Common Gull

About this work

This image shows two birds standing on a grassy hillside. One is mostly white with a yellow beak, while the other is speckled brown and gray. Both have sharp eyes and long wings, and a small fish lies nearby—one bird seems to be pecking at it. The artist used fine lines and shading to show the birds’ feathers in detail. The background looks soft and cloudy, giving the scene a calm but lively feel. Next, check out how engraving works to see how artists like this one create such precise images.