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Eider Duck, Male and Female, 1835 (hand-coloured etching with aquatint engraving)
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Eider Duck, Male and Female, 1835 (hand-coloured etching with aquatint engraving)
985900 Eider Duck, Male and Female, 1835 (hand-coloured etching with aquatint engraving) by Audubon, John James (1785-1851) (after); 98.5x65.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Eider Duck, Male and Female; Fuligula Mollissima. Plate CCXLVI from The Birds of America, from Original Drawings. Robert Havell Jr. (1793-1878) after John James Audubon (1758-1851). Hand-coloured etching with aquatint engraving. Engraved in 1835. 98.5 x 65.5cm.); Photo eChristies Images; American, out of copyright
Media ID 22202856
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1830s 1835 American Artist Artist American Audubon Beak Competing Competition Competitive Competitor Early 19th Century Early Nineteenth Century Eider Duck Enemies Engraved Etching Female Animal Fighter Hand Colored Hand Coloring Hand Coloured Hand Colouring Hand Tinted Handcolored John James Audubon Male Animal Negative Concept Plate Prints R Havell Rival Rivalry Robert Havell Small Group Small Group Of Animals Three Animals Handcoloured
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This print showcases a hand-coloured etching with aquatint engraving of the Eider Duck, Male and Female, created in 1835 by renowned American artist John James Audubon. The artwork measures an impressive 98.5x65.5 cm and is part of a private collection. The image portrays two stunning Eider Ducks, one male and one female, captured in intricate detail by Audubon's skilled hand. The vibrant colours bring these majestic birds to life, highlighting their unique features and plumage. Audubon's work was known for its meticulous accuracy and scientific approach to depicting wildlife. This particular piece is Plate CCXLVI from his famous book "The Birds of America" which featured original drawings transformed into exquisite engravings by Robert Havell Jr. In this scene, we witness the male and female Eider Ducks engaged in a fierce rivalry or competition. Their beaks are open wide as they confront each other head-on, showcasing the intensity of their conflict. The composition captures the energy and determination displayed by these creatures during such encounters. The print allows us to appreciate Audubon's exceptional talent as an illustrator while also providing insight into North American wildlife during the early nineteenth century. It serves as a reminder of nature's beauty and complexity that continues to inspire artists today.
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