Artwork
Black and Yellow Warbler
Black and Yellow Warbler is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Robert Havell Jr.. It dates from 1831 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Black and Yellow Warbler is a print created by Robert Havell Jr. in 1831 using hand-colored engraving and aquatint on Whatman wove paper.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts two Black and Yellow Warblers perched on a branch with pink flowers, green leaves, and red berries. The birds are shown in a naturalistic setting, engaged in an activity such as eating or resting.
Technique & Style
The image features fine lines and detailed renderings of the birds' feathers and the leaf veins, characteristic of nature studies from the period. The use of aquatint and hand-coloring adds depth and color to the print.
History & Provenance
Robert Havell Jr. was part of a family of English engravers, etchers, and painters. The Havell family's expertise in aquatint is reflected in this work.
Artist & collection
Artist
The Havell family of Reading, Berkshire, England, included a number of notable engravers, etchers and painters, as well as writers, publishers, educators, and musicians.
