Engraving, "Great Horned Owl, Barn Owl, Meadow Mouse, Red Bat, Small-headed Flycatcher, and Hawk Owl," 1808-1825
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Alexander Wilson, encouraged by naturalist William Bartram, began to document the birds of the United States in the early years of the 19th century. His paintings, drawings and descriptions formed the basis of a proposed ten-volume set called American Ornithology. Wilson completed nine volumes by the time of his death in 1813. His work predates that of John James Audubon by nearly twenty years.
Alexander Wilson, encouraged by naturalist William Bartram, began to document the birds of the United States in the early years of the 19th century. His paintings, drawings and descriptions formed the basis of a proposed ten-volume set called American Ornithology. Wilson completed nine volumes by the time of his death in 1813. His work predates that of John James Audubon by nearly twenty years.
Artifact
Print (Visual work)
Date Made
1808-1825
Creators
Creator Notes
Artwork by Alexander Wilson, engraved by Alexander Lawson.
Collection Title
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
77.1.29
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Mrs. Frederick B. Sturm.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Technique
Engraving (Printing process)
Color
Multicolored
Dimensions
Height: 17.75 in
Width: 12.5 in
Inscriptions
caption under image: 1. Great Horned Owl. 2. Barn O. 3. Meadow Mouse. 4. Red Bat. 5. Small-headed Flycatcher. 6. Hawk Owl. written on back in pencil: Alexander Wilson B1766-D1813 / American Ornithology / circa 1808-1813.
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