This is a painting of two birds perched on a branch with berries and leaves. The image depicts two birds with gray and black plumage, accented with a hint of red on the lower body, perched on a branch. The branch features clusters of ripening berries in various stages of maturation, from green through red and deep purple. The green leaves surrounding the berries have fine detailing, including visible veins and varying shades of green. The composition captures the birds in different positions.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1832
- Medium
- hand-colored engraving and aquatint on Whatman wove paper
- Dimensions
- 1479 × 2311 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original