English Black Cocks 1828

"English Black Cocks" is a watercolor on paper created by renowned ornithologist and artist John James Audubon in 1828. Audubon is famous for his detailed and lifelike depictions of North American birds in their natural habitats, as seen in this illustration featuring a male and female black grouse. Audubon’s meticulous attention to detail in "English Black Cocks" captures the vibrant plumage of the birds, from the male’s glossy black feathers and striking white wing patch to the female’s mottled brown plumage. The painting is a testament to Audubon’s dedication to scientific accuracy and artistic excellence.