This is a painting of two Black-throated Buntings perched on flowering plants. The artwork depicts two colorful birds standing on branches of a plant, with one bird above the other. The plant has long, slender green leaves and a stem with clusters of bright yellow flowers. The birds are detailed, showcasing their vibrant colors, with chestnut and brown hues across their backs and wings, and yellow accents around their throats and heads. The painting captures the birds among the foliage in a style reminiscent of John James Audubon's detailed bird studies.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1837
- Medium
- hand-colored engraving and aquatint on Whatman wove paper
- Dimensions
- 1908 × 2910 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original