This painting depicts two hawk owls perched on branches. One owl is vertical on a branch, gazing into the distance with yellow eyes. The other owl is mid-motion, possibly in flight or preparing to dive, displaying spread wings and detailed feather patterns. The owls have brown plumage with black and white markings. They are set against a neutral background with twisted branches. The style is reminiscent of John James Audubon's lifelike bird portrayals.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1837
- Medium
- hand-colored engraving and aquatint on Whatman wove paper
- Dimensions
- 3361 × 3756 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original