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Two Birds (Ptilonopus Auranthfrons)

Joseph Wolf

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of two birds perched on a rock. The artwork features two vividly colored birds with predominantly green plumage, accented with an orange patch on their heads and a grey collar-like marking around their necks. One bird is standing upright on the rock with its back partially turned, showcasing its bright green and yellow feathers with hints of orange, while the other bird is nestled down, facing forward, offering a view of its pronounced beak and head patterns. The background features soft, natural elements such as strands of grass and the suggestion of water, all rendered in delicate pastel colors.

Artwork Details

Medium
hand-colored lithograph
Dimensions
3377 × 4638 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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