Artwork
Great American Hen and Young
Great American Hen and Young is an ink print by the Romanticist artist William Home Lizars. It dates from 1827 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Great American Hen and Young is an etching and engraving with hand coloring on Whatman paper, executed by William Home Lizars in 1827.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a mother turkey, distinguished by its brown plumage, long neck, and tail feathers, accompanied by smaller, lighter-colored young turkeys in a naturalistic setting of grass, plants, and rocks, emphasizing the relationship between the birds and their environment.
Technique & Style
Lizars employed etching and engraving techniques, supplemented with hand coloring, to achieve detailed, earthy-toned imagery that evokes a sense of naturalism.
History & Provenance
Created in 1827, specific provenance details are not provided in the available information.
Context
While the piece reflects a focus on natural subjects, its stylistic and thematic connections suggest alignment with broader early 19th-century artistic interests in detailed, realistic depictions of nature.
Legacy
The work serves as an example of early 19th-century animal art, with suggested connections to the Romanticism movement through its naturalistic and detailed approach.
Artist & collection
