Eriocnemis cupreiventris (Coppery-vented Puff-Leg)

John Gould and H.C. Richter

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of vibrant hummingbirds amidst tropical flowers and foliage. The scene depicts three hummingbirds with iridescent green plumage and bright blue tail feathers, perched on and around large green leaves. These leaves are part of a curling vine that also bears delicate flowers; one is pinkish-white while the other is bright orange. The background is a soft, pastel wash, highlighting the vivid colors of the birds and plants.