“Plate 6. Wild Turkey,” created by John James Audubon, is an illustration from the Naturalism movement, part of the “Birds of America 1827-1838” series. The artwork belongs to the illustration genre, showcasing Audubon’s meticulous attention to capturing the natural world in detail.
The artwork features a female wild turkey surrounded by her young poults in a verdant, grassy setting. The turkey’s plumage is rendered with exquisite precision, showcasing hues of brown, black, and intricate patterns that highlight the bird’s natural beauty. The poults, depicted in varying poses, are energetically engaged in their natural behaviors. The surrounding foliage and landscape elements are intricately detailed, providing a lush and realistic habitat that complements the central figures of the turkeys. Audubon’s work exemplifies his dedication to the realistic portrayal of birds in their natural environments, reflecting the ethos of the Naturalism movement.
