Nachtschwalbe
1827-1838
John James Audubon captured the Common Nighthawk (labeled here as 'Night Hawk') in a dramatic mid-dive, chasing insects against a backdrop of lush oak leaves. This stunning plate comes from his monumental 'The Birds of America,' a massive project where he traveled the American wilderness to document every bird species he could find. Fun fact: Audubon often used wires to pose freshly killed birds in lifelike, dynamic positions before painting them to get these action shots! The intricate hand-coloring brings the mottled feathers to life, showcasing the hyper-realistic style that made him famous.
- Technique
- Hand-colored engraving
- Material
- Paper
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