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Tympanuchus phasianellus, sharp-tailed grouse
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Tympanuchus phasianellus, sharp-tailed grouse
Plate 382 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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Plate 382 from John James Audubon's monumental work, "Birds of America," showcases the intricately detailed illustration of the Sharp-tailed Grouse, Tympanuchus phasianellus. This magnificent work, created between 1835 and 1838, is an original double elephant folio hand-coloured aquatint engraving, produced by R. Havell (& Son) of London. The Sharp-tailed Grouse, a native North American fowl, is depicted in its natural habitat, standing proudly on a mottled, brow-colored ground, with a backdrop of rolling hills and a distant mountain range. The bird's anatomy is rendered in exquisite detail, revealing the intricate feather patterns and the subtle coloration on its body, which provides excellent camouflage in the moorland environment. The Sharp-tailed Grouse is named for the distinctive, fan-like feathers on its tail, which it raises during courtship displays. In this illustration, the pair of birds are shown in a moment of interaction, with one bird gazing intently at the other, their eyes meeting in a captivating display of avian behavior. The geomorphology of the landform is also depicted in the background, with the undulating hills and the distant mountain range providing a sense of depth and perspective to the image. The sharp contrast between the rich, hand-coloured details of the birds and the muted tones of the landscape create a striking visual effect, highlighting the beauty and intricacy of both the birds and their natural environment. This illustration is a testament to the artistic and scientific mastery of John James Audubon and the skilled craftsmanship of R. Havell (& Son). It is a fascinating glimpse into the natural world of the past, providing a window into the behavior and anatomy of a unique and captivating species.
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