This is a painting of a bird on a branch among green leaves and white flowers. The bird has vibrant plumage blending shades of orange and brown, with a long tail marked with black and white patterns. Its wings exhibit a mix of gray and brown hues. The bird is perched on a slender branch among large, lush green leaves, rich in detail with various shades of green and intricate vein patterns. Delicate white flowers with orange centers add contrast to the scene. The composition emphasizes naturalistic elements, capturing the bird and surrounding flora with lifelike precision.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1833
- Medium
- hand-colored engraving and aquatint on Whatman wove paper
- Dimensions
- 1579 × 2457 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original