Black-throated Diver

Black-throated Diver

Robert Havell Jr.

1836

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From the collection of National Gallery of Art

About this work

This painting shows three birds standing on the shore of a lake. The birds have long, pointed beaks and are covered in black and white feathers. One bird is standing upright, while the other two are sitting down. The birds are surrounded by tall grasses and reeds, and the lake stretches out behind them. The sky above is light blue and hazy. The artist who created this beautiful painting is Havell, Jr., Robert.

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