Carbonated Warbler

Carbonated Warbler

Robert Havell Jr.

1829

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From the collection of National Gallery of Art

About this work

This image shows two bright yellow birds with black stripes on their heads and backs, perched on green branches with red berries. The leaves are detailed with veins, and the birds face slightly different directions. The background is plain, keeping focus on the birds and their natural setting. The text at the bottom calls the bird a "Carbonated Warbler," which seems odd—likely a playful or mistaken name. The careful shading and lines suggest this was made by hand, not rushed. If you like this style, look up engraving to see how artists carved fine details into metal plates.

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