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Cygne, heron

Karl Bodmer

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing featuring a swan and a stork in their respective natural habitats. The sketch is divided into two sections, with a swan shown at the top and a stork at the bottom. The upper portion shows a swan gliding on the water's surface, surrounded by ripples and hints of grass or reeds. The lower part depicts a stork standing on the stream's bank, highlighting its long legs and beak. The background includes sparse vegetation, suggesting an open space like a wetland area. The artist has used precise lines to portray the texture of feathers and the different surfaces of water and land.

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3359 × 4477 px
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