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Lagopus muta, rock ptarmigan, Lagopus leucura, white-tailed
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Lagopus muta, rock ptarmigan, Lagopus leucura, white-tailed
Plate 418 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1835-38), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London
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Aquatint Audubon Birds Of America Displaying Fowl Galliformes Grouse Lagopus Moorland Phasianidae Lagopus Leucura Lagopus Muta Ptarmigan
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Plate 418 from John James Audubon's renowned work, "Birds of America," showcases two exquisitely detailed and vibrantly hand-colored illustrations of the Lagopus muta, or rock ptarmigan, and the Lagopus leucura, or white-tailed ptarmigan. These beautiful fowl, belonging to the Phasianidae family and the Galliformes order, are native to the moorlands and mountainous regions of the Northern Hemisphere. Audubon's masterful depiction captures the essence of these birds in their natural habitat, with the rock ptarmigan perched on a rocky outcrop and the white-tailed ptarmigan displayed on a mossy bank. The intricate anatomy of their long, powerful legs and red, uplifted feathers are expertly rendered in aquatint, a printmaking technique that allows for a rich tonal range and exceptional detail. The ptarmigans are displayed in their daytime plumage, which provides excellent camouflage against the rocky terrain and allows them to blend seamlessly into their surroundings. The red feathers on their backs, which are typically hidden in their winter plumage, are prominently featured in this illustration, adding a striking contrast to the muted tones of their surroundings. Engraved, printed, and hand-colored by R. Havell (& Son) in London, these plates from Audubon's "Birds of America" are considered some of the finest examples of 19th-century natural history illustrations. The meticulous attention to detail and the stunning use of color make these prints not only scientifically accurate records of the birds but also works of art in their own right.
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