Plate 57 from The Viviparous Quadrupeds of North America expands upon Audubon’s study of the American bison, presenting a broader view of the species through multiple figures. Here, a female and her young appear alongside a mature male, offering a more complete visual record of form, scale, and behavior. The grouping conveys both anatomical variation and the quiet strength of the herd.
Audubon’s rendering combines scientific attentiveness with narrative presence. The dense fur, curved horns, and powerful stance of the animals are carefully detailed, while the surrounding landscape situates them within the American frontier. By including different ages and sexes within a single composition, the plate becomes both documentation and ecological portrait.
As part of one of the most significant natural history publications of the nineteenth century, this image reflects Audubon’s ambition to chronicle North American wildlife with accuracy and grandeur. It remains a compelling representation of the bison: an enduring emblem of the continent’s vast and untamed landscapes.
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