Jacques Barraband (French, 1767–1809). African Tawny Eagle (Aquila rapax). Early 19th century. Artists_John Woodhouse Audubon such as coats of arms

such as coats of arms and ornate cartouches

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)

more commonly they moisten it with a little water

Brigham Young ordered 6 copies of the map

Braus-Riggenbach and Ulrico Hoepli sale

Jacques Barraband (French, 1767–1809). African Tawny Eagle (Aquila rapax). Early 19th century. Artists_John Woodhouse Audubon such as coats of armsJacques 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