Yellow-throated Warbler (Sylvia pensilis)
1830
About this artwork
This is Plate 85, number 17, from John James Audubon's monumental work "The Birds of America." It features a male Yellow-throated Warbler perched on a branch of what appears to be a Sweet Chestnut tree, with its distinctive flowers and developing fruit.
Did you know?
John James Audubon, a self-taught ornithologist and artist, dedicated his life to documenting every bird species in North America. To create his masterpiece, "The Birds of America," he embarked on extensive travels, often enduring harsh conditions to observe and sketch birds in their natural habitats. The resulting hand-colored engravings are celebrated not only for their scientific precision but also for their dynamic compositions and artistic beauty, making them one of the most significant works in ornithological art.
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Yellow-throated Warbler (Sylvia pensilis)
John James Audubon, 1830
