Jacques Barraband (French, 1767–1809). African Tawny Eagle (Aquila rapax). Early 19th century. Artists_John Woodhouse Audubon Sold donated or otherwise disposed

Sold donated or otherwise disposed of

Africa appears as a small island in the western sea identified as the Land of Western Women

there is no reference to the English in New England (perhaps Champlain thought his map would better express French domination of the region if he avoided acknowledging the British stronghold in the area)

an amateur scientist and avid natural history collector

Frame size: 31 1/4 x 26 1/4 in

Jacques Barraband (French, 1767–1809). African Tawny Eagle (Aquila rapax). Early 19th century. Artists_John Woodhouse Audubon Sold donated or otherwise disposedJacques Barraband (French, 17671809) African Tawny Eagle (Aquila rapax) France, early 19th century Gouache and watercolor on paper Sheet Size: 39 cm x 53. 5 cm A fierce and commanding raptor, its image resonates with the martial aspirations of Napoleon, whose imperial emblemthe eaglewas drawn from birds such as this. Provenance: This watercolor was a part of the extensive ornithological study commissioned by Napoleon Bonaparte during the Egyptian