1838
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Red-breasted Merganser is a 1838 ink by Robert Havell Jr., a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This painting shows two ducks in a body of water, surrounded by tall grasses and flowers. The duck on the left is in flight, while the one on the right is swimming. Both have distinctive red beaks and feet. The background is a soft blue sky. The artist has used a range of colors to bring the scene to life, from the muted greens and browns of the grasses to the vibrant reds and yellows of the flowers. The ducks themselves are rendered in exquisite detail, with intricate feathers and expressive faces. The painting is a beautiful example of the Romanticism movement, with its emphasis on nature and the emotional response it evokes. If you're interested in learning more about this style, check out the Romanticism movement.
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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