White-headed Or Bald Eagle

14 x 22cm (5.5 x 8.75 inches)

America’s national symbol, the Bald Eagle is a powerful raptor with a brilliant white head and tail. Despite the name, it’s not bald — “bald” once meant “white.” With a massive wingspan, it soars masterfully, snatches fish from water, and boldly steals prey from other birds. Once near extinction, they've made a strong comeback..

This chromolithograph is from "American Ornithology" by Alexander Wilson. Published in New York, 1877.

It is in excellent condition with a warm light cream tone to the paper which complements the rich plumage of the birds.