Spotted Falcon 1789

"Spotted Falcon" is a watercolor on paper by William Lewin, dated 1789. The detailed painting depicts a spotted falcon perched on a branch, its wing outstretched. The bird's plumage is rendered with meticulous attention to detail, highlighting the intricate patterns and colors of its feathers. The artist, William Lewin, was a noted ornithologist and painter, best known for his "Birds of Great Britain." The painting is currently part of the collection at the Minneapolis Institute of Art.