Canards Sauvages
1851
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1851
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This drawing shows three ducks resting by a shoreline. Two ducks sit close together on the sand, while the third stands nearby. In the background, a flock of birds flies over a calm body of water, with bushes and a distant shore visible. The artist used fine lines to capture the ducks’ feathers and the water’s texture. The scene feels quiet and natural, like a moment frozen in time. Next, look up etching to see how artists create detailed prints like this one.