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Purple Finch

William Home Lizars after John James Audubon

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of three birds perched on tree branches. The painting depicts three finches, each perched on branches adorned with pine needles and pinkish cones. Two of the birds exhibit vibrant reds in their plumage, while the third features more muted browns and greys. The branches they sit upon are artistically detailed, capturing the texture of the bark and the structure of the cones and needles meticulously. The composition is calm and elegant, highlighting the beauty and diversity of these birds.

Artwork Details

Date
1827
Medium
etching and engraving with hand coloring on Whatman paper
Dimensions
1547 × 2477 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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