Common American Swan
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This painting by John James Audubon, titled "Common American Swan," is part of his famous series documenting birds in their natural habitats. The painting meticulously portrays a swan, likely a trumpeter swan, in a graceful pose on water. The swan is shown in a side profile with its long neck elegantly curved and its prominent, large white feathers delicately detailed, emphasizing the bird’s majestic and serene qualities. The swan’s eye, encircled by a thin band of black feathers, adds a striking contrast to its otherwise white plumage, and the beak is rendered with precision, highlighting its black and yellow tones.In the lower part of the painting, Audubon includes water lilies in bloom, adding a touch of color and life to the aquatic setting. The calm water and distant foliage in muted greens form a tranquil background. The portrayal not only celebrates the beauty of the swan but reflects Audubon’s keen observation skills and artistic ability to capture the essence of the birds he studied. This piece exudes a sense of peace and natural beauty, typical of Audubon’s work, focusing on the details of the feathers and the realistic setting in which the bird is depicted.
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John James Audubon (April 26, 1785 – January 27, 1851), born Jean-Jacques Audubon, was an American ornithologist, naturalist, and painter. He was notable for his extensive studies documenting all types of American birds and for his detailed illustrations that depicted the birds in their natural habitats. His major work, a color-plate book entitled The Birds of America (1827–1839), is considered one of the finest ornithological works ever completed. Audubon identified 25 new species.