Summer Red Bird
1828
About this artwork
This hand-colored engraving, plate 44 from "The Birds of America," illustrates the Summer Red Bird (now known as Summer Tanager) along with wild muscadine grapes. It features a male, female, and immature bird, capturing their plumage variations.
Did you know?
John James Audubon's "The Birds of America" revolutionized ornithological illustration, combining scientific precision with artistic flair. This particular plate, "Summer Red Bird," showcases the male, female, and juvenile of the species, which is now recognized as the Summer Tanager. Audubon's work was notable for depicting birds in lifelike poses and natural habitats, making his folios highly sought after by both scientists and art collectors.
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Summer Red Bird
John James Audubon, 1828
