Semi-palmated Sandpiper

Semi-palmated Sandpiper

Robert Havell Jr.

1838

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From the collection of National Gallery of Art

About this work

This image shows two small birds with speckled brown and white feathers standing on a rocky shore. One bird is pecking at the ground, while the other stands nearby. The scene includes scattered seashells and a calm body of water in the background, with distant hills faintly visible. The artist used careful details to show the birds’ textures and the natural setting. The colors are soft, with earthy tones and gentle blues. Next, check out engraving to see how artists like Havell created these precise prints.

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