The sculpture depicts a bird with an upright posture facing slightly to the left. The bird exhibits a smooth transition of colors with a predominantly green head and neck that gradually shifts to a rich brown along the body and wings. There are accents of a lighter brown or amber, particularly noticeable around the legs and the underparts of the wings. The material of the sculpture appears to be wood, which has been intricately carved to represent the bird's distinct features and painted to achieve the vibrant color scheme. The texture is smooth with some visible carving marks, giving the bird a stylized, somewhat ornamental appearance. The sculpture stands on a small pedestal formed by its tail and legs.
Artwork Details
- Date
- c. 1939
- Medium
- watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paperboard
- Dimensions
- 3364 × 4109 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original