Flying Geese 1873

"Flying Geese" is an 1873 lithograph by Karl Bodmer, a Swiss-born artist known for his detailed depictions of Native American life and landscapes. This print, currently housed in the Art Institute of Chicago, captures a flock of geese in flight, their V-shaped formation against a hazy sky, as seen from a low vantage point near a grassy hillside. The subtle textures and fine lines of Bodmer's etching style create a realistic and evocative portrayal of avian migration.