1837
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Bank Swallow and Violet-green Swallow is a 1837 ink by Robert Havell Jr., a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This painting shows two types of swallows in flight and in their nests. The birds are colored in shades of brown, green, and purple. The nests are in a rocky cliffside, with one bird flying out of a nest and another flying towards it. The birds are depicted in various poses, showcasing their agility and movement. The rocky cliffside provides a natural backdrop for the swallows, highlighting their connection to the environment. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this piece, you might want to look up Havell, Jr., Robert.
The Havell family of Reading, Berkshire, England, included a number of notable engravers, etchers and painters, as well as writers, publishers, educators, and musicians.
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