Griffon Vulture

About this work

This drawing shows a griffon vulture standing on rocky ground. Its feathers are mostly brown and white, with a sharp, curved beak and strong legs. The background is plain, letting the bird fill the whole picture. The artist used hand coloring on a lithograph, which means the image was printed and then painted by hand. This was a common way to make detailed animal pictures in the 1800s. If you like this style, look up lithography to see how it works.