This is a painting of two birds. One bird is flying with its wings fully outstretched, showing detailed feathers in shades of brown and gray, and a vibrant green head. The other bird is perched on a branch, with a mix of green and yellow colors on its body, a bright blue throat, and tail feathers in shades of brown. It sits on a bare, textured branch. The style is reminiscent of John James Audubon, known for detailed and life-like bird illustrations.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1832
- Medium
- hand-colored engraving and aquatint on Whatman wove paper
- Dimensions
- 1463 × 2282 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original