This image depicts four ruddy ducks in a natural setting. The ducks are detailed, showing their reddish-brown, black, and white feathers, as well as blue bills. The background includes a body of water, distant clouds, and subtle landscape contours. The style is reminiscent of John James Audubon's realistic bird illustrations.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1836
- Medium
- hand-colored engraving and aquatint on Whatman wove paper
- Dimensions
- 3682 × 2349 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original