This is a drawing of three owls perched together amidst dark foliage. The central owl is prominent, gazing directly outwards with large eyes and pronounced tufts. Flanking the central owl, two smaller owls also perch quietly amidst detailed leaves and branches. The artwork is rendered in a monochromatic blue tone, emphasizing texture and depth. The technique used suggests precise strokes, capturing the essence of the owls with a mystical aura.

Grand-duc (Eagle Owl)

1895

Medium: lithograph in violet on heavy japan paper
Classification: Portfolio
Period: 1876 to 1900
Image size: 8879 × 12018px

Description

This is a drawing of three owls perched together amidst dark foliage. The central owl is prominent, gazing directly outwards with large eyes and pronounced tufts. Flanking the central owl, two smaller owls also perch quietly amidst detailed leaves and branches. The artwork is rendered in a monochromatic blue tone, emphasizing texture and depth. The technique used suggests precise strokes, capturing the essence of the owls with a mystical aura.

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Open access image from the National Gallery of Art, released under its open access program. Metadata via the NGA Open Data Program (CC0).

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