Pavoncella
1827-1838
John James Audubon’s 'Turn-stone' captures the dynamic energy of these shorebirds, showing one swooping dramatically over the water while another stands alert on the shore. Created for his monumental book 'The Birds of America,' this plate highlights the birds' striking summer and winter plumage against a serene coastal backdrop. Audubon was famous for depicting birds in their natural habitats rather than as stiff scientific specimens, often killing and wiring them into lifelike poses to draw them. This hand-colored engraving by Robert Havell brings the vibrant reds and deep blues of the feathers to life with incredible detail.
- Technique
- Hand-colored engraving
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