1833
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Dominant colour
Rough-legged Falcon is a 1833 ink by Robert Havell Jr., a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This painting depicts a bird of prey, a Rough-legged Falcon, in mid-air, grasping a smaller bird in its talons. The falcon's wings are spread wide, showcasing its brown and white feathers, while its sharp beak is open, revealing its tongue. The smaller bird, likely a sparrow or finch, is clutched tightly in the falcon's grasp, its body limp and lifeless. The background of the painting is a soft, muted gray, which helps to highlight the vibrant colors of the birds. The overall effect is one of dynamic movement and energy, as if the scene is frozen in time. The use of bold lines and vivid colors in this painting is reminiscent of the Romanticism movement, which emphasized emotion and drama in art. To learn more about this style, explore 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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