Plate 136 Common Virginia Deer

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Plate 136, titled "Common Virginia Deer," is a notable work by John James Audubon, an eminent American ornithologist, naturalist, and painter. This plate is part of Audubon's monumental series, "The Viviparous Quadrupeds of North America," which was published between 1845 and 1848. The series, which Audubon worked on in collaboration with his sons, John Woodhouse Audubon and Victor Gifford Audubon, as well as the naturalist Rev. John Bachman, aimed to document and illustrate the diverse mammalian fauna of North America with the same meticulous detail and artistic flair that characterized his earlier work, "The Birds of America."

"Common Virginia Deer" depicts the white-tailed deer (Odocoileus virginianus), a species native to North America and widely recognized for its distinctive white underside to its tail, which it displays as a signal when alarmed. Audubon's portrayal of the deer is both scientifically accurate and artistically compelling, capturing the grace and agility of this iconic species in its natural habitat. The illustration showcases a group of deer in a serene woodland setting, highlighting their physical characteristics and behaviors with remarkable precision.

Audubon's work on "The Viviparous Quadrupeds of North America" was groundbreaking in its scope and ambition, providing one of the first comprehensive visual records of North American mammals. The series was published in three volumes, featuring 150 hand-colored lithographs, each accompanied by detailed descriptions of the species' habits, habitats, and anatomical features. The illustrations were produced using the lithographic process, a method that allowed for greater detail and subtlety in the depiction of textures and colors compared to earlier engraving techniques.

"Common Virginia Deer" exemplifies Audubon's dedication to combining scientific observation with artistic excellence. His ability to render animals with lifelike accuracy while also imbuing his compositions with a sense of vitality and movement has earned him a lasting legacy in both the scientific and artistic communities. Today, Audubon's works continue to be celebrated for their contribution to natural history and their enduring beauty.

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