Artwork
Turdus Poecilopterus (Aztec Thrush)
Turdus Poecilopterus (Aztec Thrush) is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Elizabeth Gould. It dates from 1822 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Turdus Poecilopterus (Aztec Thrush) is a hand-colored lithograph print created by Elizabeth Gould in 1822.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a male and female Aztec Thrush perched on a rocky outcropping near water, with a nest containing eggs. The birds are rendered with detailed plumage, and the male is distinguished by its dark coloration and yellow beak.
Technique & Style
The image is characterized by careful shading and coloration, which gives the birds a lifelike appearance. The use of hand-coloring adds depth and realism to the lithograph.
Artist & collection
