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Red-Shouldered Hawk Attacking Bobwhite Partridges, 1827 (oil on canvas)
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Red-Shouldered Hawk Attacking Bobwhite Partridges, 1827 (oil on canvas)
LIV45299 Red-Shouldered Hawk Attacking Bobwhite Partridges, 1827 (oil on canvas) by Audubon, John James (1785-1851); 66 x 101.6 cm; University of Liverpool Art Gallery & Collections, UK; eVictoria Gallery & Museum, University of Liverpool; American, out of copyright
Media ID 23346856
© Victoria Gallery & Museum, University of Liverpool / Bridgeman Images
Partridge Perdrix Predator Prey Buteo Lineatus Red Shouldered
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This oil painting by John James Audubon depicts a dramatic scene of nature's fierce struggle for survival. Titled "Red-Shouldered Hawk Attacking Bobwhite Partridges" the artwork showcases the artist's exceptional talent in capturing both the beauty and brutality of wildlife. In this composition, a majestic red-shouldered hawk swoops down from above, its sharp talons outstretched to seize its unsuspecting prey - a group of bobwhite partridges. The intensity of the attack is palpable as feathers fly and panic ensues among the partridges. Audubon masterfully portrays every detail, from the intricate patterns on each bird's plumage to their expressions of fear and desperation. The sizeable canvas allows viewers to fully appreciate the dynamic energy emanating from this hunting scene. The vivid colors used by Audubon bring life to his subjects, making them appear almost three-dimensional against a backdrop of lush foliage. As an avid ornithologist and naturalist, Audubon sought not only to capture these moments in nature but also to educate others about different species through his art. His meticulous attention to detail makes this painting not just visually stunning but also scientifically accurate. Displayed at the University of Liverpool Art Gallery & Collections in the UK, this masterpiece serves as a testament to Audubon's enduring legacy as one of America's greatest wildlife artists. It reminds us that even within seemingly serene landscapes lies an unyielding cycle where predator meets prey – an eternal dance between life and
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