1837
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Common Buzzard is a 1837 ink by Robert Havell Jr., a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This painting depicts a bird of prey, likely a hawk or falcon, swooping down to attack a rabbit. The bird's wings are outstretched, and its talons are extended, ready to strike. The rabbit, on the other hand, appears to be cowering in fear, its ears laid back and its eyes wide with alarm. The background of the painting is a serene landscape, with trees and a body of water visible in the distance. The overall mood of the painting is one of tension and drama, as the viewer is left wondering whether the bird will succeed in its hunt or if the rabbit will manage to escape. The use of bold colors and dynamic composition creates a sense of energy and movement, drawing the viewer's eye to the central action of the painting. For more works by Havell, Jr., Robert, explore his other engravings and aquatints.
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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