John James Audubon - 1863 Rufous Hummingbird

Martin’s floral flourishes compliment Audubon’s exquisite hummingbirds. John James Audubon [with Maria Martin], Rufous Hummingbird (Selasphorus rufus), Study for Havell pl. 379, 1836–37 Watercolor, graphite, black ink, and gouache with touches of pastel and selective glazing on paper, laid on card. Purchased for the Society by public subscription from Mrs. John J. Audubon, 1863.17.379