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Two Dead Chickens

British 18th Century

National Gallery of Art

The image shows two birds tied together at the feet. The birds have detailed feathers and claws. The color palette includes light beige and dark brown ink for outlining and details, creating a monochromatic look. The birds are positioned in the center, with their bodies overlapping, and their heads facing downwards in the lower half of the composition.

Artwork Details

Date
18th century
Medium
pen and brown ink over graphite
Dimensions
3529 × 3836 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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