Sketches of Fowl 1813 - 1814

Théodore Géricault’s “Sketches of Fowl” is a collection of nine drawings executed in pencil on paper. It showcases the French painter's keen eye for detail and his ability to capture the natural beauty of birds. The sketches, created between 1813 and 1814, depict a variety of fowl, including turkeys, a duck, and a peacock, with each subject rendered with remarkable accuracy. The work is notable for its dynamic composition and expressive lines, which bring the birds to life on the page. Currently housed at The Art Institute of Chicago, "Sketches of Fowl" provides a glimpse into the artist's working process and his fascination with the natural world.