Long-legged Sandpiper

Long-legged Sandpiper

Robert Havell Jr.

1836

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From the collection of National Gallery of Art

About this work

The painting shows a long-legged sandpiper standing alone in a simple landscape. It's a bird, detailed and realistic. The artist paid close attention to its feathers and legs. The bird is the main focus of the painting. The painting is interesting because it shows the artist's skill in drawing birds. He drew many birds in his career. To learn more about this style of artwork, look up the technique: engraving.

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