Who painted Red-Eyed Vireo?

Red-Eyed Vireo was painted by Robert Havell Jr. in 1832.

Where can I see Red-Eyed Vireo?

Red-Eyed Vireo is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Red-Eyed Vireo?

Red-Eyed Vireo is associated with Romanticism.

Artwork

Red-Eyed Vireo

Robert Havell Jr. , 1832

Red-Eyed Vireo is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Robert Havell Jr.. It dates from 1832 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Red-Eyed Vireo is a hand-colored engraving and aquatint print on Whatman wove paper, created by Robert Havell Jr. in 1832.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a red-eyed vireo perched on a branch with leaves and berries, a spider suspended above. The bird's open beak suggests it is singing. The image is a detailed study of the bird and its natural surroundings, identified by the text at the bottom.

Technique & Style

The print showcases precise reproductive techniques, with careful lines used to render the bird's feathers and the plant's details. The use of hand-colored engraving and aquatint allowed for a high level of detail and color accuracy.

History & Provenance

Robert Havell Jr. came from a family of engravers and aquatint specialists, following in the footsteps of his father and uncle. The Havell family's expertise in printmaking was notable, with connections to Indian art and culture.

Artist & collection

Artist

Robert Havell Jr.

The Havell family of Reading, Berkshire, England, included a number of notable engravers, etchers and painters, as well as writers, publishers, educators, and musicians.