jm turner's birds in water colour

Robin Redbreast 14 x 17.7cm

Joseph William Mallard Turner was one of the worlds most influential artists, especially among artists.

Although his work is well documented it is hard to find examples beyond a narrow range of his more famous works. He was somewhat proliferate

I came across these exquisite water colours, which go beyond that of scientific recording, in a discarded library book.

These works are from Turner's book of Birds done whilst staying at Farnley Hall. I believe the originals can be viewed at Leeds City Art Gallery.

I have made these available for educational use only.

Dead Ring Dove 21 x 28.5cm

Head of a Gamecock 18.4 x 22.2cm

Head of a Hen Pheasant 11.6 x 10cm

Head of a Cock Pheasant

Head of a Turkey Cock

Head of a Peacock

Head of a Guinea Fowel

Red Grouse hanging, killed by the artist.26.2 x 20.6

Head of a Partridge 9.2 x 10.1

Head of a Woodcock 14.1 x 16.9cm

Kingfisher 17.7 x 16.4cm

Head of a Heron 24.9 x 28.9cm

Goldfinch 17.5 x 14.5cm

Head of a Green Woodpecker 24.3 x 18.8cm

Head of a Cuckoo 7.4 x 7.4cm

Dead Jay 19.1 x 23.2 cm

Head of a Moor Buzzard 10.8 x 13.5cm

Head of a White Owl 26.1 x 19.6cm

Head of a Grouse 9.6 x 11.4cm