This is a drawing of various birds. The drawing features numerous bird silhouettes in a single shade of light green against a tan-colored background. The birds are shown in various poses, including flying, perched, or standing. The border of the drawing is outlined by a thin line enclosing the bird motifs. The paper shows signs of age with visible creases and tears at the edges. The style of the drawing is reminiscent of traditional and folk art, focusing on pattern and form.
Artwork Details
- Date
- c. 1780
- Medium
- woodcut; brocade endpaper in gold on pale rose prepared paper
- Dimensions
- 14204 × 10652 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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