This is a painting of two ducks perched on a rocky landscape. The painting features two gadwall ducks. The duck on the left exhibits warm brown plumage with intricate patterns on its feathers, while the duck on the right displays gray, white, and chestnut hues with detailed feather texture. The backdrop consists of a subtle gradient of sky and a rocky ledge beneath the ducks. The style is reminiscent of John James Audubon.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1836
- Medium
- hand-colored engraving and aquatint on Whatman wove paper
- Dimensions
- 3558 × 2455 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original