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original