Snow Bird (Fringilla Nivalis)
1827
About this artwork
This plate, titled "Snow Bird," features two depictions of the Fringilla Nivalis, or Snow Bunting, perched on branches with dark berries. It is part of John J. Audubon's monumental work, Birds of America, engraved by Robert Havell Jr.
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John James Audubon's "Birds of America" is one of the most significant ornithological works ever published, renowned for its life-sized illustrations. Robert Havell Jr. was the principal engraver for the series, meticulously translating Audubon's watercolors into stunning aquatint engravings, a process that involved both artistry and precise scientific detail. Each plate captured the birds in dynamic, natural poses, setting a new standard for wildlife illustration.
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Snow Bird (Fringilla Nivalis)
John James Audubon, 1827
