Plate 219, Great White Heron
Name/Title
Plate 219, Great White HeronEntry/Object ID
JJA.1999.22.26Description
This is one print from a set of modern reproductions of Audubon's original watercolor paintings owned by the New York Historical Society. The set is number 380 out of a limited edition of 750 sets. The prints are numbered according to their own system. These are contained in a two drawer, walnut cabinet with brass pulls.This print is plate 219, titled "Great White Heron." The print depicts a single male in spring plumage with a fish in its beak. Notes written along the heron's feet identify the city in the background as Key West. These notes also contain notes on the details of the bird. The New York Historical Society is listed in the copyright information at the bottom right edge of the image.Collection
John James Audubon Museum CollectionMade/Created
Artist Information
Audubon, John James
American Heritage Publishing Co., Inc.