1836
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Dominant colour
Crested Grebe is a 1836 ink by Robert Havell Jr., a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This painting showcases two birds swimming in the water, with the one on the right standing out due to its vibrant pink neck and black crest. The bird on the left has a more subdued appearance, featuring a white neck and a dark head. Both birds are depicted in a dynamic pose, with their heads turned towards each other. The painting's background is a serene landscape, with a blue sky and distant mountains visible behind the birds. The overall atmosphere of the piece is one of tranquility, with the birds seemingly engaged in a gentle interaction. For more information on the artist behind this beautiful piece, explore the works of 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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