Plate 33. American Goldfinch

johnjamesaudubon

vegetal

child-oriented illustration

quirky illustration

childish illustration

flower

personal sketchbook

food illustration

plant

watercolour bleed

watercolour illustration

botany

cartoon carciture

watercolor

This is a hand-colored engraving from John James Audubon's famous "Birds of America," featuring an American Goldfinch perched on a branch of a thistle plant. Audubon is known for his meticulous detail and life-like portrayal of birds in their natural habitats, using a technique called "double-elephant folio" which allowed for large prints showcasing his artistic vision. The print depicts the bird's vibrant plumage, with its yellow body, black cap, and white wings, against the backdrop of the green thistle plant and its prickly thorns.