Raven and Snake (ca. 1813)

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On our website, we are pleased to present "Raven and Snake" (ca. 1813), a compelling sketch by the artist Samuel Howitt. This artwork captures an intense moment between two forms of wildlife, depicted with an almost animated urgency. The sketch illustrates a raven in mid-flight, with its wings widely spread and feathers detailed dynamically. The bird's beak is clasped around a twisting snake, which coils back, seemingly in an attempt to escape or fight off the raven.The pencil drawing's linework emphasizes motion and the struggle for survival between the two creatures, encapsulating a raw and primal interaction in nature. Howitt's use of light sketch lines suggests movement, adding a vivid realism to the encounter. The simplicity of the medium and the unfinished appearance of the drawing provide an intimate glimpse into the artist's creative process, offering viewers the essence of artistic spontaneity and the fleeting moment captured on paper.This piece is an excellent example of Howitt's ability to convey the drama and tension of natural life, demonstrating his skill not only as an illustrator but also as a storyteller through visual means.

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Samuel Howitt was an English painter, illustrator and etcher of animals, hunting, horse-racing and landscape scenes. He worked in both oils and watercolors.