Night Hawk, Painted by John James Audubon, 3523-B

Collection Type

  • Photography

GUSN

GUSN-386621

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Description

The image is a photograph of John James Audubon's painting titled "Night Hawk," captured by Frank William Bayley. It depicts two nighthawks among large oak leaves, showcasing the birds' detailed plumage and patterns. A landscape is faintly visible in the background.

Details

Descriptive Terms

photography
portraits
People
paintings (visual works)
hawks
gelatin dry plate negatives

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP023058
B-Series negative 3523-B

Physical Descrption

1 glass plate negative

Collection Code

PC012

Collection Name

Frank William Bayley Photographic Collection, circa 1895-1929

Date of Acquisition

1932-10

Reference Code

PC012.001.003.3523-B

Date Notes

Painted between circa 1826 and 1838

Record Details

Originator

Bayley, Frank W. (Frank William), 1863-1932 (Photographer)

Material Type

gelatin dry plate negatives

Description Level

Item

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