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Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image depicts an artistic illustration of two long-billed curlews standing amidst tall grasses near the water's edge. The birds are prominent with their distinctive, elongated bills and textured plumage, displaying a rich mix of brown and beige tones. In the background, the scenery showcases a serene landscape under a sky filled with soft, fluffy clouds, casting a gentle light over the scene. A distant silhouette of a coastal town is visible across the water, adding a sense of depth and tranquility to the scene. The lush greenery surrounding the curlews enhances the natural ambiance, bringing attention to their graceful stance and careful attention to detail in the drawing. The harmonious blending of natural elements and wildlife creates a picturesque moment that captures the essence of the environment where these birds thrive. The title "Long-billed Curlew" is inscribed at the bottom, highlighting the focus on these elegant birds.

The image depicts an artistic illustration of two long-billed curlews standing amidst tall grasses near the water's edge. The birds are prominent with their distinctive, elongated bills and textured plumage, displaying a rich mix of brown and beige tones. In the background, the scenery showcases a serene landscape under a sky filled with soft, fluffy clouds, casting a gentle light over the scene. A distant silhouette of a coastal town is visible across the water, adding a sense of depth and tranquility to the scene. The lush greenery surrounding the curlews enhances the natural ambiance, bringing attention to their graceful stance and careful attention to detail in the drawing. The harmonious blending of natural elements and wildlife creates a picturesque moment that captures the essence of the environment where these birds thrive. The title "Long-billed Curlew" is inscribed at the bottom, highlighting the focus on these elegant birds.

Name/Title

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Entry/Object ID

1979.1.16 JJ

Description

"LONG - BILLLED CURLEW"/AUDUBON BIRDS OF AMERICA/BY: R.T. PETERSON

Collection

Birds

Lexicon

Nomenclature 4.0

Nomenclature Primary Object Term

Print

Nomenclature Sub-Class

Graphic Documents

Nomenclature Class

Documentary Objects

Nomenclature Category

Category 08: Communication Objects

Parts

Count

1

Condition

Overall Condition

Good