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Egretta tricolor, tricolored heron
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Egretta tricolor, tricolored heron
Plate 217 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1834-35), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London
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Plate 217 from John James Audubon's renowned work, "Birds of America," showcases the elegant and vibrant Tricolored Heron, Egretta tricolor. This exquisite illustration, hand-colored from an aquatint engraving by R. Havell (& Son) of London, captures the heron's intricate anatomy and striking plumage in remarkable detail. The Tricolored Heron, a member of the pelecaniformes order and the ardeidae family, is a wading bird commonly found in the swamps and marshes of the Americas. In this illustration, the heron is depicted in its natural habitat, preening itself during the daytime. The bird's distinctive blue-gray body, black legs, and bright red-orange beak are accentuated by the artist's skilled hand. The heron's tail feathers are spread out, revealing their intricate patterns, while its head is tilted back in the act of preening. The water below reflects the heron's image, adding depth and dimension to the artwork. Audubon's "Birds of America" is considered a masterpiece of natural history illustration, and this plate is no exception. The meticulous attention to detail and the use of hand-coloring techniques bring the Tricolored Heron to life, allowing us to appreciate the beauty and complexity of this remarkable bird. The sauropsid, or reptile-descended, avian species is a testament to the natural world and the artistic vision of John James Audubon and his collaborators.
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